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Originally Posted by nickrego
Now I agree !
If I were to go back to doing younger kids (and I probably will when know one else will have me), I would definitely work a knee, fold my arms into my waist, and lean way over to protect them.
The levels I think you get hurt the most with are Freshman HS, and 12 YRO on the 60' Diamond. Freshman catchers can't catch, and Freshman pitchers have no control. 12 YRO are way too powerful for a 60' diamond, and the catchers just can't react fast enough, no matter how hard they try.
And Steve, please don't take the [and I probably will when know one else will have me] as a negative comment to wards lower level umpires. I cut my teeth in LL, and I can attest to the fact that it isn't easy. Also, quality umpires are needed at that level, just as much as any other level.
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I am working the lower level by choice (maybe not a wise one), so I deserve all the pain I get I suppose. I did mostly HS Varsity, Legion, adult ball, etc. for many years, and hadn't really done much small ball in 18 years or so. I finally upgraded all my gear. I love my new Douglas leg guards, V-Sport protector, and my latest toy, the McDavid Hex-pad tights! Like the picture I posted in the Knee Brace thread, I really could use that chest protector with the catchers I've been subjected to lately.
