Is this too much to discuss?

[David B]

There are two possibilities for David B's organization.

1. He is extremely fortunate to be in a quality organization. He has found a rare good one. Don't ever leave. OR

2. He is one of those umpires that Dave Hensley mentioned above. The ones that swear on their mother's souls that they call by the book when something else entirely is the truth.

I have been very fortunate. When I was in Dallas/Ft.Worth we had men who were not afraid to bite the bullet and stand up for good consistent umpiring. When I moved to MS, we have the same.

If you've been in five associations that were that bad, then it's a shame. Twenty years ago our assoc. had men who adhered to a strict set of rules and standards, and I can proudly say that in 2000/20001 I have the honor of carrying the torch.


Yes, I am very lucky. There are other assoc. in our state that meet one time a year, get assignments and go. We meet weekly, have field clinics for young and old umpires, and meeting attendance is monitored for game assignments.

Thanks
David