[Bob Lyle]

Originally posted by WindyCityBlue
I'm shocked.

Isn't there a rule that needs to be enforced here?
Did the state interpreter make an exception or are you just winging this on on your own? I was under the impression that you enforced the rules and made fun of people who didn't. What would the Wizard say?


Scyguy,

Keep your butt on the line, near the plate. Get the balls you need and a drink if you want, but let the catcher know, "Toss that fifth one down, okay?" If the pitcher is pulling a "Trachsel" (s-l-o-w) catch him as he's heading out. "let's get those five in, 4-8. Your catcher's getting warm back there." You should only need to say this once. If he's only let two fly because he's putzing about get your brush ready and tell the catcher to throw it down. If he gripes, tell him that the batter and you are ready to go, sorry that his partner isn't. If he refuses, step in front of the plate and dust it off - don't move until you've called for the batter. Keep eye contact with the catcher and he will know you mean business. I've only had to do this once. The next inning, the pitching coach practically carried the pitcher out there.

I'm editing this to add that at the younger levels, you should address the coach. I forgot that many of our members work youth baseball. At this level, we should get the coach to help us with the "housekeeping duties". In fact, yo may find yourself trying to keep hyper Harry from throwing ten warm ups!

[Edited by WindyCityBlue on Sep 17th, 2004 at 03:56 PM]

Have you been drinking again, Windy? Your post is barely literate. I would hate to see what it was like before you edited it.