It's been awhile, but if I miss an obvious ball by calling it a strike I've always let the batter know immediatly that I missed it and vice versa to the catcher. I've found that the upper level players appreciate it and actually give you a little more respect on those tough ones on the corners.
I know that we are'nt supposed to make up the bad calls, and I don't as a rule. However, I was doing the dish on a D2 game a couple of years ago and with no count on the batter I called a pitch a strike that was too far outside. The next pitch was on the outside corner(on the plate) and I called a ball and then said,"OK guys,we're even" Both catcher and batter chuckled and I had a great rest of the game with both teams.
You must pick and chose your spots and that is a skill that only comes with experience. It is also something that should'nt be done anywhere near regularly. Twice a year is almost too much.
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