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Old Sat Sep 23, 2006, 03:01pm
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Perhaps, the UIC HAS seen your work behind the plate and was unimpressed.

Perhaps, the UIC has spoken with fellow umpires that have seen your plate work and was given some unfavorable notices.

Perhaps, the UIC was not enamored of your previous plate resume. (Softball?)

Perhaps, after working with you, he sees the need for a multitude of additional training in all areas.
UIC has not seen me do that plate, ever.

I have worked the plate some this season for baseball, as well as softball, not much difference between the too. When i have worked the plate, its been nothing but positive comments from the other umpires.

Ive worked the 60' with him multiple times, and too many time w/ other umpires LOL. Im doin well, and almost have mastered it. Now, of course on the 90', my first game, im going to have to improve. Now, i have another question requarding that, how do you play the B and C positions? He had me closer to the mound then to second base. Do you agree??
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Old Sat Sep 23, 2006, 03:14pm
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Now, i have another question requarding that, how do you play the B and C positions? He had me closer to the mound then to second base. Do you agree??
It's up to you. If you are a quick, agile guy, then set up closer to the mound. If you are a bit slower, more toward the base. It's a matter of personal preference.

On pickoff plays at 1st from B, you need to get a couple steps and set for the play. Don't just stand in B flatfooted. They (coaches, instructors) want you to get a better angle. If you can't get the footwork right on this, you will want to work closer to the mound from B.
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Old Sat Sep 23, 2006, 03:24pm
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A differing opinion ...................

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Ive worked the 60' with him multiple times, and too many time w/ other umpires LOL. Im doin well, and almost have mastered it.
Not nearly, Grasshopper, not nearly.
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