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Start-Stop Delivery Balk

Once a pitcher begins his delivery to the plate he must continue without interruption.

NCAA Rule 9-1-a-1

With a runner on base, the pitcher shall pitch to the batter immediately after making any motion with any part of the body such as the pitcher habitually uses during the delivery.

Common Examples of the Start-Stop Balk

  • Pitcher starts the delivery motion and stops when a runner's sudden movement distracts him.
  • Pitcher starts the delivery motion, stops, and then throws to an unoccupied base.
  • Pitcher starts the delivery motion, stops, and then throws to home plate.

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Why it's a balk

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How to avoid it

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