Absolutely not. [wait.. I am getting a vision of contrary opinions... so be it].
EZ example. Me UIC (I suppose we define that as plate). Partner calls a runner OUT on the bases due to a misapplication of rules. I know this as I observe.
"Retired" runner leaves field... next batter comes to box. Offensive coaches (bases and dugout) say NOTHING...
Play on! -> and partner gets instructed AFTER game.
Not so EZ example. SAME as above BUT... coach has a brain and recognizes the error. He comes out properly and discusses with partner. But partner is one of those Board-in-Ass Umps who thinks his @#% don't stink. BU argues with coach that HIS call is correct, and coach can pound sand. Coach does ask him.. "Would you please check with your partner? That's Mike B over there and he's forgetten more about rules than either of us will ever know!" Partner refuses to get help.. says call stands. Coach walks off steamed and frustrated.
AGAIN! -> same result.. play on. Instruct partner AFTER game. Call assignor... don't work with this motorhead again.
Final example. Same as above.. but as coach walks off he announces.. "I am going to protest!" and proceeds to do so properly.... now...... the horse has changed colors.... now.. I will (for the first time) go see partner and he and I will discuss privately what I know...(point is.. I do NOT want this game to get replayed.. and I will try to prevent that). I will convince partner to reconsider. He will of course, accept my interpretation.
But god forbid he will not... again... play on.. game protested. Partner makes my "list".
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Originally posted by Bfair
On item 2, correcting misinterpretations of rules, does UIC have final authority and should UIC step in UNREQUESTED if he feels BU has misinterpreted a rule, award/penalty, etc?? [/B]
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