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I know you mentioned NFHS and USA. But the CCA Manual for college ball does call the area in front of the circle as the "holding area" for the PU. There are times when he/she moves to that holding area when nobody chases. For example, with nobody on base, on a base hit to the outfield, the PU moves to the front of the circle initially, and then as the BR approaches second base, he/she moves to the primary position for a play at third.
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"Let's face it. Umpiring is not an easy or happy way to make a living. In the abuse they suffer, and the pay they get for it, you see an imbalance that can only be explained by their need to stay close to a game they can't resist." -- Bob Uecker
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