[Tim C]

Blackballing, scratching, zero listing comes up often in discussions.

Many associations (boards, groups etc.) have specific rules about how this process is used.

First, it is important that schools, conferences and teams have this right.

Second, I don't wanna go no where's I am not wanted.

Third, there must be a system.

I would much rather have a system of scratching umpires than allowing coaches the power of naming people they want . . . if there is a system it makes the coaches think before using this power.

I believe what Carl says is true on umpire/coach arguments. Arguments start by Umpire Error. This umpire error can grow into a conflict that is not good for umpires, players, coaches and fans.

In my area any coach can blackball any two umpires (however, when you scratch an umpire there is a very high chance you will se that umpire when on the road). The umpires are seldom (if ever) told of the blacklisting.

So tell ole Jeb (after all he is now a Millionaire) take the REST of his assignments and be happy.

There are more places to work.