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Perhaps I should not be amazed, but it is ironic to me, that so many umpires would object to the rules of the state association regarding attire, when one of our major obligations while performing our function is to make sure the game rules handed down to us by this same association are followed. None of us would allow the head coach to occupy the 3B box in bermuda shorts and flip flops, so why should we be too concerned about wearing a hat that's not needed, or being required to wear a jacket when it is cool enough to wear long sleeves which is not allowed by state rules? Quit working games in Alabama if you don't like it. This is America, you have a choice.
I would like to wear Powder Blue or Cream when it gets over 85 degrees, but the state association allows only the dark blue. Oh well, I will wear my Powder Blue or Cream for some other games not regulated by state association.
[Edited by DG on Oct 5th, 2004 at 10:01 PM]
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