The Umpire Mask Hook: "I'll take 2!"

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Originally Posted by Kevin Finnerty

I'm sorry, but even in situations where there is no official's locker room--a real one or the changing unit--one can somehow situate his vehicle, then don a robe or a long t-shirt until he gets into or out of his tights or jock (or both). For crying out loud, it's hard to believe that guys would ever have to fully expose themselves.

With even a modicum of courtesy, virtually all high schools and JCs could accommodate us with use of some facility in which to quickly change clothes. They choose not to.

I worked at a field last night in a pretty nice suburban area. When we received our contracts for the games from this high school in spring, they included a note that said we were not allowed to change on the local city streets surrounding the park, and that if we did, that neighbors would not hesitate to call police. The school said they had a building where we could change. Of course it hasn't been opened for either game I worked there this year. I changed in their parking lot, and didn't have any issues though.

I say, once the schools provide enclosed areas for my partner and myself to change, then I'll start using them. Until then I'll just try to be as discreet as possible and park in the corners and use my door as a shield.