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Originally Posted by ozzy6900
How is your association about umpires sporting beards?
- Does your association allow them?
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Association as no say over this.
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- Does your association request that they be a certain length?
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Look at #1.
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- Does your association limit your assignments because you have a beard?
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That is a different issue. I am sure the people that assign want you to look neat and that can be a factor. But there is no rule that I am aware of that says yes or no a to such a thing other than looking professional. And there are so few umpires available I doubt that this is a deal breaker unless there are two equal guys and the one that looks the most professional is also available.
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Originally Posted by ozzy6900
Obviously, beards have nothing to do with an umpire's knowledge or his calls. Although if the beard is similar to that of Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top), I suppose it could get into the way of your strike or out signal!  |
You are right, but perception is reality to some.
Peace