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3-Man Mechanics

3-Man Mechanics. FPOA. Introduction. The three man umpiring system provides better coverage for fly balls, double plays and other situations that make the two-man system difficult.

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3-Man Mechanics

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  1. 3-Man Mechanics FPOA

  2. Introduction • The three man umpiring system provides better coverage for fly balls, double plays and other situations that make the two-man system difficult. • Working the three man system can be difficult to do if an umpire does not understand the basic concepts of the system. Concepts • Starting Positions • Rotation • Fly Ball Coverage • Tag Up Coverage

  3. Starting Positions • Standard position • Rotated position • Counter-rotated position

  4. Standard Starting Position • Use when there are no runners on base P: behind the plate. 1U & 3U: 18-20 feet down and close to the line

  5. Standard Starting Position • Use when runner is on third base only • 3U: in a set position 8-10 feet down the line • Throw backs to third base

  6. Rotated Starting Position • Use when there is a runner on first base only • P: behind the plate. • 1U: in a set position 8-10 feet down and on the line, completely • in foul territory, facing the plate. • 3U: facing the plate in a set position 10-12 feet beyond second • base • Check Swings • Steals

  7. Counter-rotated Starting Position • Use when there are multiple runners on base or runner on second base only. PU: behind the plate 1U: in a set position somewhere in the 30 feet between 15 feet from first base and 15 feet from second base, usually behind the second baseman, and optimally, no more than 15 feet from the baseline and facing the plate. 3U: facing the plate in a set position 8-12 feet from third base

  8. Rotation • The primary purpose of rotation is to have each base covered to make a call. While the players run bases in an counter-clockwise direction, umpire rotation is clockwise. This enables the umpire to arrive at the base ahead of the runner, with a clear view of the play. • Note: No rotation from the Counter-rotated Starting Position • Full Rotation • Partial Rotation

  9. Full Rotation • Use when in the Standard Starting Position with no one on P: move out to in front of the pitching circle and as the runner approaches second base, move to a primary position 8-10 feet from third base. 1U: pivot inside the diamond 10 feet beyond the baseline and about 10 feet away from the foul line. 3U: move straight into the diamond to a primary position 8-10 feet from second base. When 1U rotates to the plate, 3U is responsible for all plays at first or second.

  10. Full Rotation • Use when in the Standard Starting Position with a runner on third only P: see R3 touch home, then move out to in front of the pitching circle and as the BR approaches second base, move to a primary position 8-10 feet from third base

  11. Partial Rotation - Only the P and 1U Rotate • Use when in the Standard Starting Position with a runner on first only 3U: pivot inside the diamond to a primary position 8-10 feet from second base and see R1 touch second

  12. Fly Ball Coverage • Chase when: • Ball is close to the fence • More than one fielder is going for the ball • Trouble balls: Bloopers, Short hop, back pedaling, diving • Chase parallel to the flight (path) of the ball UNLESS you will need to judge fair/foul

  13. Fly Ball Coverage • Standard Starting Position

  14. Fly Ball Coverage • Rotated Starting Position

  15. Fly Ball Coverage • Counter-rotated Starting Position

  16. Tag Up Responsibilities When One Umpire Chases • Runner on first base only A. B.

  17. . Tag Up Responsibilities When One Umpire Chases • Runner on second base only A. B.

  18. Tag Up Responsibilities When One Umpire Chases • Runner on third base only A. B.

  19. Tag Up Responsibilities When One Umpire Chases • Runners on first and second A. B.

  20. Tag Up Responsibilities When One Umpire Chases • Runners on first and third A. B.

  21. Tag Up Responsibilities When One Umpire Chases • Runners on second and third A. B.

  22. Tag Up Responsibilities When One Umpire Chases • Bases loaded A. B.

  23. Tag Up Responsibilities When NO Umpire Chases

  24. Umpire Responsibilities for Runners Leaving before the Pitch is Released D. A. B. C. E. F. G.

  25. Points for Umpires • Obstruction/Interference • If runner is between two umpires, the umpire ahead of the play should make the call. • Observe all areas • Conclusion of Play • All umpires hold position until ALL runners have returned to bases and the pitcher has ball in the circle. • When discussing a call • All umpires meet • Pregame and postgame with partners

  26. Questions

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