Force runner question - ASA

[AtlUmpSteve]

Originally Posted by NCASAUmp

In all seriousness, we've been instructed to never tell a batter that he has "no balls" when giving the count. I think HugoTafurst's suggestion is a good start, but let's see if there's another way.

And that USED TO BE the ASA standard. When the newer regime stepped in a few yeras back, we were redirected that a) this was never a written directive from the NUS, so it didn't exist, and b) that we wre required to give the FULL count, meaning the number of balls and strikes, both, any time the count was given.

Back to the earlier question, I use (and the NCAA SUIP directs) "No Tag", while making a "safe" signal. Enunciate, make the clear signal; and if the base coaches fail to coach, oh well, too bad, so sad.

[ronald]

Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve

Back to the earlier question, I use (and the NCAA SUIP directs) "No Tag", while making a "safe" signal. Enunciate, make the clear signal; and if the base coaches fail to coach, oh well, too bad, so sad.

I like it. I will use it when and where I can.

[NCASAUmp]

Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve

Back to the earlier question, I use (and the NCAA SUIP directs) "No Tag", while making a "safe" signal. Enunciate, make the clear signal; and if the base coaches fail to coach, oh well, too bad, so sad.

I believe that generally, this is a good mechanic. However, what is still being taught is that calling "no tag" can be confused for "tag," and that "no tag" should not be used.

I'm not saying it's right, I'm just saying what's being taught.

[wadeintothem]

I use "no tag" and I give the full count.

You dont need to preface the count with "she has.." "we have". Just say "no balls, 2 strikes."

I never have an issue with giving the count. If I get snickers or juvenile crap about that, I've never heard it.