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Originally Posted by DRJ1960
Does anyone cut inside behind the runner as she approaches 2nd?
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I'll come inside....kind of. I like to come in after the runner passes, then close down to second base on a direct line from 1st. That gives a great angle for a possible pick off on an over run (90º to the tag). Watch the ball go back to P then move to the C position.
Hugo's question:
"If she continues on to third, isn't that PU's coverage?"
Maybe........Situation is single runner on first advancing to second on a PB, then to third. Have got to pre game this every time and watch for your partner. Typically, I take all single runners to third, even on PB situations. Plate umpire may be blocked, especially if the PB goes to the 3rd base side. Plate may be unable to go to third without risking getting into the play. Better to plan on covering from the base side as you don't have anything else going on.