I have never been a pitcher. That being said...I would like a pitcher's viewpoint:
What is the appropriate response when a batter points their bat at you from the box and yells at you to throw them a strike?
I saw this at a 10U game. Honestly, I was surprised the ump didn't call them down for taunting, which is explicitly prohibited in our league. BUT, I was sitting with a local HS coach who leaned in and said "They better be careful. A cocky pitcher will aim for their helmet to shut them up." ...ouch...
What is the appropriate response when a batter points their bat at you from the box and yells at you to throw them a strike?
I saw this at a 10U game. Honestly, I was surprised the ump didn't call them down for taunting, which is explicitly prohibited in our league. BUT, I was sitting with a local HS coach who leaned in and said "They better be careful. A cocky pitcher will aim for their helmet to shut them up." ...ouch...