I've found that most of the time in upper level fastpitch (14-18U), when the catcher asks "where was that one?" or "blue, how close was that?", they're asking because their coach tells them or even gives them a signal to ask. The catcher knows where it missed, but this is the coach's indirect...
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We need to see the video to know for sure. Exactly when did the catcher have possession... was she blocking the plate before/after securing the ball???
Idk how "small town" we're talking here... but the smaller the town, the more political and who you know, it can get. I realize this can apply to any size town or city, etc... but if I read the earlier post correctly, this town doesn't have travel ball. The HS HC might also be the Principal...
There's either a language barrier or autocorrect issue with your response. While agreeing to a program's annual dues is normal... requesting information on where the $ is going should not cause any conflict. Any youth sports organization that refuses to disclose their finances, often has...
Of course the coaches should know the rule, but isn't it difficult for a coach to manage a "possible" infield fly? If the players/coaches of either team cannot hear the PU verbalize the call, what's the point? Is everybody on the field supposed to look at the PU to check if he's making the...
Ok, can you explain the correct umpire mechanic for softball and direct me to any references where I can learn more? I do a lot of baseball too and the post was originally regarding MLB.
This is a fun play to discuss. My thought has always been... while the player was about to plant both feet and make what many would consider a routine catch, I don't think a SS running that far into the outfield with his chest squared to the foul line can be considered "ordinary effort". I...
Umpire making the call absolutely needs to verbalize "infield fly, batter is out". All other umpires, whether there's one, two or three, should then verbally echo the call. This is to make sure all players & coaches are aware of the situation, as the ball is still live. It's amazing how many...