When to put new ball into play after HR?

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Originally posted by IRISHMAFIA

Coaches can "perceive" what they want, it doesn't take a throw to the pitcher to demonstrate that I am in control of the game.

I hope you would agree, Mike, that how an official is perceived can determine how he/she is treated by coaches during a game. At the college level, it may mean the difference between recieving and not receiving assignments. It certainly affects post-season assignments. Rule knowledge, good mechanics, and sound judgement are expected. The little things often separate good officials from great ones.

Furthermore, when a coordinator makes a "suggestion", it is expected to be followed. They, not I, determine "what it takes" to work for them. As a state UIC, would you not expect your officials to follow any directives issued by your office?

I, personally, throw the ball to the pitcher at every level I officiate in order to stay in the habit. That is, unless my UIC tells me not to.

I let the ability level of the pitcher determine the pace of the ball and make sure she is indeed paying attention before I do so. I certainly have no desire to injure any player at any level.