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Roll it to the mound where the pitcher can pick it up. However, do not tolerate constant questioning of locations. Don’t call “Time Out” every time a defensive player asks for it. Never call time out for you to get back into position. ” Don’t be talked or bullied into appealing a call if you’re sure you definitely saw the play and made the proper call. A Foul Ball is Never a Foul Tip and a Foul Tip is Never a Foul Ball. You demonstrate that you are a team, plus 2 people together will tend to ward off any disgruntled parent or coach with an ax to grind over a call. It’s always important to maintain a professional image when possible. Missed bases and leaving base too early are common appeal plays. One way to accomplish this is Never hold your mask by the straps or in your right hand. Always leave the field after the game with your other umpire. Umpire Tips—Tried & True As a base umpire sometimes the defensive player will flip the ball to you as teams change between innings. There’s no way you can call an accurate strike zone if your head is constantly moving, which moves the strike zone. Be professional and courteous, but do not become best buddies with the coaches or players. Why? A Foul ball is a dead ball, play stops, a foul tip is a live ball, play continues. Remember, proper angle to see a play is more important than how close you are. The batter must be in the box and the pitcher toeing the rubber before play can begin. As the Home Plate Umpire, it is your job to put the ball back into play. Always be prepared to umpire behind the plate even if you’ve been assigned the bases. Umpire Tips—Tried & True Always arrive on time, no later than 15 minutes before game time