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Old Sat Mar 29, 2008, 06:59pm
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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA
As noted in another post, the foul tip is often determined by sound. If the foul tip is anywhere near the ground, it is quite possible the catcher is coming up with a cloud of dirt. It can be so close, that sometimes even the catcher isn't sure whether it is a foul tip or foul ball.

Like every other signal we use, it is for those who are not in the immediate vicinity to understand what just occured. It is also an indicator to the teams and coaches of your call and should avoid the "but Blue, she fouled the ball" arguments.
In theory..

Today, foul tip, runner stealing I make tip and strike signal. Runner safe. No play made on her.

"Blue was that a foul tip."
"Yes"
"So doesnt the runner have to go back?"


oh boy....
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