[Andy]

I agree with Mike in that you also have the opportunity to call the obstruction.

In my opinion, however, I think you handled the situation very nicely. You took the opportunity during the game, while the play was still fresh, to do some "coaching" of your young partners.

Obstruction, although we talk about it alot, is not something that happens every game, and really needs to be seen to be completely understood. Young umpires are often so concerned about where is the ball going, where should I be, what just happened, etc., to pick up some of the more subtle stuff like this obstruction.

I like the way that you approached it with her, talking through the play and letting her make the decision. This was a great opportunity for a teaching moment because you could "reverse" the out call properly, still teach a situation, and not affect the game.

I say...Good Job!