i agree, the only possible violation is #5, but is it ignored since the fielder was on the base.
i called nothing, b/c the fielder was partially on the base and the contact was so minimal and unintentional and it was obvious it was not altering the play in any way.
i agree that either ump can make this call, but since i was staying with the play and not turning to follow a double play, i'd say that primary responsibility for this call was mine. i have to commend my partner for staying with the play, but maybe he was looking to hard to get something on this play.
fyi - the coach didn't say a word. i guess he felt his kid was stupid for not sliding or avoiding.
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