WMB, I don't disagree. BUT, NCAA mechanics preach DO NOT hold up a pitcher until and unless she quick pitches, since most do not pitch until the batter is ready.

So, I will not have my hand up; just as you will not with a good pitcher. The problem is that we don't know if this was a good pitcher; some good ones do wait on the pitching plate, ready to go. If that happened, the rule is clear.