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Originally Posted by NEohioref
I did my 1st mens slowpitch game a few weeks ago. I noticed ALL the umps did not have a facemask on. So I did my games without it. But there were a few times that the ball was foul tipped and came straight back and I had to dodge the ball. Obviously Im a fast-pitch guy. I personally didnt feel safe without my mask. Any thoughts or comment you guys have would be great.
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I've worked SP games from the lowest level of Co-rec to the highest level available mens & womens games. I have never been hit by a foul ball. There have been a few close calls (less than a half dozen in 20 years), but I was always quick enough to avoid them.
I work a good, solid slot which is one of the last places a foul ball should go.