Yes, watch the ball as the BU, but beware PU!!! Watch the batter when you clean the plate. Once I didn't about my 2nd or 3rd year and a big 12 yr. old taking a practice swing whomped me in the shin and I was EATING dirt!
OUCH!!
I still see her as she is married now to one of my best friend's sons, and she is STILL embarrassed about hitting me all those years ago!