Horrible Mechanics

[Rich]

Originally Posted by SanDiegoSteve

Yes, false hustle is exactly what it is. Just like it is false hustle for the PU to run all the way up the 1st base line past the 45ft. line on a ground ball with no runners on. Instead of coming to a set position as the throw approaches F3, the false hustler continues running toward first base to give the appearance that he's a real jackrabbit. All the coaches oooh and aaah about how he hustles, but he isn't set to see the play he's running up there to watch. I see it all too often, especially from the young "fit and trim" umpires trying to show off their speed.

Well, I'll plead guilty on this one. I really think coming set is overrated.

I make calls on the run in football and basketball all the time and I'll frequently run "through the catch" when I'm out in the outfield. I'll frequently run until the play is completed at first and continue on through a U-turn back to the plate. But I'm not doing it to show false hustle. I'd just rather keep moving.