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Originally posted by whiskers_ump
Not arguing with Mike here, but I like to go to the outside
and make the coverage as Dave described in his post. Agree
also that it should be covered in umpire to umpire pre game.
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If you are in foul ground toward the outfield side of the base, you must turn with the ball to see the play which may very well mean you can miss an obstruction, interference, missed base, etc. depending on how long you stay with the ball.
If you are outside toward home, you are going to have to make a call from the back side of the play, in line with the play should the ball get away and may end up doing a dance trying to avoid the errant throw.
In both cases, you will never be able to get into position for a call at 2B should it become necessary.
If you get inside, you can have the ball, runner, base and defender all within your scope, not be in a vulnerable position should a throw get away or missed and be in great position to siddle over to 2B for a call if necessary.
If the ball gets by 1B and the throw is coming from near the first base line, you simply move to the 11 o'clock position of the circle. This removes you from the throwing lane and places you in perfect position to make a call.
Of course, JMHO,