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MHSAA Baseball Clinic

MHSAA Baseball Clinic. Signals and Communications. The use of signals and the communications between umpires in extremely important in the flow of any game.

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MHSAA Baseball Clinic

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  1. MHSAABaseball Clinic

  2. Signals and Communications The use of signals and the communications between umpires in extremely important in the flow of any game. The use of signals is a method by which both umpires can communicate with each other to let one another know of a particular play situation that could happen.

  3. Signals and Communications • Movement By Umpires on Hit Ball • Rotating right hand to indicate movement by plate umpire on a hit ball. • Pointing to the ground at home plate to indicate that he is not leaving the home plate area.

  4. Signals and Communications • Infield Fly • Infield Fly Wipe-off • Movement By Umpires on Hit Ball • All of these signals from one umpire must be acknowledge by the other umpire. • Even though two veteran umpires may be working together, it is still important to use and acknowledge these signals.

  5. Pre-game Check List • Bunt coverage: • Bases empty • Runners on base • Plate umpire has running lane violation • Tag-ups/Touches: • Who has what?

  6. Pre-game Check List • Getting help: • Rule interpretation • Check swing: only when called a ball and asked for by plate umpire. Make an honest call. • Swipe tag at first, if asked by partner. • Pulled foot at first, if asked by partner. • Ball dropped on blind side, if asked. • Hit batsman, if asked. • Two umpires, opposite calls. • Dropped foul tip, U2 call immediately. • Batted ball off of batter in box, U2 call immediately.

  7. Pre-game Check List • Signals: • Infield fly (bill of cap) • Infield fly wipe-off (brush arm with hand) • Time play (point to wrist) • Lost count (finger roll or show counter) • Situation communications (U1 rotating or staying home; how many outs)

  8. Two-Person Mechanics Designations: • The Plate umpire is designated as U1. • The field umpire is designated as U2. U2 U1

  9. Field Positions Position A • On the 1st base foul line, with both feet in foul territory at approximately the edge of the outfield grass, and always at least a foot or two behind the 1st baseman. A

  10. Field Positions Position B • In the middle of the infield on the 1st base side. B

  11. Field Positions Position C • In the middle of the infield on the 3rd base side. C

  12. Field Positions All of these positions may be modified depending where the runners are during the various game situations. C B A

  13. Diagram 1 No one on base U2 U1 U2 in the standard A position.

  14. Diagram 2 U1 No one on base Ground ball hit to the left side (from the 2nd baseman to the 3rd base foul line). U2 U2 U3 U1 U1 has the fair/foul call all the way down the 3rd base line.

  15. Diagram 2 U1 No one on base Ground ball hit to the left side (from the 2nd baseman to the 3rd base foul line). U2 U2 U3 U1 U1 move up the 1st base line. Be prepared to assist U2, if asked, on a swipe tag or pulled foot.

  16. Diagram 2 U1 No one on base Ground ball hit to the left side (from the 2nd baseman to the 3rd base foul line). • • U2 U2 U3 U1 U2 make the two step move to 1st base or move into the infield to get the 90o angle on the throw, depending where the ball is hit.

  17. Diagram 2 U1 No one on base Ground ball hit to the left side (from the 2nd baseman to the 3rd base foul line). • • U2 U2 U3 U1 U2 be prepared to take the play into 2nd and 3rd, if necessary, on an error.

  18. Diagram 3 U1 U1 No one on base Ground ball hit to the right side (from the 2nd baseman to the 1st base foul line). U2 U2 U2 U3 U3 U1 U1 move up the 1st baseline; be prepared to judge possible running lane violation. Be prepared to assist U2, if asked, on a swipe tag.

  19. Diagram 3 U1 U1 No one on base Ground ball hit to the right side (from the 2nd baseman to the 1st base foul line). U2 U2 U2 U3 U3 U1 U2 move up the line in foul territory to get the best angle. This is especially important when the pitcher takes the throw at 1st. This will usually be the same coverage on bunts.

  20. Diagram 3 U1 U1 No one on base Ground ball hit to the right side (from the 2nd baseman to the 1st base foul line). U2 U2 U2 U3 U3 U1 U2 must be prepared to take the play into 2nd, and 3rd, if necessary, on an error.

  21. Diagram 4 U1 U1 No one on base Fly ball hit down the RF line, or possible trap play in short RF or right CF. U2 U2 U2 U3 U3 U1 U2go out down the line on ball down the line and rule on catch/no-catch, fair/foul. On the possible trap play, move out at an angle not in a direct line to the ball to get the best look, and rule on catch/no-catch. Do not come back in to make a call at any base, other than to possibly help on a run-down between bases.

