[Rachel]

In an answer to 1231234. The thing about the clinic I was at today was the emphasis in the NCAA about obstructed runners when no play is made.

R1 takes off from 2nd base, the shortstop obstructs her on the way back. The catcher doesn't throw the ball down. The umpire will warn the player and inform the coach. The plate umpire will document what player was warned. If it happens again the obstructed runner will be awarded 3rd.

We were given a detailed video presentation on what is "about to receive". ASA and Fed. have gone to "No ball no block" The NCAA doesn't want to go there and wants to keep those great plays in the game.

We as umpires have to call obstruction when it occurs even if the player was safe. This is so the coaches know what is going to be called and that we see it.

The emphasis was on looking for the obstruction before looking for the tag.

The clinic was well worth my time and those of you in Texas should attend in Dallas.

I apologize for the BLATANT hijacking of this post.


[Edited by Rachel on Jan 22nd, 2005 at 10:34 PM]