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My "vol" games have landed me quite a few paid games ....
I'm fortunate enough to be in an organization that has some well placed, much respected and knowledgable umpires.
My "vol" experience locally has put me in touch with guys who also to college, CWB and Independent Leauge (AL) ball. These umpires come out and also evalutate us.
I've gotten some great knowledge from working and being evalutated by them. Also each year I pick up quite a few well paid games through my "vol" connections.
My other "vol" experience was CDP. Here I've meet umpires from many vast experiences. A LL guy going to the LLWS, guys in the CBUA and guys who have been or are pro. I think I learned more about game management in a week than I could in three seasons.
Do I shiver when I'm see the guy in jeans and shins outside, hat backwards etc? Sure but I've also met some of the best umpires I can now call my friend through volunteer umpiring.
A happy mix of volunteer and paid works well for me.
Bob
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