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I used to call with an umpire who took great offense at the coaches cussing at the kids or embarassing them or ripping them apart in front of the crowd. More than once, I've seen him call time and go have a chat with a bullying coach. He usually quietens the guy/gal and the game goes on. More than once, I've heard dirctors and parents thank him for doing so. He explains it this way: Those are kinda my kids out there on the field and no adult is going to ruin the fun for my kids. He was a very popular umpire, and one of the best I ever got to call with.
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Rick
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