Item 143 in The 2004 BRD:
FED: If the coach stands with his pitcher at the mound during half innings, he is not charged with a conference. PENALTY: If the coach's presence creates a delay, the umpire "may" charge a conference.
OBR: Point not covered. OFF INTERP: Same as FED. PENALTY: If such a "conference" delays the game: Following the first delay, the umpire should warn the coach that on the next delay he will be charged with a trip to the mound. A team must be warned once per game before the penalty is invoked.
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