[RPatrino]

KCG, use whatever manual you want and do whatever you feel comfortable. I just don't use the type of stance you do. I feel more comfy and I see the zone just fine, thanks, using the GD. I stand MORE then 1ft from the catcher as per the way I was taught.

Softball has a set way of doing things, and are somewhat rigid in their mechanics. My opinion is that baseball is far more interested in consistancy and accuracy of the actual calls and rule interpretations, rather then strictly enforcing how to signal outs/safe, ball/ strike and what kind of plate stance someone should use. In other words, baseball is more concerned that everyone know how to apply the rules, rather then have everyone look the same on the field.