How to "Call" a ball not caught

[PeteBooth]

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Originally Posted by Shmuelg

Batter hits a line drive to the shortstop. The ball hits the ground briefly (for a millisecond), and then goes into the SS's glove. No question in my mind, but it was a question in the mind of many of the fielders and runners.

I didn't call anything, but I don't know what I should have done?

Different scenario

Instead of the ball being hit to F6 the ball was a sinking liner hit to F8 who dives to make the catch.

What should you do?

Answer:

the same as you would in your scenario - indicate a catch / no catch ONCE you process the infomation. In your case you said no doubt in my mind that it was a no catch. At that point you should have said No catch for EVERYONE to hear.

Pete Booth