I get shivers, thinking that I would partnered with a 14 year old. But if it happens, we will have a good pregame, and then he will have his calls and I will have mine. If he calls an out, which he did in this case, and then he points to me, we will have an onfield discussion that involves him taking responsibility for his calls and then we will have an OUT as originally called. Hopefully, the fans/coaches/etc. will be somewhat satisfied that we had a discussion and since we stuck with the original call, some might assume I agree, whether I do or not. If not, then tough. I am NOT leaving my wing man (oops wrong movie). If he called an OUT, then it will forever be an OUT. If he asks for help before making a call, then I will have some help for him. The onfield discussion will be centered around this basic concept. You make the call, live with it. If you want help then ask for it before making the call.
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