Give them a ball's width on either side of the plate. I was taught that by ISF umpires, and you'll call more strikes that way. It is a hitable pitch, don't cheat the pitcher. Become a 'pitcher's umpire' and believe me, the games will have more batters hitting and less walks.
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Elaine
"Lady Blue"
Metro Atlanta ASA (retired)
Georgia High School NFHS (retired)
Mom of former Travel Player
National Indicator Fraternity 1995
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