Another FED 2 Man Mechanics

[PeteBooth]

Originally Posted by pastordoug

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In FED, whenever we have R1 and the ball is hit in the infield, for the most part the BU is on his her/own on a play at first base. In other words do not expect any help from the PU.

Why!

In FED they have the FPSR and it's the responsibility of the PU to watch for a possible violation of that rule should the defense throw to second base. Therefore, whenever the ball is hit in the infield the PU will come out and get in the best possible position to view a possible FPSR violation.

Reason being: The BU is turning away from the play as soon as F4/F6 releases the ball to make the call at first base and therefore, will not be in position or see any possible interference on the part of R1 UNLESS it happens right in front of him.

In your OP we had a slow roller up the thrid base line and the PU following the ball to call Fair / Foul, Therefore, the PU is "right there" should there be a play at third base. If there is an overthrow the PU can adjust rather easily.

In summary the mechanic makes sense.

Also, FWIW I wish they would do away with "the PU should be ready in case of a pulled foot / swipe tag"

BU's should make THEIR own calls PERIOD. The PU already has enough responsibilities and the BU should be able to make THEIR own calls. Also, some BU's use this as a "crutch" way too much.

Pete Booth