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I don't believe any reputable clinic, camp or proschool teaches otherwise.
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This is what I have on pdf. file from Baseball Canada. I believe this models the PBUC mechanic. Runner in scoring position; steal of third. Base Umpire……should make sure the runner is going by shoulder-checking over his right shoulder. If the runner goes, read the catcher’s throw, move to the play, get a 90 degree angle to the slide, get set and make the call. Do not get too close or cheat on this play or you will be out of position. React to the appropriate. base. Tim. |
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If you wait for the the throw, provided you are appropriately positoned prior to the play, you will not gain any where's near a 90 on this play, unless, of course you're working little boy ball. Runners who steal at the older levels move quickly.
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I begin by stepping forward, opening the angle, and then let the throw, if it ocurrs to take me to the play, this time moving towards the mid point on the 3BL between third and home.
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Tim & Steve,
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Yep. That's what we were taught. Thanks for reminding me that the mechanic is in the manual. I can cancel my order for the Canadian version.
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OK, umpire school twice, three MLB three day clinics, five college CCA camps, teach at various clinics and local assocaiton camps:
It has always been taught to start to move towards the impending play the instant you read the steal. As noted, catch the movement over your shoulder, while still watching the hitter move to your calling position. If you wait the pitch to be completed you'll get about two steps in big boy ball and will proably get to work a lot of JV. Regards, |
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What if it was a delayed double steal? You would be hung out to dry if the catcher were to throw to 2nd. How about a snap throw behind the runner at 1st? Then you're on the other side of the field running the wrong direction. I have never seen an umpire leave his position before the ball was caught, EVER!!!! Why would you even assume there was going to be a throw at all? All you need to do is take 3 or 4 quick strides toward the midpoint of the baseline, turn and pivot, set, and you are right there for the play. It does not require leaving your position prior to the catch. That sounds like a sure fire recipe for ending up out of position.
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