proper position

[arkblue]

Had a call tonight that is weighing on my mind. The problem is I don't know how prevent the situation so I will rely on the experts here.

ASA fastpitch league, and my partner and I are working two-man mechanics. One out, Runners on 1st and 2nd and I am behind the shortstop to her right or cheating a little to third base in case of a steal attempt.

Ball is hit to the second baseman. She field it cleanly and sticks her glove out towards the runner on first going to second. Her glove is stuck out about 2 steps before the runner gets to her. So the runner has not passed her yet. After the runner passes she throws to second.

I stay outside the infield because the ball is not in the outfield. While I don't see the glove or her arms move due to the tag, her glove is out there in plenty of time as the runner tries to do some dodging as she runs toward second. She dodges toward the inside of the base path so I am sort of shielded from the tag. I call the runner out due to a tag and then call the out at first (which is obvious) for a double play.

Coach at first doesn't complain but says that the fielder missed the tag easily (like I am surprised he said that). I go to my partner but he really doesn't have the angle either and he mirrors my call.

Is this just a situation that is a weakness of 2 man mechanics? I explained to the coach that I was in a no win situation. Did I actually see the tag? Not really. But I also didn't see her miss the tag either. I know you can't guess an out but can you guess a safe?

Is my positioning wrong here? Do I need to come into the diamond? If I do and the throw back to third I am in trouble.

Any suggestions?

Thanks