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Originally Posted by MikeStrybel
On an uncaught pitch, I typically take a step away from the action (especially if the ball gets away) and signal safe. I'm 6'4" and 230# so I am easily seen by players and coaches alike.
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Except by the two players immediately affected by your (non) call.
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The catchers know when they catch the ball too.
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Irrelevant. What they need to know is whether you
judged the ball was caught or not caught.
And there are plenty of upper level umpires who use and teach the verbal no-catch mechanic.