The problem here is not the call, because you did get the call right. It is obstruction in the case, and since it is then the base runner is safe at home. The problem is the confusion which resulted from the "safe/out" call on the same play. I was the base-umpire in a national semi-final game,when "almost" the same thing happened to me. Girl slides into third, "SAFE!" same girl/same play slides over third..."OUT" a lot of conversation going on between me and the coaches. We got it straightened out, but my confusion and overly enthusiastic call create more hubris than it shoud have. I have since taught myself to take my time on making my calls. play on!
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Wed Apr 27, 2005, 03:19pm
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