Since I personally know and work with this umpire I can tell you his training is top notch. He works college ball and has helped me become a better umpire.
As for tracking with the head (NOSE) that is the proper training for ASA.
If you watch the whole video you will see that his strike-zone is consistent.
Yes he is different in that he uses his indicator in his right hand but I know a few other old timers that do this.
From what I have heard I the coach has been dismissed but I do not have first hand knowledge of this.
I can tell you that most local umpires will walk off the field if this coach shows up.
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"I couldn't see well enough to play when I was a boy, so they gave me a special job - they made me an umpire." - President of the United States Harry S. Truman
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