First game tommorrow

[Steven Tyler]

I hope your first game was better than the third, fourth and fifth game of the partner to which I was assigned last Saturday. I can only imagine how his first and second were. I will share no details as the memories will haunt me for years to come.

Thanks and have great season.

[dino14]

"Three words to live by. Pause, read, react"

Great Advice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Anonymous67]

Originally Posted by canadaump6

As for balks, remember that what you call or don't call sets the standards for the entire season.

I assume you are speaking for all of Canada and not where baseball is really played.

[bossman72]

Originally Posted by rngrck

Have my first game on the bases. Any points of reference I should be aware of from the experts? What to look for the most?? Please don't says balks, I'm praying I don't have to call any.lol

-Remember your training and rulebook
-Be crisp and loud on your calls
-Be sharp on your mechancs- be where you are supposed to be
-Walk on that field like you own it. Don't be timid (yet, don't be cocky or a harda$$). Act like you belong.
-Be confident in what you know. If you see a balk, and you know it's a balk, don't hesitate- call it!
-Sell your calls when appropriate
-Learn from that game
-GOOD LUCK!