association management

[GregR072]

I currently work in a small association in a college town. Thus a good majority of our umpires are students (18-22). Some are pretty raw. Some are outstanding. We have a few that have made it to the pros. I was doing legion tournaments when I was 19 and 20. There was definately some animosity towards me. But I earned those games. I know I was better than some of those who were mad that I was doing those games, simply because I hustled, I used proper mechanics, etc, etc.

Now I don't know the situation with this 20yo, so maybe he's pretty raw. And if that's the case you're right he shouldn't be on a game like that by himself. It's not good for anybody. I've seen several umpires in our association who were put into varsity games too fast because we are a small group really struggle and eventually give up. But if it's just a matter of age I don't think it should impact what games umpires are assigned too. (assuming all the umpires are 18+)

So just my opinion =)