[ozzy6900]

• When you are crowded, raise yourself up. You cannot get into a normal stance in this case. It is better to look down into the zone than be blocked out.
• Be sure the batter is legally in the box. If he isn't it is not your duty to back him out! Umpire by the rules - if he hits the ball and he is not in the box, nail him!
• Call strikes, especially when the batter crowds you out. Don't take any crap from him or his coach. Don't explain anything to the coach other than, "You know what, coach? The pitcher has a right to the strike zone, too!". He'll get the idea, if he has any intelligence!