Umpire with shirt not tucked in
 

Umm...He is how old? I don't know how you expect him to find an umpire's shirt that fits. I'm 5'7" and a bean pole, it's tough enough for me to find a shirt. I personally don't think it's that big of a deal for this very young umpire. I wish he wouldn't be so upright but that's a discussion for another time.

-Josh

lets leave the kids alone

I agree Johnny!

-Josh

He's got better mechanics than some guys I've seen.

Newbie posts link to youtube video of 10 yr. old umpire
 

http://forum.officiating.com/basebal...ot-tucked.html

JM

This is just a disgrace. This kid should go out and buy $400 worth of proper equipment and clothing.

The players should also go out and buy real baseball pants, not just the ones with the elastic waistband. Get rid of those t-shirt jerseys while they are at it, too.

What is anyone at that field thinking?

His shin guards cover his whole leg! Now that's protection!:D

I'd be proud if my son or daughter wanted to get into umping that early. That's just awesome.

So what?

I have a bunch of 11-12 year olds that umpire for me. Buying proper clothing, when they're growing so quickly, is stupid. Just do the best with what you've got, and act the part.

The kid's 10, so lighten up Francis.

Was that Shea Stadium?

So the old adage really is true. Umpiring is the one profession where you're expected to be perfect the first day on the job- and then get better as you go along!

Lord, I'm glad nobody recorded the first game I ever worked and posted in for millions to see... :eek:

Who cares? When I was in HS and I umpired LL, I wore street clothes and just slapped on a mask, shin guards, and baloon protector all which were nicely tucked in the green box behind the backstop. It's LL, so you don't need to look like a pro unless it's a big tournament or something.

Kudos to that young man for wanting to umpire! That's awesome!!

Bret, I believe the video was posted by the ump's proud parents.

I agree...esp by the fancy title screen.