The first question is why does any parent allow their player to play third base without a mask? The second question is why do NFHS and/or state associations not make masks manditory for positions F1, F3, and F5? Our state requires coaches to wear hard hats when in the coaches boxes, yet leaves face protection optional for the three fielders who are closest to the bat. No, we shouldn't seek to bubble wrap all of our athletes, but common sense personal protection where the risk is high should be a no-brainer!