Division: Baseball

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 […]

Swinging Strike Mechanic

The “Swinging Strike” Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when calling balls and strikes, specifically on a strike in which the batter swings and doesn’t make contact with the […]

Safe – Ball’s on the Ground Mechanic

The “Safe – Ball’s on the Ground” Mechanic is an extension of the “Safe” Mechanic and is used when it is not obvious to players, coaches, and fans that the […]

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 […]

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 […]

Foul-Left Mechanic

The “Foul – Left” Mechanic is an extension of the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position. If you have not watched the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position video, you may want to do so prior […]

Called Strike Mechanic

The “Called Strike” Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when calling balls and strikes, specifically on a strike in which the batter doesn’t swing. In this video, we will […]

Uncaught Third Strike (obvious) – Mechanic

The “Uncaught Third Strike” Mechanic is used when the batter becomes a runner due to the third strike not being caught with two outs or first base unoccupied. If you […]

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, 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 […]