The Pivot Mechanic - The Pregame: An Umpire Classroom Podcast

[@ianspatz8234]

I used to pivot as I was taught. However, I and others have abandoned it because the pivot requires movement that places stress on the knee and can contribute to injuries. Your point about getting in a good position, parallel to the baseline, is excellent but an umpire can achieve this without assuming the risk of the pivot.

[@Josh-ob1kp]

Do you have tips for doing the pivot mechanic on the 60ft diamond. I find it to be much harder than when I do it on the 90ft diamond. I find it toughest when it’s a ground ball that’s unclear if it’s going get out of the infield. The reduced basepath often has the BR to reach the bag before I can break in. Any tips?

[@JayGeeJay]

I’m new. Do you have a link to the pivot mechanic?

[@MH-Tesla]

Just suggest you use a better thumbnail. Your views will be low because the thumbnail isn't helpful. Lmo

[@a_doggo]

great way to get injured; im not a ballerina - i did it perfectly when i was younger but I'm not about to risk my knees/ankles, I'm fine with my assignments anyway

[@rayray4192]

The pivot was invented to evaluate umpires. It’s not actually necessary.