Calling all U's

[Jaysef]

I am a third year Ump, and games have finally started slowing a bit so I am not feeling hurried in my spotting and other duties. BUT...how many of you walk off your yardage on penalties?

NFHS manual says no, and I know the proper markings on a field makes a difference, but I still resort to walking off even 15 yarders, when my starting point is between hashes or the "grey" area between major yard lines. Any sound techniques would be much appreciated.

J