Let their mistakes work for you

[UmpTTS43]

There has been a lot of discussions going on about how bad the LL and MLB guys are. With TV the way it is today, we are going to see a lot more calls that are questionable. So instead of b*tchin and moanin, use those mistakes to make yourself better. Ask yourself "Why did he miss that call," or "what would I do in that same situation?" I'm sure after reviewing mistakes that are made, they try to figure out what went wrong. Put your jealosy and envy aside. And believe me, when it comes down to it, you're not as good as you think you are. I include myself in that assesment as well. I would love to tape one of you "they suck" guys and show you your many flaws. It's easy being the best and all knowing umpire when it comes to the internet.

[Tim C]

And the purpose of this post is . . . ?

Regards,

[canadaump6]

Originally Posted by Tim C

And the purpose of this post is . . . ?

Regards,

Please see title...

[SanDiegoSteve]

Originally Posted by Tim C

And the purpose of this post is . . . ?

Regards,

I guess it was to tell us how much we really suck, when we really don't suck, I dunno.

It ain't so easy being the best all knowing and seeing umpires on the internet. It's a hard job, but somebody has to do it!

[Tim C]

Please see my original post.

[UmpTTS43]

Just venting a little I guess, Tim. Helps me keep my perspective.

Take it for what it's worth. Thought I might be able to drum up some constructive dialog.

[canadaump6]

Tee,

I think the original poster's point was that we should try and learn from the mistakes we see televised umpires make, so that we don't make these mistakes ourselves. It's a good idea, but a lot of the mistakes these guys make are mechanical, and most of us already know the correct mechanic.

Out of curiousity Tee, how good are you (strikezone, game management, judgment calls, mechanics, rules knowledge, etc)?

[TussAgee11]

Originally Posted by canadaump6

Out of curiousity Tee, how good are you (strikezone, game management, judgment calls, mechanics, rules knowledge, etc)?

Enough better than you to where you should take his advice and thank him every time he gives it to you.

[canadaump6]

Originally Posted by TussAgee11

Enough better than you to where you should take his advice and thank him every time he gives it to you.

Way to make things confrontational.

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by canadaump6

Way to make things confrontational.

He didn't make things confrontational. You asked a question, he answered it (and gave an answer to which I agree).

[TussAgee11]

Originally Posted by canadaump6

Way to make things confrontational.

If it makes you feel better, I gladly take his advice too...

[justanotherblue]

We all make mistakes, we all miss pitches, we all boot a call from time to time. Were human. With time, experience (innings) and training we do this less and less. Unfortunately for those that work at a high enough level that there are t.v. cameras catching every move, when they do make a mistake, it's there for all to see. Personally, it makes me feel good to see the best of the best make a mistake once in a while, it shows there's hope for all of us yet.

[L.A. Umpire Guy]

Originally Posted by TussAgee11

Enough better than you to where you should take his advice and thank him every time he gives it to you.

Not when it is delivered in the egocentric, imperious and unprofessional manner in which he often delivers it. He excludes people in order to feel or appear more prominent.

Well, this noble and honorable vocation needs new members. And new members are more likely to appear and be willing to endure the sacrifice and devotion if they are welcomed and not demeaned and shunned. This Tim C. guy is just as glaring a symbol of what is wrong with umpiring as he is a shining example of what is right.

[ozzy6900]

Originally Posted by L.A. Umpire Guy

Not when it is delivered in the egocentric, imperious and unprofessional manner in which he often delivers it. He excludes people in order to feel or appear more prominent.

Well, this noble and honorable vocation needs new members. And new members are more likely to appear and be willing to endure the sacrifice and devotion if they are welcomed and not demeaned and shunned. This Tim C. guy is just as glaring a symbol of what is wrong with umpiring as he is a shining example of what is right.

Well, you may as well add me to that list too, then! Nothing is egotistical or offensive unless it is accepted that way. But then, in today's "Oooo, please don't hurt my feelings" society of today, I just don't know anymore!

[SanDiegoSteve]

Originally Posted by ozzy6900

Well, you may as well add me to that list too, then!

Don't worry Ozzy, you are already on that list!