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Originally Posted by socalblue1
There is no need or reason to lie about an FYC - that would destroy the message. If done at the right time for the right reason the point is made and life (And the game) moves on.
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The FYC is the lie.
Look, I completely understand the FYC. I used at the D-1 level years ago. I have since come to understand the there are other and better tools of game management than lying.
At a Florida Classic, Evans disparaged the FYC and predicted the exact results someday that the young MiLB umpire experienced in the video posted earlier.
The game evolves. Umpiring evolves. One CAN umpire and be honest.
If you feel you have to use the FYC, fine. Just know it for what it is...a lie.
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Edited to ask: I'm curious. To those who work other sports: In what other sport do officials feel free to lie about a call to send a message? Football? Basketball? Curling?