Runner Hit by Pitch… What Now?! - Breaking Down a Real Play

A wild, viral college baseball play has fans and umpires alike scratching their heads — a runner breaks for home and gets hit by the pitch. So… does the run score? Does the pitch count? What happens next? In this video, Patrick breaks down the play that’s been circulating on Jomboy’s channel and across social media, analyzing the correct ruling under NFHS, NCAA, and OBR codes. You’ll learn what the rules say should happen when a pitch strikes a runner, how it affects the pitch, the runners, and the count, and why getting this call right matters a lot. Then, we’ll dive into case plays that explore how subtle changes to the situation can lead to very different outcomes. 👉 Take the quiz and test your understanding: https://forms.gle/6RLU5xY9Y1hDomYH8 👊 Subscribe for more umpire training and head to www.umpireclassroom.com for full courses and resources.