check swing appeal - what a mess......

[Matt]

Originally Posted by PeteBooth

Here's what I have a problem with.

U1 should have simply agreed with the PU ESPECIALLY after "some time" has elapsed.

What if even Helen Keller could see he went, and the only reason that PU didn't get it is because he didn't see it? Then you've shot all credibility to hell.

Originally Posted by PeteBooth

Yes the PU should have requested help immediately

Yes.

Originally Posted by PeteBooth

but since he didn't and the PU also brought back the BR, in order to "keep peace" the BU should have mirrored the PU's call.

Nope. He should have come in with the voluntary strike. While it has been the subject of discussion recently on this board, there is no reason not to use it at levels other than professional ball--this is a prime case in point.

[PeteBooth]

[QUOTE]

Originally Posted by Matt

What if even Helen Keller could see he went, and the only reason that PU didn't get it is because he didn't see it? Then you've shot all credibility to hell.

Here's what happened.

PU then beckons BR back to the box as the pitch was ruled a ball and now the count is 2-2. BR comes back to the box. then the defense team requests that PU get help. PU askes U1 if the batter swung at the pitch. U1 rules that he did swing. Catcher then throws the ball down to first. U1 gives an out signal.

Credibility is already shot to hell.

As I said to Kevin

THERE IS NOTHING RIGHT in this OP.

If I were BU I would have mirrored my partner's call because as mentioned no matter what you do at this point the credibility of this crew is already shot. Also, the PU gave the EMPHATIC NO HE DID'T GO

I would then have a POST game to get my point across.

FWIW in FED although recommended the PU doesn't have to go to his partner.

Pete Booth