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I know, at least in the league I work in, if I just say "I got an out there coach" without actually answering if a tag was made on the bag, I'd be considered a dolt. I'm serious guys, I'm going to moving up to Juniors, PONY 13-14, and maybe some HS next year. I need to know what I should be doing on these plays.
Please re-read my post. At the level you are currently working DO NOT make the call. Those kids don't need it and those coaches don't understand it. I have said all along this is level and experience related.
When you do start the Varsity games the coaches will understand it, the action will call for it and you won't get accused of not seeing the play.
Also, as I have said, the requirements are individual. I know it when I see it. You will, too. You will know when they are close enough and when they are not. Don't worry so much about this, it is not brain surgery. Nobody is going to die if you screw up while you're learning.
Personally, the proximity is related to the quality of the play and speed of the play. A quick catch and release made with a "tag" LESS than a foot from the bag (8-10 inches) will get the out, whereas a slow moving F6 six inches off may not.
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