plate ump covering 3rd

[PeteBooth]

Originally Posted by ggk

R1, base hit to the outfield, i believe the plate ump should cover R1 into 3rd while letting the base ump know same. does the same coverage apply on an infield ball where the runner may have been stealing and is trying to go 1st to third on an infield out or infield error? how about R2 only on an infield out - he waits until the ball is thrown to F3 and then breaks for 3rd. i think PBUC states that base ump has both infield calls, but why wouldn't the plate ump help out in those other situations?? thanks.

Tee gave you an excellent response. Ultimately it boils down to what your organization subscribes to and probably more important who you are working with.

I can tell you from my experiences that my mechanics in HS change daily depending upon whom I'm working with. I worked with an "old" Vet who had the dish and told me under no uncertain terms. "Son I have Home Plate - Get it" meaning bases one through 3 were mine.

A good friend of mine joined the ECAC (Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference) and as TEE mentioned College wants the BU to take both calls, however, at the collegiate level you have a group of umpires who for the most part are on the same page and will hustle into position. HS is different depending upon your partner.

In Summary: Do what your association wants you to and know who your partner is.

Pete Booth