Why sell calls?

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Originally posted by UmpireErnie
Somewhere I seem to recall being taught in 2-man mechanics as the base umpire to always use the overhand out on the 2nd half of a double play, even if it is not that close.

Can anyone confirm or refute that?

Thanks..

That is what is taught, and is usually appropriate 'cause the backend of that play is close. However, when it isn't close, I suggest you either shorten the overhand to a punch or stick with the routine out. BTW, when I say "isn't close", I mean the runner is more than a full stride away from the base when the ball arrives.