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i didnt see that play, nor did i see the one that im going to tell you about but from what i have seen they have done a decent job.
I would have to respectfully disagree, but I will also acknowledge that one's perception will be based on which games he watched.
From the one's I've seen, strike zones have been more inconistent, there have been more errors in mechanics and judgement and there have been more mistakes in rules interpretation than in any LLWS in the past five years.
Suprisingly to some, I don't fault the umpires. This, in my opinion, is the culmination of years of a terrible selection process that rewards volunteerism more, or as much as proficiency. It is unfair to some of these umpires to put them in this spotlight. They are not equipped to handle it and it not only magnifies their errors, but also increases the likihood that they will make more.
This is not a rant against volunteerism. I have no problem with umpires who wish to volunteer their time and talent. I do have a problem with assigning top level and pressure games on any basis other than proven skill.
[Edited by GarthB on Aug 20th, 2003 at 11:23 AM]
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