Can a runner jump over the catcher to get to home plate?

Answer 1

In professional Baseball, yes. In some high school and college rules, no. Local/state high school associations make some special rules that are different than those used in professional baseball.

Answer 2

YES the catcher is SUPPOSED to block the plate as long as he has the ball. if the batter swings and hits the catcher the runner would return to third and the batter awarded first base. If the bases were loaded the catchers interference would force the runner home.

Answer 3

yeah but you might be called out depending on the umpire.

Answer 4

Yes. As a matter of fact, a base runner can also jump over another player. As long as the runner stays within the 3 foot width of the base path, he can jump, roll, slide, step backwards, etc.

Answer 5

Yes.