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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA
Well, Andy, it isn't just me, but ASA disagrees with you, too.
And what happens if the PU doesn't see it? Maybe he takes a shot with a bat or a catcher steps and blocks him out of the play? And giving priority to a play at 1B over being in position for a play at 3B? I don't think so.
It is presumptive and IMO gives an umpire an out for developing a bad habit. I believe this mechanic reverses the priority an umpire should employ. Instead of looking for possibly unseen negatives on a play, the umpire should worry about the s/he DOES see/hear and make the call based on the information available.
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Most of my recent hardcore training is SUIP (NCAA) and I have what Andy stated.
It makes it all the more important to know where you are calling and to have a thourough pre-game.
I am used to that mechanic and like it, but would be very careful using it unless pre-gamed and understood by my partner...