So ejection it is.Back from my worldly (and intergalactic, even!) travels in seeking out ancient and mystic forms of wisdom on this matter ... I'm going to post separate posts so we can try to keep comments directed at the specific issues.
@RADcatcher , I thought I posted this earlier, but maybe I did not. Here is the 2020 NFHS Softball rule on unsportsmanlike conduct: 3-6-13 (Rule 3, Players, Substitutes, and Coaches, Section 6 Bench and Field Conduct)
ART. 13 . . . Unsporting acts shall not be committed, including, but not limited to: a. use of words or actions to incite or try to incite spectators to demonstrate. b. use of profanity, intimidation and/or deceitful tactics, baiting or taunting; or NOTE: The NFHS disapproves of any form of taunting which is intended or designed to embarrass, ridicule or demean others under any circumstances, including race, religion, gender or national origin. c. behavior in any manner not in accordance with the spirit of fair play.
ART. 14 . . . Team personnel shall not charge an umpire.
ART. 15 . . . Arguing ball and strike calls or other umpire judgment calls is prohibited.
ART. 16 . . . Team personnel shall not deliberately throw bats, helmets or any other piece of equipment.
PENALTY: (Arts. 11 through 16) The umpire shall eject the offender from the game, unless the offense is judged to be of a minor nature. If minor, the umpire may warn the offender and eject if the offense is repeated (Art. 13). For coaches who violate, the umpire may restrict the offender to bench/dugout for the remainder of the game, or eject the offender.
Nowhere in there are we granted the authority to call the runner out sans appeal.
Is MIB going to eject coach, player, or both?
How about the post event report and a suspension