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Well, I think that if you ask an ump what his strike zone is going to be, you're setting yourself up for being on the ump's bad side. It just comes across the wrong way, as it tells the ump, "I've gotten crapped on in the past by YOU GUYS, so tell me what you want, will you, pal?" I know that's not your intention, but some umps may take it that way.
The strict ASA strike zone is between the back shoulder and the front knee, envisioning the batter at the plate with a natural stance. Realistically, the bottom line to the strike zone is, "did the batter let an ordinarily hit pitch go by?" If so, ring 'em.
Over time, you'll get to know that strike zone better, and it will become second nature. Heck, I've been doing this a while, and I'll admit that when a new season starts after a long break, my strike zone isn't perfect, either. Just keep at it, and you'll do fine.
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Dave
I haven't decided if I should call it from the dugout or the outfield. Apparently, both have really great views!
Screw green, it ain't easy being blue!
I won't be coming here that much anymore. I might check in now and again.
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