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My question deals with the pitching distance for 18U. As you know ASA Gold has made 43 feet mandatory and USSSA has copied the ASA Gold designation with it its Major 18U division. Also lots of other ASA major tournaments seem to require 43 feet. My question deals with the locally run tournaments such as the one I do in Beavercreek where I get a mixture of teams that would give any team in the state a good battle and some teams while very capable, just don't quite match up. From my point of view as a USSSA tourn director, it is easier to set the pitching plates at 43 feet just to make sure I comply with the USSSA rules regarding Major teams (i.e those with college players--and often times these teams are the one that may not match up).
I am curious how coaches feel about 43 feet. I need to make a decision soon so I can let all potential teams know the distance. Thanks.
Bob
I am curious how coaches feel about 43 feet. I need to make a decision soon so I can let all potential teams know the distance. Thanks.
Bob