Tennessee vs Auburn crash

[EsqUmp]

Originally Posted by Umpteenth

He-he, I have to admit that crossed my mind, too!

Certainly better than a mere point that leads to confusion. If it were done at least along those lines we wouldn't be having this conversation.

[azbigdawg]

Originally Posted by EsqUmp

Certainly better than a mere point that leads to confusion. If it were done at least along those lines we wouldn't be having this conversation.

I sincerely doubt there was much confusion as to whether she was ejected or not. The collision speaks for itself.

[EsqUmp]

Originally Posted by azbigdawg

I sincerely doubt there was much confusion as to whether she was ejected or not. The collision speaks for itself.

A collision does not speak for itself. An ejection mechanic is required whether you like it or not. That's like saying that if a runner is out by 10 feet, we don't signal out because the ball in the glove well before the runner arrived spoke for itself. Ejections are not as common and it was not that clear cut here.

[azbigdawg]

Originally Posted by EsqUmp

A collision does not speak for itself. An ejection mechanic is required whether you like it or not. That's like saying that if a runner is out by 10 feet, we don't signal out because the ball in the glove well before the runner arrived spoke for itself. Ejections are not as common and it was not that clear cut here.

I would totally disagree. Hell, I showed it to non softball peopele and they knew what the heck happened.

no need to be overly demonstrative there....

[EsqUmp]

Originally Posted by azbigdawg

no need to be overly demonstrative there....

Where did I say he should have been "overly demonstrative?" That's contrary to what I said. Nice of you to misrepresent what I said though.

[IRISHMAFIA]

[NSABill]

EsQUmp,

I figured I may be banned for this and it is unprofessional but you are unbearable and are a punk.
Go back under your rock.
If I ever find out who you are, you will never work for me.

Good Day

Bill

[x-tremeump]

Originally Posted by azbigdawg

I would totally disagree. Hell, I showed it to non softball people and they knew what the heck happened.

no need to be overly demonstrative there....

Why don't you tell us what happened ? This is a perfect case of interpretation. It does not show anything but the runner crashing into the catcher. Have another drink and make something else up. SP "CLONE"

[azbigdawg]

Originally Posted by xtreamump

Why don't you tell us what happened ? This is a perfect case of interpretation. It does not show anything but the runner crashing into the catcher. Have another drink and make something else up. SP "CLONE"

I'm not sure what your issue is, and why you think you have to demean others. If you dont like someones point of view, why not counter it in a professional manner without all the antics?

[x-tremeump]

"and are little more than a troll with your follow-ups".

I will be professional just like you. (MOVE ON)

[Dakota]

Originally Posted by EsqUmp

Certainly better than a mere point that leads to confusion. If it were done at least along those lines we wouldn't be having this conversation.

Who was confused? The player or her coach? No. The THs? Yes, but if the purpose of the umpire's signals is to prevent TH confusion, that's a pretty tall order (and impossible to fulfill)!

Who are the signals actually for? Players? Coaches? Fans? THs / commentators?

If the players & coaches were not confused, does anyone else matter (wrt umpire signals)?