Learning the Rule Book

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by RPatrino

Oh, and don't forget to keep your copy of the BRD handy when reviewing different codes. The BRD makes if much easier for me when I am switching between OBR and other rules sets.

While I agree that it's a good reference, if one is just trying to learn FED rules (or any other single set), I find it easier to "forget" the other codes and just concentrate on the one. Learn each individually before trying to remember the differences.

[Paul L]

I reread my most-used rulebooks straight through in digestible chunks every January/February. I use color-coded highlighting, but everyone has their own learning style.

More importantly, after my games, I review the rules covering all plays that I have any question about and think about how I would explain my call in 25 words or less. I do the same thing with sitches on this forum.

The BRD (Baseball Rule Differences) really helps to highlight nuances. (Wish it had a better TOC and index.)

[JJ]

Find an association AND a buddy or two and wade through the books together regularly. You'll get different slants on interps and situations.
Pick up on situations you see on this forum and read related rules and case book entries - it'll get you in the habit of "looking stuff up".
REMEMBER! DON'T STOP LOOKING FOR AN ANSWER JUST BECAUSE YOU FIND ONE!!!!!

JJ