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A difficult situation. I think you are on solid ground since the BU asked for your judgment, and you state that you felt he was safe, regardless of your other motivations.
I have this same issue where I ump. The BUs are often young kids who cannot pay attention to the game long enough to make good calls, but apparently the league is too short of volunteers to get anyone better. Sadly, I usually consider myself to be working alone at the plate and do not expect any help or support from them. If I get it, its a bonus, but I wont place my rep (such as it is) or game management in their hands at any time.
If this guy is the exception and not the rule (lucky you!), and you can afford to do without him, you might take the matter to your UIC and ask that this guy be warned/put on probation/whatever so that he can be removed upon another occurance. Animosity with coaches can be dealt with, but general indifference during a game is inexcusable.
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