verbalizing the count

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Originally Posted by NCASAUmp

In all seriousness, I've always been taught to never tell a batter he has "no balls, two strikes."

I only umpire girls fast pitch. Oh also, thanks for the advice on not putting weight on my thighs when getting set on the bases. I set up like you said and had no problems getting into position to make a call on the bases when a girl was stealing. Before I must of had to stand up first and then start moving into postion. One little change made all the difference in the world. Dave