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Originally Posted by pastordoug
Shouldn't have to go that far up the line? Also since FU is in B what happens to an overthrow? Just bad mechanics to me.....
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Becaue you're heading that way, your be in proper position for that banger at 3B if it should develop. If there is a play on R1 at 2B, then watch for the interference and head back toward the line for that overthrow you're worried about. If there isn't a play on R1 @ 2B, than head toward the library for the back door play at thrid. There isn't any reason for BU to have to air mail the call from the vicinity of A. If there is an overthrow, you won't be having a play at 3B, so stop, pick up the ball and head back toward the plate, (remember you're still responsible for R1's touch of 3B) the overthrow will be your responsibility as BU takes BR around. To quote Jim Evans....sometimes you just have to umpire. The basic concept is the bang bang play at 3B is more important. Although CCA mechanics say, stay in the vicinity for the plate for the swipe tag pulled foot, and let BU take the second play at 3B should it occur, and air mail that call. Personally, I prefer the Pro mechanic of moving to 3B for that very reason. Once R1 is out at 2B, you can cut across the infield toward the 1B line and gain distance toward the bag for the pulled foot, swipe tag, as well as the overthrow. Many here will disagree, however this is what is being taught in the Pro schools.