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Originally Posted by NCASAUmp
Didn't someone say they purchased a bunch of Elbeco shirts, only to find out shortly afterward that ASA was switching to the pullover? 
Look, $45-47 per pair of pants is a bit on the expensive side. |
I couldn't disagree more with this comment. Considering the wear you get out of them, the cost in easily justifiable. Also, unlike the Elbeco shirt, these items are not just for softball or officiating in general. I wear a pair of Fechheimers (from ASA) 3-4 days a week and none are less than three years old and they look fine.
And remember, we are not talking about someone working rec ball for the extra income. We are talking about an umpire apparently committed enough to the game to work for and earn their way to a national tournament.