Cecil - how old?
Younger groups, yes - I'll say something to them the first time, as this can be an eventual safety issue.
Older, no - they need to know on their own, and if I coach one kid not to do it, and then later the other team's catcher actually obstructs, I've unfairly affected the game.
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