I agree
I am using a new Stance, in a new Position, in the Same Old Slot.
When I first started umpiring, it was for a very well organized LL group. They had a real umpire association, all volunteer, and held many very well organized, documented and run, umpire clinics. I was taught the Slot from the very first time I dawned the gear. But I was not taught to line my nose up on the inside edge of the plate. We were taught to set up based on where the catcher was at, and then make slight adjustments to a position that allowed us to see the pitchers Release Point and the Low-Outside pitch. Very different from this very consistent, nose on the inside edge location I am using now.
This was a great point for you to raise and help me clear up. I see similar questions being asked on other boards.
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Have Great Games !
Nick
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