I will move down from college to high school only, then from HS to JBO, etc..I will move down each time when as the plate ump, I can't get at least half way between the dirt of the mound and 2nd base when my partner goes out. I make the cutout pretty easily still at 43 year old with 25 years umping. I think I can do another 10 at least at the collegiate level, maybe 20 if I can keep myself in good shape.
If you can't at least make it up 1/3 the 1st base line on an infield grounder, or make it AT LEAST between the mound and 2nd base when your partner goes out, you SHOULD NOT do that level! You are a disservice to the game at that point. Be good to the game and make room for the younger guys to move up. The lower level games that you can keep up with need quality officiating too!
