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Sorry to hear of your unhappiness with the NUS in South Bend. I did not attend this year due to other commitments.
However, on the point of asking for help before or after the call, I say make the call you see, then go to your partner for help. WMB, if you and I are working together, I know that you are going to be looking for a pulled foot (as the plate umpire). But what if someone new takes off for third and doesn't see? You point and ask for help, and she's standing at third base? WHat do you do then?
I always make the call I feel is right, then if they want the appeal, I'll appeal.
Personally, on a dropped third strike I won't go to my partner unless I absolutely have no idea of the bats path. I think it does put the runner/batter-runner in jeopardy if we call ball, the later change it to strike.
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