[SAump]

Know the situation before the ball is hit on the ground to the infield.
Know the situation before the ball is hit into the outfield.
Move quickly into the "working" area. Keep out of the throwing lanes.
Watch the ball in play and the throw, then watch the runner near the base.
Position for the play, pause, read, and reflect, then make your call.
1) Proper use of the eyes; 2) use of the ears; and 3) use common sense.

Don't miss an uncaught 3rd strike w/< 2 outs, or IFF situation w/< 2 outs.
Don't miss timing plays {x-IFFR} with 2 outs and uncaught 3rd strike with 2 outs.