đ§ The Playbook
This section serves as your static reference guide for the team's official sign system. It outlines the core principles of how signs are transmitted from coach to player. Review these rules to understand the logic that powers the interactive simulator on the right.
1. The Indicator
The sign is NOT live until the coach touches their Chin.
2. The Action
The very first touch immediately following the Chin is the live instruction.
3. The Wipe-Off
If the coach Swipes Across Chest at ANY TIME (even after a live sign), the sequence is canceled. The play becomes "nothing".
4. Decoys
Touches before the Chin, or after the action sign, mean nothing. They confuse the opponent.
â Action Dictionary
A quick lookup table for all active signs. Remember, standard actions require the Chin indicator first, while standalone signs can be executed at any time without an indicator.
| Body Part Touched | The Play | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder | Steal | Requires Indicator |
| Hand | Hit and Run | Requires Indicator |
| Middle of Chest | Bunt for a Hit | Requires Indicator |
| Belt | Sacrifice Bunt | Requires Indicator |
| Arm out (Palm down) | TAKE | Standalone |
| Fists pounding | SWING AWAY | Standalone |
đšī¸ Interactive Sign Simulator
This interactive dashboard allows you to act as the coach. Click the buttons below to build a sign sequence in real-time. The system will automatically decode your touches based on the rules, demonstrating how indicators, decoys, and wipe-offs interact to produce the final call for the player.
Current Call on Field
Coach's Touches
Sequence Log
đ Touch Efficiency Analytics
This visualization tracks your generated sequences in real-time. It categorizes every touch you make in the simulator to illustrate the 'noise to signal' ratio inherent in a robust sign system. A high percentage of decoys indicates a well-disguised system.
đ Practice Scenarios
Test your understanding of the rules by analyzing the specific sequences detailed in the team report. Read the sequence of touches, decide what the final call should be in your head, and then click to reveal the correct answer and the logical breakdown.
Sequence 1
Chin â Shoulder â Swipe Across Chest â Chin â Shoulder
Sequence 2
Hand â Elbow â Shoulder â Chin â Shoulder â Elbow â Hand
Sequence 3 (Test)
Belt â Chin â Middle of Chest â Hand â Shoulder
Sequence 4 (Test)
Chin â Hand â Belt â Swipe Across Chest