Foul Mechanic
The "Foul" Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when a batted ball 1. Hits the batter in the batter's box 2. Is not caught by the catcher In this…
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Check Swing, Ask for Help – Strike Mechanic
The "Check Swing, Ask for Help" Mechanic is used when a batter checks their swing and the catcher requests that the umpire asks their partner for assistance with the call.…
Check Swing, Ask for Help Mechanic
The "Check Swing - Ask for Help" mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when a batter checks their swing and either the catcher requests that the umpire asks the…
Check Swing, Batter Offers Mechanic
The "Check Swing - Batter Offers" Mechanic is used when a batter starts their swing and then attempts to stop it but is unsuccessful. It is also used when the…
Foul-Tip Mechanic
The Foul Tip Mechanic is used to let players, coaches, and fans know that the result of the pitch is neither a foul ball nor a swinging strike. You can…
Called Ball Mechanic
The "Ball" Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when calling balls and strikes. In this video, we will break down the "Ball" Mechanic. It is important to remember that…
Set – Safe Mechanic
The "Set - Safe" Mechanic uses the "Hands-On-Knees Set" Position and the "Safe" Mechanic. If you have not watched the "Hands-On-Knees Set" Position and the "Safe" Mechanic videos, you may…
Set – Out Mechanic
The "Set - Out" Mechanic uses the "Hands-On-Knees Set" Position and the "Out" Mechanic. If you have not watched the "Hands-On-Knees Set" Position and the "Out" Mechanic videos, you may…