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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 07:25pm
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Mike,
A rare disagreement here  ,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
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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 07:32pm
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Not a problem.
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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
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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 08:07pm
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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.
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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 08:15pm
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Re: Not a problem.
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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......
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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 08:18pm
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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
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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 08:27pm
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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
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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 08:44pm
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Re: Re: Re: Not a problem.
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Barrettes are not illegal. Rings are not illegal. What is an owey?
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Mon Apr 28, 2003, 08:44pm
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Re: Re: Re: Re: Not a problem.
Originally posted by IRISHMAFIA
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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]
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Tue Apr 29, 2003, 02:28pm
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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.....
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