[Mark T. DeNucci, Sr.]

Originally Posted by GarthB

No. Didn't take the opportunity. I started in 72 and had a couple of great mentors. I attend a very early pro clinic and began working college, as I like to say, before you had to be good, in the late 70's. I've also had the opportunity to do some minor league fill -n work, but nothing steady or of great significance.

I've attended several college pro clinics including the ABUA camp and a Gerry Davis camp.

But the highlight of that part of my career was attending an Evans Desert Classic back when it was a 7 and half day affair. What a fantastic experience.

My son started umpiring at 14 and by 20 worked the high schoool state tournament.

He attended Evans this year, graduated as an honor grad, went to PBUC and now he's getting ready to work in Arizona. Needless to say, I'm a very proud Dad. We're going to work a 19U select tournament together before he leaves.

Garth:

Congratulations Dad. I bet that you are just pleased as punch as well as you should be. Do not ever stop letting him know who is Number One Mentor is though. I hope he makes it all the way.

MTD, Sr.