What does being the "R" mean to you?

[JRutledge]

Out of all the years that I have officiated (not that it is that long), I cannot think of a time this even takes place. When does an umpire have to have the R make a final decision for them?

Because even if there was a ruling that was needed, usually the Us do it themselves or we all come to some kind of conclusion together. At least that is what takes place with the people I work with. Because as an R, I might not know completely what happen or did not see the play, so it is up to my partners to make a decision. All I am going to do is back them. And if asked later, I will say, "that is what they saw, I was watching something else."

Peace