[officialtony]

I'm not sure where we came up with this idea of hand signals. I'm not sure why we don't just verbalize it ( when asked ). Obviously we do when requested from our partners. I know there are more than a few who do use these kinds of signals ( see mcrowder's post ). I will check with our association and see if I can come up with an answer and if necessary, change away from them.
Now I have a question for you. With all the experience you have with those who have gone to professional umpire schools and all the camps and clinics you have attended - including twice to the Jerry Davis umpiring clinic - why would you have to come to this forum with a question about someone yelling " foot " and looking to you for a response? Even a lowly official like myself knows that is improper mechanics (Not putting you down or trying to insult you don't misunderstand me).
Just curious.