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Originally Posted by dilligaf
I had the misfortune of working with someone that I can best describe as Super Ump today.
1. He told me that he will not show up to the game any more than 20
minutes early and he will get dressed and then come out to the field. He does not get paid enough to be there 30 minutes early. This leaves his partner checking the entire field and equipment alone.
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His estimation of his worth is too high, his integrity too low, and his respect for others is nil. If you accept the job you accept the responsibilities and terms that come with it.
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Originally Posted by dilligaf
2. Super Ump does not reply when given the infield fly signal. He stated that if his partner shows it the partner does not need a reply.
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He wants a mind reader for a partner. I'd tell him I don't read trash.
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4. Super ump does not introduce himself or his partner at the plate meeting with the managers.
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Hey of you aren't as famous as he is, introduce yourself!
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7. The reason that I cal him Super Ump is that his claim to fame, and he really lets you know it, is that he has umpired for 11 years. I wonder how many people he has worked with in those years?
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What difference does experience make to someone who knows it all?
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As you can probably tell I did not enjoy my experience with Super Ump and hope that I never have to do so again.
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The positive way to look at this is that every experience is a learning experience. You learned (or had what you already knew reinforced) what not to do and how not to work with your partner as a team. It takes the joy out of a wonderful job to have to work with someone like this.