Turning your head calling strike

[Rich]

Originally posted by tchaap
I'm and ASA ump just reading some of these baseball posts. Curious to know if there is a strike signal outlined in your rules book as it seems there are different techniques discussed in this thread? We have a specific strike signal in ASA.

This is why all the ASA umpires look robotic. There's room for some individuality in officiating.

There's nothing wrong with turning to the side, but it has to be done with good timing in mind. Once the ball is caught for certain, make the call.

Scott, I understand you mean well, but coaches do not discuss umpiring mechanics with me -- so I guarantee you that you wouldn't eat me alive when coaching.