Balls

A count of four 4 balls advances the kicker to first base.
A ball is:
a. a pitch outside of the strike zone as judged by the Referee where a kick is not attempted.
b. a pitched ball that does not touch the ground at least twice or roll before reaching the kicking box;
c. a pitched ball that exceeds one foot in height from the bottom of the ball as it enters the kicking box;
d. a pitched ball that exceeds one foot in height from the bottom of the ball at any time while passing through the kicking box, prior to reaching the kicker;
e. a pitched ball that is higher than one foot at the plate.