R1 steals to second base-another bad call

[PeteBooth]

Originally posted by Carl Childress

Papa C the problem I find with being in the C position with r1 is as follows:

1. I am in much better position to call the back end of a DP in B than in C, especially on a banger which is the majority of cases.

2. From C it is more difficult to help out the PU on check swings, ball hitting batter in box, etc. In B, the view of the plate area and the batter is much clearer.

Finally, the majority of plays in a baseball game are at first base. We are obviously closer in position B than in C.

I have experimented with both positions and for me I prefer B. If you follow the ball from F2's arm right to the base, I find that the ball will take me to the base and I am in as good position as any.

The problem with B, is many umpires take there eye off of the ball (when F2 still has it in his possession) to find the runner and fielder and IMO that's where they get into trouble. If you keep your eyes on the ball (which we are taught) and follow right into F4 or F6's glove - that will take you right to the play.

As with everything in life, it involves practice.

Pete Booth





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