If a batted ball hits the base, what is it considered?

When a batted ball hits the base, it is considered a fair ball. This is because, according to NFHS baseball rules, the bases are part of the playing field. A ball that strikes a base is treated the same way as if it hits the ground in fair territory. As such, the ball remains in play, and runners are allowed to advance on the play.

In baseball, any ball that is hit and touches the ground in fair territory or anything that is an extension of the fair territory—like the bases—is treated as fair. Therefore, a batted ball hitting a base does not result in a foul ball, nor does it put the ball out of play. It is also not related to the infield fly rule, which pertains to specific conditions involving pop-up balls with runners on base.