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Old Thu Aug 04, 2005, 08:10am
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Originally posted by Jerry
To Rich and Sal:

You're correct, Sal. You and I are talking PBUC (Pro) mechanics. (Regarding where the field umpires are positioned, which is "situational" dependent. Also for going to the "man on the line" for checked swings.)

I understand that CCA and FED have somewhat different mechanics for their officials. So, not to be argumentative,it really depends on what level of ball you're officiating and what Umpire Manual you're referring to when speaking of mechanics and positioning.

The WBUA (www.wbua.org)utilizes the PBUC mechanics, and is what we teach our officials.

Jerry
Personally, I'm happier with CCA mechanics with lower level ball. More "stuff" happens on the bases, even with 2 outs, and it makes more sense to have the umpires in B and D with R2+R3 than A and C.

As long as we are all (on the same crew, that is) singing from the same hymnsheet....
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