In the event a center-fielder is injured and replaced, may a defensive coach hit fly balls to help warm up the substitute?

In NCAA softball, once a player is substituted out of the game, the rules stipulate that practice or warm-up activities with the substitute cannot occur on the field during a stoppage in play. This includes actions such as hitting fly balls for the substitute to catch. The intent behind this regulation is to maintain the pace of the game and ensure fairness, as allowing such practice would give the substitute an undue advantage in preparing for their role in the game. Thus, the correct answer reflects the rules in place which specifically prohibit this practice.

Other options suggest allowances for warming up substitutes under certain conditions, such as player requests or televised games. However, none of these conditions alter the fundamental rule regarding warm-up practices during the game.