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Originally Posted by NCASAUmp
To me, the "holding zone" is the area where you should be to let the play develop. It should be out of the way of the players, but close enough that you can easily get into position for the next call.
However, since ASA has frequently emphasized specific locations as being "the holding zones" at the National Umpire Schools and in the DVDs, I can see where some could misinterpret the holding zone statement to mean that they should come up the 3rd base line.
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I agree. This seems to be an issue with some who believe the DVD is the bible and the end of discussion. I believe the DVD is a good base upon which you start and build. School instructors should be more flexible in training and evaluation. When I say that, I'm not talking about drastic variations, but a slight adjustments that are necessary to see the play to get the call right.
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Mon Jan 30, 2012, 07:34am
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