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    Is RLI a one way street?

    Umpire's judgement is going to play in any decision on this type of play. I don't know where anyone is getting the impression that a batter-runner can only interfere with a throw to 1B. That's just dead wrong!!! USA Rule 8.2.F&G addresses this specifically. The same should apply to NHFS...
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    Best infield glove?

    I developed a process for difficult to break in gloves: Get 3 or 4 mid weight bar rags. Saturate them with water, put them in a microwaveable bowl & put the bowl in the microwave for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Have a pir of tongs handy to handle the hot rags. Place one rag in the hand stall, two...
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    Moving the bat...who is responsible?

    By rule, it is NOT the umpire's responsibility to move a discarded bat. Only player involved in the ongoing play can touch that bat. Generally, that means the catcher or any incoming runners. Not even the on deck batter is allowed to touch a discarded bat. They are not part of any ongoing...
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    Questionable Calls This Weekend

    On 1 & 2, nope......., don't have to be there! If a defensive player is attempting to field a batted ball, they ALWAYS take precedent. If an offensive player does anything to interfere with their ability, it's interference. It can be verbal or physical & contact is not necessary.
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    Strike Zone

    I've got news for you..... If the black part of the plate is exposed, it is part of the plate! If you don't want it to be part of the plate, then cover it up! My viewpoint is that it would actually be very enlightening for both players & coaches if they actually took the time to attend an...
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    Timed games--Play more innings!

    I'm a long time umpire & I will say this: On timed games, the number of innings is directly related to quality of play. If you've only played 2 innings of a JV game in an hour for a game that only has 15 minutes left & there's a Varsity game that's scheduled to begin immediately behind it, I...
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    Design your perfect glove?

    I'm a big fan of Vinci gloves. It's usually my first recommendation for FP players especially if they're pre-college. I really like the 22/PC Series because the leather is solid, the weight is good, they're durable & the price isn't crazy. They're a very good value! They're tough enough for a...
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    "Mid Level" Glove Recommendation

    My stock recommendation for that age group & price range has always been a Vinci Pro 22 Series glove. Something like a RCV1200-22 would be perfect & last throughout high school ^ maybe longer. It really isn't just a stopgap glove for just a couple of years.
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    A thread for the umps...what would you do’s, oddball plays, war stories

    I've seen a lot of crazy things over the years, especially in rec where they are still learning the game. Bases loaded, 2 outs & ball four to the batter. The runner on 3B proceeds to HP but never touches the plate & goes to the dugout. I see it. The HC for the defense sees it. The parents...
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    I was accused of cheating (indirectly)

    It's quite possible that the opposing coach didn't recognize the players on your team. Most coaches don't unless a particular player is a threat or otherwise notable. One thing that I'm certain of though is that since this was league & you had already played them twice, the girls on his team...
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    Crow hop vs step behind

    I would advocate for any player to learn & master both. There are going to be situations where one or the other will be more appropriate. I don't get this, "Teach only one way", thing...….. There are a lot of different skill sets that a player has to work on if they want to excel.
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    What makes you lose your mind?

    When I was a youth coach, I realized that you are going to get kids that cover the entire spectrum. It's just like school. You're going to have those who belong in the advanced class & those that belong in the remedial class. You may even have a few that belong in probation! For me, lack of...
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    Batter running to first on strike two play

    Any time that play is suspended, it is a prudent thing to give the count to both the batter & the defense once everything resets & before you restart play. It helps to prevent thing like this from happening. If I did judge the batter's act to be intentional, "Interference" would be the call &...
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    Too Many Teams

    And this is the problem in a nutshell...…... I see it all the time. Too many coaches looking for ready-made elite players & not learning or putting in the effort to develop their own. It's a common problem. Too man "meh" coaches & not enough "elite" ones!
  15. M

    USA- Any changes to Rule 8.2.M?

    No. Nothing has changed since 2014. First base is still one big bag after the initial play & can be used by either offense or defense.
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    Drop dead time rule

    Drop dead time means that no new inning can start after that time is reached. Whatever inning the game is in must be completed. It does not mean that you stop a game in the middle of an inning. Any other interpretation is wrong.
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    Hitting the Change Up

    I used to play men's fast pitch. There are several things you can do that will assist you in being able to hit a changeup or any other pitch. Study your opponent. Pre-game & in-game. Don't wait until it's your turn at bat or until you're on deck. Study the pitcher while you're in the...
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    Crow hopping

    You are wrong on one point...….. All umpires have equal responsibility in call an IP if they see it. In some instances the PU may be blocked from seeing it & the BU may have a cleaner view but neither umpire has precedent in making the call.
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    Appeal on runner leaving early

    It can be a live ball appeal. No one here is saying that it can't. First, let's look at the word, "appeal". The word indicates some sort of verbal action. Now, let's look at the situation you describe (Bases loaded, no outs). The second baseman makes a diving catch & throws to 3B. Is it to...
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    illegal pitching not called

    You can disagree all you want but this is how we are being instructed! If you want to ignore the pre-game instructions of the tournament UIC or Director, be prepared to work fewer games or stay at home & watch on TV.

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