Jerry: Nope...this will be my 16th season at different levels, but in all honestly, this is only the 6th season that I've gotten serious about it (I'm 31 years old).
Patrick: Actually, I think most people find the easiest place to call balls and strikes is from the bleachers.
Jim: While I definitely respect your opinion, I still stand by mine.
Buckeye: Thanks for the support. I would like to add that the FED umpire's manual states the same as well.