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Old Sun Feb 10, 2008, 10:19am
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Originally Posted by soundedlikeastrike
Point well taken, but still doesn't answer the ?

Let's pretend, which you seem to be quite capable of, I am uncannily honest and objective in my enquiry.

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Would a referee, actually admit, in person, on the court, "oh yeah we're calling it different now"? Of course not. But here on a proffesional board that lends some great insights into the behind the scenes preachings/teachings? Come on.

So, is there inside guidance too let em go at the end?
I'll play.
As an ump, you know the value of consistency. But, have you ever opened-up your zone (per personal judgment) for the "good" of the game? Ever make an FYC?
We officials make decisions for some reason and we decide to live with the results. You know it happens, you know the reasons are personal and you know there is no conspiracy.
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