  22. Diagram 4 U1 U1 No one on base Fly ball hit down the RF line, or possible trap play in short RF or right CF. U2 U2 U2 U3 U3 U1 U1 move out into the infield; watch BR touch 1st. On a no-catch, be prepared to take the BR back into 1st, or into 2nd, 3rd, or the plate, if necessary.

  23. Diagram 5 U1 U1 No one on base Fly ball hit to any- where outfield ex- cept down the RF line or possible trap in short RF or right CF. U2 U2 U2 U3 U3 U1 U1 move out into the infield, taking fly ball coverage and the fair/foul call down the 3rd base line.

  24. Diagram 5 U1 U1 No one on base Fly ball hit to any- where outfield ex- cept down the RF line or possible trap in short RF or right CF. U2 U2 U2 U3 U3 U1 U2 come into the infield, and make the pivot. Watch batter-runner touch 1st base. Be prepared to take batter-runner into 2nd and 3rd, if necessary. U1 will have plate coverage if necessary.

  25. Diagram 6 No one on base Routine ground ball or line drive hit to outfield with no chance of a catch. This includes obvious extra base hits into the gaps. U2 U1 U1 move out into the infield to observe all action.

  26. Diagram 6 No one on base Routine ground ball or line drive hit to outfield with no chance of a catch. This includes obvious extra base hits into the gaps. U2 U1 U2 come into the infield, and make the pivot. Watch batter-runner touch 1st base. Be prepared to take batter-runner into 2nd and 3rd, if necessary. U1 will have plate coverage if necessary.

  27. Diagram 7 Runner on 1st Basic Positions U2 • U1 U2 move to the middle of the infield in the B position. Position yourself approximate-ly 1/2 to 2/3 the way between the mound and 2nd base in a line between the plate and the left edge of the mound. Be prepared for the pick-off at 1st and the steal at 2nd.

  28. Diagram 7 Runner on 1st Ground ball in the infield. U2 • U1 U1 make all fair/foul calls down the lines. Move into the infield watching for the illegal slide into 2nd. Then move up the 3rd base line and be prepared to take R1 into 3rd base. Calls at 3rd base should be made standing in fair territory.

  29. Diagram 7 Runner on 1st Ground ball in the infield. U2 • U1 U2 tuck back towards the mound and take R1 into 2nd base; then turn toward 1st to watch for the back end of the double play attempt. Or if no play is made at 2nd, drift toward 1st to take the play on the BR.

  30. RF LF Diagram 8 U1 Runner on 1st Fly balls outside the “V” (from RF to the RF line or from LF to the LF Line). (Note: Key off of initial movement of RF or LF. If he moves toward the line, apply this coverage.) U2 • U1 U1 move down the appropriate line and take the fly ball coverage, indicating catch/no-catch, and fair/foul. On a no-catch, be prepared to take R1 into 3rd. Advise U2 that you have the ball.

  31. RF LF Diagram 8 U1 Runner on 1st Fly balls outside the “V” (from RF to the RF line or from LF to the LF Line). (Note: Key off of initial movement of RF or LF. If he moves toward the line, apply this coverage.) U2 • U1 U2 watch R1 tag 1st on the catch before advancing. Also, on the long fly ball that is caught, if R1 advances past 2nd base, make sure he re-tags 2nd before returning to 1st. On a no-catch, watch the BR touch 1st and that he does not pass R1. Watch R1 around 2nd, and take BR into 2nd.

  32. RF LF Diagram 9 U1 U1 U1 Runner on 1st Fly ball to the outfield in the “V” (from LF to RF). (Note: Key off of initial movement of LF or RF. If he moves straight in or toward CF, ap- ply this coverage.) U2 • U2 U2 U3 U1 U1 step out into the infield to observe all action. Be prepared to take R1 into 3rd if necessary.

  33. RF LF Diagram 9 U1 U1 U1 Runner on 1st Fly ball to the outfield in the “V” (from LF to RF). (Note: Key off of initial movement of LF or RF. If he moves straight in or toward CF, ap- ply this coverage.) U2 • U2 U2 U3 U1 U2 take the fly ball. Do not move out of the infield; on the long fly ball that is caught, if R1 advances past 2nd base, make sure he re-tags 2nd before returning to 1st.

  34. Diagram 10 U1 U1 Runner on 1st Any base hit to the outfield U2 • U2 U1 U1 move down 3rd base line. Be prepared to take R1 into 3rd if necessary.

  35. Diagram 10 U1 U1 Runner on 1st Any base hit to the outfield U2 • U2 U1 U2 watch R1 touch 2nd base. Be prepared for a throw-back on R1 at 2nd or the BR at 1st. If R1 goes to 3rd, be prepared to take BR into 2nd.

  36. Diagram 10 U1 U1 Runner on 1st Any base hit to the outfield U2 • U2 U1 If there is chance that R1 could score, U1 must quickly retreat home for a possible play at the plate on R1. Let your partner know you are going home. U2 take the BR around 2nd and into 3rd, if necessary.

