USC--Do you have to see it?

[NCASAUmp]

Originally Posted by IamMatt

ASA 14-U, visiting team batter returns to dugout after called strike 3, next batter comes up to plate. PU comes over to visitors dugout, calls the just-retired batter out and ejects her after being told by home team that she had flipped him off after the third strike call.

Just curious if an umpire is required to see USC in order to eject a player, or can he rely on the word of the opposing team/fans?

Can't call what you didn't see/hear firsthand.

My opinion: if you're calling a game that's starting to get a bit tense, keep your eyes and ears peeled. Don't "look for trouble," but nip it in the bud when you spot it. Work with and through the coaches when you can, but remember that coaches can't just be taken for their word.

As for the PU, maybe he did actually see the bird. Who knows?