Baseball: Balls & Strikes & Basework – 2 Book Set
THE FOUNDATIONS OF UMPIRING
Baseball Balls & Strikes: Every Pitch Counts
A baseball is pitched toward you more than 100 times every game you work as umpire. There are no do-overs. It’s your job to call every single one correctly. While it’s true that no one is perfect, it is a fact that we can all get better and strive for perfection.
Baseball Balls & Strikes is an examination of everything involved with making correct, consistent calls at the plate. Incredibly useful breakdowns and analysis of this core umpire skill set will take your understanding to the next level. This book should be in every umpire’s library.
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Basework: Every Play Counts
Every game you work is made up of plays where your training, instinct and judgement are tested. It’s your job to call every single one correctly. While it’s true that no one is perfect, it is a fact that we can all get better and strive for perfection.
Baseball Basework is an in-depth look at working the bases, covering positions, taking plays, rotations and more. Learn from experts at the high school, college and pro levels on their techniques and why some accepted practices are wrong. There has never been a more detailed examination of your role and responsibilities when working the bases.
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