advice for the 90'

[David B]

Originally Posted by LLPA13UmpDan

when i worked the 90' for the first time, I was taught to play the B&C positions close to the pitchers mound. How do you guys work it? I feel im too close, and in the way of the SS throwing the ball to 1st. Should i play it back more, closer to the infield dirt?

I've seen umpires play too far back more often than too close.

I prefer to work closer to the mound also, ((in B)
and I never feel that I'm in the way of F6. The only time that should come into play would be if F6 charges a slow grounder and on that play i have plenty of time to move a couple of steps toward the mound.

When I use position C (usually in 3man mechanics), I prefer to stay back. Some of that is because of F6 and also I feel that I have a much better look at the play at second from that position.

Play around with it to see what works best for you.

Thanks
David