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Originally Posted by senorazul
i don't use an indicator..it really makes you focus on the game and each pitch...give it a try (in a rec game first)
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JMHO, rubbish. Your focus ISN'T on the game, but a memory exercise.
You can sell that snake oil all you want, haven't bought it is the 43 years I have worked baseball and softball. It is a tool of the trade just as is a mask, chest protector, shin guards or cup.
There is an umpire in our association who thinks not using an indicator is manly and professional. He hides behind the catcher, moves on pitches, spends more time talking to the coaches and fans than watching the game and he often loses the count. It gets so absurd, teams try to keep female coaches off 1B and even the coaches jerk him around about the count. Oh, BTW, did I mention the pebbles he carries?