Why I only do baseball, not adult softball

Originally Posted by soundedlikeastrike

The lower the level of players and coaches unfotunetly see the less experienced umpires, this is a viscious circle. Many an aspiring umpires get ruined at these lower levels. Seems IMO associations would recognize this and make assignments with this in mind, troubled league or area, send your best to help educate and tame.

Problem is, the best umps don't want these games! Period!!! It is usually pretty crappy baseball, and the complaining factor is SO high regardless of how good of a job you do!!!

I found that I can handle 18-30 year old's okay. 30-40 olds can kiss my butt! I won't umpire that age range! 40 and over is usually ok. They are usually too tired to play AND complain.