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Originally Posted by Rachel
I know several DI CWS and regional umpires that do not use an indicator. They say it forces them to maintain focus.
I know that I could not do that yet. But I try to not look at my indicator much.
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Seems to be quite a contradiction. It is constantly impressed on us, as NCAA umpires, that the NCAA Umpire Manual is our bible, and must be followed at all times. Our bible says:
"• Ball/strike indicator – must be used on plate and bases"
So, by their statement, they should not be CWS or Regional umpires, since they choose to disregard the manual requirement.