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Originally posted by Jaysef
I am a third year Ump, and games have finally started slowing a bit so I am not feeling hurried in my spotting and other duties. BUT...how many of you walk off your yardage on penalties?
NFHS manual says no, and I know the proper markings on a field makes a difference, but I still resort to walking off even 15 yarders, when my starting point is between hashes or the "grey" area between major yard lines. Any sound techniques would be much appreciated.
J
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My third year also. I try and get my bearings ahead of stepping off penalty, know which line to go to, then trot to the spot, just counting in my head. My linesman also steps it off, so we should end up at the same spot.
The fields in the hinterland here in WI sometimes aren't marked so nice, that does make it difficult. Any tips from the vets would be appreciated.