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Originally posted by Bob:
I've noticed before on TV that the plate guy is in several different places on plays at the plate. He may be on the first base line extended, up the 3rd base line a bit, or on 3rd base line extended.
What are the considerations for when they go to each position? When do they go there? Are they reading the throw and adjusting?
Bob
Here's a simple rule of thumb they
used to use: Set up so the throw is generally headed toward your mask.
But the modern clinicians (beginning with Brinkman back in the middle 80s) began to teach the umpire should
always set up on the first-base line extended. The reason is simple: There is less chance you will get bowled over. That's what I teach exclusively now. Never go to the TBL, particularly in amateur ball.
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Papa C
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