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Originally Posted by JPaco54
UP and back - it seems like I won't be able to see the plate? But, I will give it a try. Thank you!
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Changing height is an advanced mechanic.
If you cross to the outside, go low for safety.
Caution: Accepting an outside risk to make the right call is not wise. Use all options first.
If you line up over the catcher, expand your strike zone {w/in reason} to maintain original zone.
For example, if one works directly behind the plate, then one would have a perfect strike zone.
Umpires working in the slot position make adjustments to refine that strike zone.
So when changing position, adjustments are necessary to keep that strike zone.
If you move at all, try to maintain the same height.
Umpires should not worry much about seeing or not seeing the plate.
Get comfortable and make the call you normally make 8 out of 10 times.
As you gain experience, make the call you normally make 9 out of 10 times
Accept the fact your new strike zone perception has been compromised.
Call strikes {w/in reason} and keep the game moving.