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Old Thu May 05, 2016, 02:01pm
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Originally Posted by Dakota View Post
As to the count, this is just what I do.

General case:
I give the first count for a batter after 3 pitches, 2-1. 1-2, or 3-0

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I never give the count on 2-1, except after a delay. The next pitch (if taken) will bring the count to an action count, and I don't like giving the count on back-to-back pitches. If play is slow, or the players are young, I may say "2-1, ladies" in a voice loud enough for the batter and catcher to hear.
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