2 umpire mechanics, going out on a fly ball

[Andy]

The other issue to consider is the use of temporary fences. Around here, we play most of our games on fields with 300' permanent fences and put up the temporary fences at 200'. I much prefer an umpire out near the fence on a ball that is hit near the fence with the possibilty of a catch and carry, a ball going off the fielders glove over the fence, or to judge whether or not the batted ball bounced in front of or over the fence.

I agree with those that have stated that the pregame discussion of this mechanic is vital.

[txtrooper]

On batted balls to the outfield, I have been taught to buttonhook into the infield. The current ASA manual says that the base umpire is required to buttonhook in. I can see the benifit of going out, but have not done it.

[IRISHMAFIA]

You go out in a 2-umpire game when you want to screw WITH your partner

[NCASAUmp]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

You go out in a 2-umpire game when you want to screw WITH your partner

You'll be buying the first three rounds if you do that to me with multiple runners!

[wadeintothem]

no runners on and something up down the line

or

if I want to screw with my partner .