Worked at the PFX tour this weekend - Part I: The Ugly

[CelticNHBlue]

Originally Posted by Skahtboi

"Blue, did she miss home plate?"

That's a good enough appeal for me.

I agree, and would add to that for future situations. Often times there is commotion when a coach is attempting to get his players to appeal, with no success, or appeals in such a manner that very few people realize an appeal has been made.

The best thing to do, IMO, when the appeal is justified for situations such as missed bases and leaving early on a caught fly ball, is to point to the coach and declare, "Coach, I heard your appeal for xxx." Follow that with affirmation of the situation and change the call.

This will draw attention to you and the fact that there is an appeal so that people aren't left wondering why some players are leaving the field. Make the call firmly and be prepared to talk to the opposing coach.