The on deck batter remaining in the circle until called

[Porch Dog]

I just checked the rule book (FED 02) and under 1-2-4 it says "the on-deck circle does not have to be occupied, but if a player wishes to warm up, he shall do so only in his team's on-deck circle, provided the circle is located safely away from home plate". (2-23-1) Better late than never. Porch Dog..... Bob, that's pretty much what I do I was typing this when your posting came through. Thanks, Doug

[Edited by Porch Dog on Jun 24th, 2002 at 11:53 AM]