Two questions...

If two players are fighting for the ball can one player bat it away with her stick to get a better position to scoop up the ball? This call is at the discretion of the umpire. Batting the ball in itself is not against any rul, however any manner in which a player puts her stick between another player's stick and the ball for purposes of blocking the opponent from picking up the ball to legitimately scoop the ball is covering. This includes batting the ball rather than scoping the ball for pickup when the opposing player is in position to pick up the ball and is attempting a scoop. ***Please note: this is a rule called with variability due to the level of play and ability of the players. Always ask your referee for clarification and it is best to get their interpretation BEFORE the game or at halftime.

Also at the 3/4 level if a team scores more than 4 goals in a half is the opposing team supposed to get the ball rather than doing a draw? Have had one referee do this and another who did not...
Yes, at all levels in MBGLL. Once there is a 4 goal differential, the team behind is allowed to take the ball on the draw with the opponent placed at a 45 degree defensive position ahead. Referees are not responsible for keeping score, so the loosing team should request the ball with confirmation of the goal differential from the other coach. If the goal differential drops to less than 4 - a draw is used for restart after goals.

Thank You,
Laura Barton
Tyngsborough 3/4 Girls