[scottk_61]

Mike,
I know you have good intentions but many of the ASA people are doing exactly what is descibed in the column.
It isn't right but it happens all the time.
Lets face it, ASA isn't the only organization that does this, but ASA is loosing ground in many areas and is cutting off its own nose to spite its face.
I know umpires who missed out on the ISA Worlds because they worked an ASA or NSA event.
Same goes for umpires who are supposed to get an ASA National when they work for one of the other alphabets.
Caa Caa happens, unfortunately too many commissioners and UIC's only want to protect their territory instead of using common sense.
Sure, some get challenged with the FICA and Comp issues, but the umpire is still cut and working for opposing organizations.
Only now that ASA,NSA,ISA,AFA,USSSA,etc or whom ever is out more qualified umpires.
In theory we all know it is bad, in reality.......common as dirt.

[Edited by scottk_61 on Feb 27th, 2005 at 06:52 PM]