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Illegal Feint Balk

It varies by rule set but feints to first base are generally prohibited and a feight to third base might be as well.

NCAA Rule 9-3-a

If there is a runner or runners, a balk shall be called for the following action by a pitcher: While touching the pitcher’s plate, any feinting motion without completing the throw toward the batter or toward first or third base.

What happens

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Why it's a balk

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How to avoid it

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