Could I have helped here?

[mbyron]

Originally Posted by mbcrowder

Depends a lot on your situation. I think if I'm working with a known rookie or younger umpire, I'm likely to try to get their attention so they will come to me (looks WAY better than you going to them), but will go to them if necessary, explain the rule, and let them fix the call.

With older and/or experienced officials (especially the 15-year rookie guy - we all know him), trying to fix this in-game is a lost cause (unless they come to you on their own). They will insist they are right and now all you've done is create a situation where there is on-field in-game animosity or mistrust (probably in both directions) AND coaches have lost some respect for the crew (something I'd rather avoid even if I'm working with an idiot).

That's quite true, and helps explain why one answer is not always right.