NFHS Fielder acting as if an Error occurred

[Mudisfun]

Originally Posted by BSBAL18

Even though i know most umpires wont call it, isnt the Defensive dugout yelling "hey batter, hey batter,,,SWING" against the rules? I know many wont call that in a game, but what about if an offensive coach complains about it to the umpire? then are you required to enforce the rule? Makes the umpire look bias if he "doesnt call everything" unless a coach complains about it.

The whole umbrella of what is and what is not "unsportsmanlike conduct" seems a bit ... gray.. but that is why im posting. I want to learn all i can from the more educated umpires.

My first post on this forum...

When this occurs in my games I end it right now. Taunting is a violation of FED rules and quickly escalates to a point where you and if your lucky your partner are quickly outnumbered by 30+ players and coaches. Allowing it to continue can also bring the fans into the fray and can escalate issues outside the fence line. Addressing comments made to the other team early and shutting them down is just good preventative umpiring.

I want the teams cheering and encouraging their side, having fun and being competitive. I do not want escalated retaliation due to stupid comments made from the other teams dugout.