Mike,

A rare disagreement here http://www.mansun-nl.com/smilies/eek2.gif,
but I agree with Mick. I see tape on an ear, I always
ask what is under there.
FED is pretty clear on what is to be taped and what not.

glen

Not a problem.
 

Mike,
I don't inspect.
I only ask, "What's under the tape?"
If they say "Jewelry", it's gone.
No fuss.
No muss.
They know the rules. ;)
mick

Glen,

I've been quite specific to note that my responses are based on ASA.

ASA does not forbid jewelry unless the umpire considers it dangerous. One, I do not rule on what I cannot see and two, if the piece is small enough to be covered by tape, I will most likely question is danger to others.

Re: Not a problem.
 

And if they decline to answer?

Again, speaking ASA. From the 2003 ASA Umpire Clinic Guide:

JEWELRY (Rule 3, Section 6 F)

Exposed jewelry may not be worn by the players if deemed dangerous by the umpire. When a player refuses to remove the jewelry, after being requested to do so by the umpire, the player will not be allowed to play. If a player and the jewelry is removed, the player can re-enter under the re-entry. Jewelry that is out of sight (taped or under uniform or batting glove) does not have the be removed if not considered dangerous.

NOTE: Medical alert bracelets or necklaces are not considered jewelry, but if worn, they must be taped to the body so the medical information remains visible.

It seems that if a taped piece of jewelry was dangerous, that fact would be obvious without asking what is under the tape. Therefore, if you need to ask......

Mike,
When I work ASA fast pitch, (and I think you alluded to this) if the player is wearing it, it seems quite legal to me, also.
...And in those games, I don't even think about tape.
Take care.
mick

Re: Re: Not a problem.
 

Mike,
Obviousness isn't always the case.

Barrettes are illegal, so sometimes the players wear tape instead of the scrunchies or hair elastics that they forgot.
Rings are illegal, but tape or a bandaid can cover an owey.

And if they tell an untruth, I'm covered. ...Did my job.
mick

Re: Re: Re: Not a problem.
 

Mick,

Barrettes are not illegal. Rings are not illegal. What is an owey?

Re: Re: Re: Re: Not a problem.
 

Originally posted by IRISHMAFIA
[B]Mick,

Still speaking ASA.

Barrettes are not illegal. Rings are not illegal. What is an owey?



[Edited by IRISHMAFIA on Apr 28th, 2003 at 08:47 PM]

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Not a problem.
 

An Owey? That's like a booboo. ...An ouchy... in all leagues. :)

DANG, did I open up a can of worms! Preventive officiating is the deal here.I do not work softball, enjot the hell outa watching mine play! We took a 5-3 game to 7 last nite, ended up loosing, 6-4. Girls were *****ing bout the ump(he's my assignor, worked PONY BRONCO SERIES), I stepped in with the coaches and we had a discussion. All game long, I am " see ball, HIT ball" Hey, they did not wanna get the bat off thier shoulders. D was great, couldn't hit.....oh well... Thanks for comments.....