1 in 5 wrong? Really?

[UmpJM]

Originally Posted by BSUmp16

Doh!!! There are three things an umpire should do before making a call - Pause.... Read... React. I think you skipped the second stage.

BSUmp16,

1. "Pause...Read...React..." has nothing to do with the actual making of a call.

It is the technique taught to decide on the proper movement (and eventual positioning) when a ball is batted into play.

2. While I would grant that it is theoretically possible for two events to occur simultaneously at two different points in space (i.e., a "tie") both Einstein and Hegel argue, rather persuasively, that it is impossible for a human being to accurately perceive that happened. Einstein from a physics perspective, Hegel from a limits of human perception perspective; they are both a lot smarter than you or I, and I believe them.

3. This "study" proves nothing other than the authors don't know jack about statistics, studies, or responsible journalism.

However, I wholeheartedly agree with your essential point that it is the umpire's responsibility to MAKE THE DAMN CALL!

JM