On the subject of Official Scorekeepers, it brings up one of my pet peeves. In my area umpires spend an inordinate amount of time running back and forth...
I always have the managers come out together when they have changes... When only one comes out I call the other to me... We all go back to the screen and the...
... All good stuff, very good. But I just have to wonder why it is that managers/coaches find it such an impossible concept to have their changes ready at the...
I didn't say it worked ALL the time... I have given "THE LOOK" too. And I keep on trying. Most of them have been around long enough to know where my "line"...
Having managed quite a few teams, I understand what's going on in the dugout. First, you've got 60 seconds. Not a lot of time. You'd like to say something to...
You can always do what I do and "announce the substitutions". I say it loud enough that both benches and official scorekeeper can here me: No excuses (then...
Martin, First, my son Jonathan, a roomie with you at Jr Umpire school a couple of years ago, says "hey". He being 6'3", and didn't enjoy those bunks either. ...
I have found that the process of tersely repeating the changes back to the Manager to confirm what he said to be important. Sometimes they get dislexic or you...
Well, I was going to pass on this thread.... but no. Having the managers announce the sub to all and sundry is, IMO, missing a part of the umpire's...
Kyle; Couldn't agree with you more about 60 seconds not being enough time, many times. I used to manage/coach myself and understand full well what you're...
For post season game, when we're not running CBO, I just have whoever is making the changes come over to the fence with me. If the other dugout wants the...
Many different techniques, styles, preferences, etc. have been discussed and such discussions are very good for all involved. Especially if you keep an open...
Make no mistake, the changes are coming through me, and I record them all. I just request the managers to do it in a voice just loud enough for the scorekeeper...
... Thanks for the explanation, Kyle. Didn't read that clearly in your earlier msgs and, this is exactly how I do things as well. It is a convenience for the...
... The usual snack bar fare. But we have an open flame grill, and everything is prepared fresh. The onion rings are really good, and the grilled hotdogs with...
Just a wild guess here Andy but, is this a slow time of the year for you? :-) ... whoever ... that's ... deal ... in ... illegally. ... chief…. ... team's...
... I guess the answer would depend upon what subject matter you are thinking about. ;-) Slow umpiring time? For on-the-field stuff... yes. Off the field ...
Well Andy with all that time in the room...I reckon you do have time to write. (Better than watching most of what's on TV) I appreciate the time you take to...
Thisa looks very interesting and since Jim Evans is involved - may be worth getting. http://www.umpire.org/store/product_info.php?cPath=1_23&products_id=101 ...
Just heard from one of my district staff umpires - that he has received a Big League Regional assignment, which will take place in Washington (Bremerton?)....
Any idea who will be the UIC for this tournament? Anyone else work the BL tourney in the last few years? Is this four-umpire crews or six? I am looking to...
WOW, you guys out there make your picks fast!!! Congrats to Jim! And I'm with you Will hoping for something but have yet to hear anything... Jason WI D4 ... ...
When did he find out? It was just this week that they called me to ask for my volunteer app again since they had misplaced it. I'll have to wait another year...
Mark Teagle was there just last year. I know, I watched. LOL He should be able to give you the info you need. Like I did for you when you went to Regional,...
Hi Jeff, That is one of the tournaments that is currently being bid for by prospective host. I know that one district here in So Cal has put in a bid as well...
Kate Hart (Ca District 57) has been selected to work the BL Softball Regional in Palmdale this year. Congrats Kate! Jeff Frese Ca District 8 Stockton, Ca...
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