Nitty-Gritty

[CecilOne]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

Because there is a reason you don't want them to pitch and it usually involves one or more of the three people in the path of the ball not being prepared for the delivery. Okay, two as if the umpire isn't ready, s/he shouldn't be behind the plate.

OK, if you mean literally "behind" the plate.
There are times when the ump has just handled a sub or return of an out of play ball or ... and the players are not paying attention.
It is easier to get the pitcher's attention with a raised hand than just being out of position.

I respect the advice to avoid it and agree saying play not needed except after an actual time out. There is an instruction in manuals and clinics about which hand to use, which lead me to believe it is legit. Of course, this forum is mostly advanced umpires, so better advice.

[CecilOne]

Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve

I cannot answer that, because I wouldn't even consider to call "play" when the ball is already live (remember, NOT time out).

Yeah, my usually too brief typing did not say "after a time out".

[Skahtboi]

Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve

I cannot answer that, because I wouldn't even consider to call "play" when the ball is already live (remember, NOT time out).

Ditto.

[CecilOne]

Originally Posted by Skahtboi

Ditto.

Yeah, my usually too brief typing did not say "after a time out".

[CecilOne]

Nitty-Gritty #2
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Does NCAA interference with a fielder on a batted ball require contact?

Either way, which other rules do?