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All calls should reflect the importance of the call. An umpire should sell a call for a few reasons:
Make sure the players hear and understand the call. Sometimes players get so wrapped up in the play, they are not going to hear or see a routine out.
The sell eliminates the thought of any indecision on the umpire's behalf. Even a wrong call, the coach cannot question your decisiveness.
The sell brings you closer to the play (but not smothering) and gives the impression that you couldn't have been in a better position to make that call.
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The bat issue in softball is as much about liability, insurance and litigation as it is about competition, inflated egos and softball.
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