Refining mechanics

[KJUmp]

Originally Posted by CecilOne

Fly ball over foul ground, headed for area between U1, in A, and fence.
It will not be past U1, but past 1st base.
Is the proper mechanic to
1 -take the call as a fly ball chase (as in down the line),
2 - move to fence for possible assist to PU,
3 - stay in place
4 - ???

I know #2 has been discouraged by NCAA, but please ignore that for now.
Please give responses specifying sanction and if different for 3 ump.

Not according to the NCAA Manual. Assuming there's no change by the SUP in the 2014 Manual......

2013 Crew of Two Supplement

NO RUNNERS ON BASE-Foul Fly to the Infield Area
U1:
>When the fly ball is on the first base side, move into foul territory to bracket the play with the plate umpire.
>Be alert not to interfere with any fielders attempting to make a play on the ball.
>Close down the distance to the play of the infielders are diving , the ball is up against the fence or near the dugout area.
>Make the call on the catch/no catch if the play is facing you. Otherwise the plate umpire will make the call.

Three Umpire Crew:

NO RUNNERS ON BASE
Reads same as above for both U1 and U3.

RUNNER ON FIRST
U1:
Again, same as above with two additional mechanics added to the coverage...
>Communicate with U3 to come make any call on R1.
>When return throw goes to first base, watch play and be prepared to give help if requested.