If the pitcher’s got the ball in the circle and isn’t making a play—as a runner you must commit.
Go forward. Go back. No fakes. No flinches.
Hesitate = out. No tag. No appeal. Just smart ball.

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🧢 Defensive Cue: “Circle Commit!”

• Fielders call it loud when the pitcher’s got control.
• Pitchers hold the ball, stay calm—no chasing.
• We don’t need a tag. We need a brain.

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Circle means commit. If she’s got it, you go or you’re gone.
WBSC Rule 8 backs it.

DFM plays it sharp.

Defensive team do this!

🧢 What You Can Do Instead

• Call “Circle Commit!” loud and clear—this helps the umpire notice the situation.
• Make it obvious that your pitcher has control and isn’t making a play—walk calmly, hold the ball, no fakes.
• Don’t chase—let the runner hang themselves. The umpire is more likely to call it when your team shows they understand the rule.