USA & NFHS 3-ump mechanics question

[Umpire@1]

Originally Posted by Tru_in_Blu

Over the years, I've received conflicting inputs and "training" from various sources on this one matter.

In a 3-ump system when the crew is "all in", is there a "holding zone" for the PU?

Thanx.

No there is not a holding zone.

[IRISHMAFIA]

IMHO, there is always a holding zone available regardless of the number of umpires on the field. Just because the mechanical instructions do not direct the umpire to to a holding zone does not mean it does not exist.

We are not always be motion. We do not automatically go from point a to point b without observing the unfolding play including the action of all players and partners. Sometimes that needs to be done prior to determining a direction.

As noted, JMHO