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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA
Meanwhile, we lose umpires because of the "firestorms" caused by this type of change.
Again, many of us will rule the same as in the past and begin every explanation with, "In my judgment..."
But you will still have people working championship play who will take this rule to heart and/or not have the courage to stand up to a ranting coach, only to have it called correctly by the next umpire. I cannot blame the coaches when they get upset over this issue and, trust me, they will.
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I teach at two local rec league clinics..
Very soon I will be standing in front of 30-40 coaches and umpires trying to sell this and explain this in a reasonable and understandable manner. Some of them will be 12-14 years old umpiring for their first time.
I do not look forward to it.
I am very glad I am not in your position, which is much more daunting.