Basketball Vs. Baseball

[JRutledge]

Originally posted by hab_in_exile
As for the Eric Gregg comparison - he couldn't umpire at 300lbs, but he was doing it anyway. Low standards by MLB and the real challenge are kind of different. Basketball is physically more demanding, but baseball is no slouch on a 90 degree day with lots of balls in play.

I am not saying that umpiring a baseball game is easy. I am saying that it is not the same as working a basketball game. I know I am going to do a considerable amount of physical activity if I officiate a basketball game. If I do not work the plate in baseball, I might fall asleep because nothing is really going on. Even in a 90 degree day.

Peace