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Old Fri Aug 25, 2006, 12:02pm
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Originally Posted by Dakota
Because in most of the plebeian tournaments we humble umpires work, we are required to turn in a score card signed by the umpires!
I know what you mean, Tom, even with the wink; but excuse me for a serious reply.
I and many believe, knowing the score and other game situations can affect the perception, and sub-consciously judgement. I pay no attention to the score, often not to the inning; just to avoid any implication that my calls are affected by "getting it over with", letting a call slide or other negatives.
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