slow pitch strike zone

[scottk_61]

Sarcastically speaking, I love the mat.
I can just lean against the fence over near one of the dugouts and call balls and stikes from there.
I think the 3rd base side would be the best angle, as then I could see the same thing as the players in the dugout with no problems................

Seriously, I hate the mat but some rec leagues want it.
I call the balls and strikes according to the local rules but it gives me a chance to work and say to myself, That was a ball or that was a strike in spite of the mat.

The rest of the time I spend on working on my mechanics, ie when should I get set, positioning for plays etc.

Take the opportunity to improve yourself whenever you can.

Personally, I think that most mat play was developed because too many of us couldn't figure out what to call or how to manage a game.
The players wanted some kind of consistency and they got it....................such as it is.