  37. Diagram 11 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Basic positions U2 U2 U1 U2 move to the middle of the infield in the C position. Position yourself approximate- ly 1/2 to 2/3 the way between the mound and 2nd base in a line between the plate and the right edge of the mound. Be prepared for the pick-off at 2nd or the steal of 3rd.

  38. Diagram 11 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Basic positions (Optional) U2 U2 U2 U1 U2, with 2 outsanda 3-2 count on the batter, there is no reason why you couldn’t move to the B position to get a better angle on the BR on the ground ball and subsequent play at 1st. NOTE: This mechanic is not mandatory but offered as a suggestion.

  39. Diagram 11 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Ground ball in the infield. U2 U2 Change in Mechanic Previously U1 U1 step into the infield in front of the plate and observe all action. With less than 2 outs, be prepared to take R1 into 3rdafter the throw on the BR at 1st. With 2 outs watch the BR down the first base line. Be prepared to give U2 help (only if he asks for it) on a possible swipe tag on BR or 1B pulling his foot off the bag.

  40. Diagram 11 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Ground ball in the infield. U2 U2 Change in Mechanic New Mechanic U1 U1step into the infield in front of the plate and observe all action. watch the BR down the first base line. Be prepared to give U2 help (only if he asks for it) on a possible swipe tag on BR or 1B pulling his foot off the bag.

  41. Diagram 11 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Ground ball in the infield. U2 U2 Change in Mechanic New Mechanic U1 U2 move swiftly toward the mound. Watch the infielder field the ball, adjusting your position accordingly as to not interfere with a throw to 1st. With your back to the plate, observe a possible initial throw to 2nd, or to 3rd, or make the call on the BR at 1st as well as a possible throw-back to 2nd or 3rdon the 2nd play.

  42. RF LF Diagram 12 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Fly balls outside the “V” (from RF to the RF line or from LF to the LF Line). (Note: Key off of initial movement of RF or LF. If he moves toward the line, apply this coverage.) U2 U2 U1 U1 move down line and take the fly ball coverage; rule on fair or foul, catch or no-catch. Watch BR touch 1st. Advise U2 that you have the ball.

  43. RF LF Diagram 12 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Fly balls outside the “V” (from RF to the RF line or from LF to the LF Line). (Note: Key off of initial movement of RF or LF. If he moves toward the line, apply this coverage.) U2 U2 U1 U2 move back toward the mound to get the best possible angle between the ball and R1. Watch R1’s tag-up at 2nd, and take him into 3rd or on a throw-back to 2nd. On a no-catch take responsibilities on all 3 bases for R1 and BR.

  44. RF LF Diagram 13 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Fly ball to the outfield in the “V” (from LF to the RF) (Note: Key off of initial movement of LF or RF. If he moves straight in or toward CF, apply this coverage.) U2 U2 U1 U1 step into the infield in front of the plate and observe all action. Watch BR touch 1st.

  45. RF LF Diagram 13 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Fly ball to the outfield in the “V” (from LF to the RF) (Note: Key off of initial movement of LF or RF. If he moves straight in or toward CF, apply this coverage.) U2 U2 U1 U2 take the fly ball coverage, moving back toward the mound to get the best possible angle between the ball and R1. Watch R1’s tag-up at 2nd, and take him into 3rd or on a throw-back to 2nd. On a no-catch take responsibilities on all 3 bases for R1 and BR.

  46. Diagram 14 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Any base hit to the outfield. U2 U2 U1 U1 step into the infield in front of the plate and observe all action. Watch R1 touch 3rd. Be prepared for a play at the plate.

  47. Diagram 14 U1 U1 Runner on 2nd • Any base hit to the outfield. U2 U2 U1 U2 move up towards the mound, and watch BR touch 1st. Be prepared to take the BR into 2nd, or a throw-back at 1st. Also be prepared to take R1 into 3rd, or a throw- back at 2nd.

  48. Diagram 15 Runners on 1st and 2nd • Basic Positions U2 • U1 U2 start in the standard C position. Be prepared for the pick-off at 1st or 2nd and the steal of 2nd and/or 3rd.

  49. Diagram 15 Runners on 1st and 2nd • Ground ball in the Infield. U2 • U1 U1 take the fair/foul call down both lines; then move up the 1st base line and be prepared to judge possible interference on a running lane violation. Watch for the illegal slide at 2nd or 3rd on the front end of the double play. Watch R1 touch 3rd if he is not played on, and be prepared for a play at the plate.

  50. Diagram 15 Runners on 1st and 2nd • Ground ball in the Infield. U2 • U1 U2 move in toward the mound and be prepared to call the both ends of a double play attempt either at 3rd or 2nd or the play on the BR at 1st. On any error, be prepared for a play at any base.

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