Quick on the trigger

[Andy]

Here is a technique that I was taught that helped me slow down.

No runners on - routine plays at first base that everybody in the park knows the runner is out. Get set, see the catch and tag of the bag. Do not signal the out until the runner has crossed first base or clearly stopped her advance. Sometimes, it will seem like several moments pass until the out is signaled, but this will get your mind into seeing the whole play before making a decision and call.

One other thing I was told was to slow down, when I think I'm slowed down enough, go slower.

On the bangers, you may want to pick up the pace a little to help sell the call, but still force yourself to see the whole play before making the call.

When working the plate, use the same timing on every pitch. Watch the ball hit the catchers mitt, wait a split second, make the call.