Patrick, what's that old saying-----
something like "possession is 90% of the law".
Let's face it, if they owe you money, fine you, and decide to keep their imposed fine, where are you going to go to get your money? What efforts will be worth your while? That likely applies whether you agree to their contract or not. As long as they got your money, they got control---right???? At least as far as the minimal earnings we umpires can accumulate.
However, they are likely legit if they have managed to gain control as sole source of the local Fed contracts for games. Check around with other umps or assignors locally. Find out what your state organization is. Perhaps the only reason they have all the Fed games is because they are the only ones pursuing them. Maybe many in their organization need an alternative.
Just my opinion,
Steve
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