2012 ASA Umpire Manual Correction

[NCASAUmp]

Originally Posted by CecilOne

Why do the 3 ump mechanics disdain the holding zone, or is it just the holding zone wording?

If the 1BU is counter-rotated and neither umpire goes out, there is absolutely no need for the PU to move up the line to the holding zone.

In fact, moving up the line like that could be misinterpreted by the players and coaches. They could misinterpret it as the PU having the call instead of the 3BU, thus lessening the 3BU's credibility on a tight play at 3rd.

There are times when it's advantageous for two umpires to move towards the same play (e.g., the PU trailing the BR with no runners on or a lone runner on 1st). This, however, would not be such a time.