Dropped third......

[BlueDevilRef]

Originally Posted by DaveASA/FED

I would say "that was strike three" and see what happens, she will either run or head to the dugout. Technically the batter is not out until they enter dead ball territory so your call was not by rule correct.

Of course I know that but what's a guy to do? Batter was taking a batting stance and pitcher appeared ready to throw another pitch.......I knew it wasn't really supported by rule but couldn't think of anything else to do at the time. But I will use your suggestion of stating (loudly) "that was strike three". Hopefully that would get the action moving.

It was a very strange moment. Literally the only people who knew what was going on were me and my partner. And it's not like it was a mystery. She swung big time and the count had been announced and was in the board. Very odd.