Beating myself up about this one...

[Steven Tyler]

Originally Posted by TussAgee11

Last game of the day today. 2 strikes - check swing pitch that goes to the backstop. I call ball and wait for the catcher to appeal. He never does. Everyone yells throw to first, the catcher scrambles, gets the ball, and throws to first. Partner signals out!

Dang it, we huddled, my partner said he knew he went and didn't know that I didn't call it. Offensive coach was not too bad about it, he made some valid points towards me in a soft tone of voice which I bit my lip on because I knew he was right.

I'm assuming I should have just appealed it myself immediately, correct?

Like I said, I'm not too pleased about my gross miss.

If no one appeals, you call the pitch a ball, and no one else called the pitch a strike, why is the batter out? Do a pregame next time. You shouldn't appeal unless you need help and are blocked out. If you thought the batter offered, ring him up. Your initial call of ball is what muddied up the waters.

Use this verbal mechanic on a check swing.

"Strike, on the swing" or "Strike, on the pitch".

Then use the proper mechanic for which ever call you make.