Forum: Baseball
Sat May 08, 2004, 08:08am
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,180
I agree with you, DG.
When it gets to the...
I agree with you, DG.
When it gets to the point where I've called it a forfeit; that's what it is. No more discussion or apologizing on anyone's part is going to change that outcome. Having said...
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Forum: Softball
Fri Mar 26, 2004, 11:51pm
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,544
Your coach friend......
is really going to appreciate you sharing that letter here, Glen.
Is it anybody in my area, or your home port?
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Forum: Softball
Sat Feb 14, 2004, 10:16pm
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Replies: 41
Views: 3,704
Here's what I do with my cap
I use a helmet mask and love it. I walk onto the field wearing my cap, and with my helmet under my arm. When the game starts I hang my cap on the fence, using a bungee cord. This is also quite handy...
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Forum: Basketball
Thu Jan 08, 2004, 11:42am
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,149
Academy has NB 609's
I just bought a new pair of 609's at Academy for $45 plus tax. It would be hard to beat that deal, based on what I'm reading here. FWIW: they feel great, and did from the very first time I wore them.
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Forum: Basketball
Thu Jan 08, 2004, 08:08am
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Replies: 58
Views: 5,349
I think....
the fact that you have't been screamed at yet by a coach is more the result of you're being a relatively new official, than it is the fact that you're black. Do this long enough; it will happen to...
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Forum: Basketball
Sun Jan 04, 2004, 08:25am
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,592
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Forum: Basketball
Fri Jan 02, 2004, 08:00am
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,016
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Forum: Softball
Fri Aug 22, 2003, 06:09am
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,528
That's what L.L. ball is supposed to be like.
Yes, I think that's the play he's talking about. BU3 didn't hesitate on his siganl of fair ball, and he had a good view of any interference that would've occured. Replays appeared to show that there...
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Forum: Baseball
Mon Aug 11, 2003, 02:30pm
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
You lost me, Mick
I'm not sure if I'm following you here.
Are you saying that maybe he wasn't qualified to be there?
If it was strictly based on a resume of LL volunteering and service, I know of many fine...
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Forum: Baseball
Mon Aug 11, 2003, 11:39am
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
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Forum: Baseball
Mon Aug 11, 2003, 10:15am
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,544
I wondered about the same thing. I noticed he...
I wondered about the same thing. I noticed he had a number on his shirt as well (I think it was 6).
Made me wonder if all of the umpires at the regional were numbered, but I don't recall seeing...
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Forum: Baseball
Mon Aug 11, 2003, 06:29am
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Yeah, but he missed one bigtime
The kid that got hit on the hand/bat. He kept him at the plate and rung him up for a strike.
I couldn't really understand his reasoning, but didn't think too much about it until, after the next...
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Forum: Baseball
Wed Aug 06, 2003, 12:10pm
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,891
Not a problem with +POS
Brian,
I had no problem with my +POS mask at all. I really liked it, and would go back to it without hesitation, if I had to for a short time.
I bought my helmet after a "friend" took my +POS...
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Forum: Baseball
Wed Aug 06, 2003, 06:17am
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,891
I'm sold on it
After using a +POS ultralite mask for the last 2 years, which I really liked over my previous heavy wire mask, I swtiched to the All Star helmet this year. I wouldn't think of going back to my mask...
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Forum: General / Off-Topic
Tue Aug 05, 2003, 08:53am
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Replies: 100
Views: 22,416
"Juicy Fruit"
That line comes from "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest".
The big Indian (Native American) doesn't talk thru the whole movie, and he's thought to be a mute. Jack Nicholson hands him a stick of gum...
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Forum: Baseball
Tue Jul 29, 2003, 02:32pm
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,084
You must a real pro, I guess.........
...but I still disagree, which is my right, with your opinion.
No, I don't work MLB, and yes, I work youth ball, and have done it for a long damn time. I'm a very good umpire, who also happens to...
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Forum: Baseball
Tue Jul 29, 2003, 12:03pm
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,084
I agree with Striker
Although I don't have a genetic bone disorder, I don't like getting hit needlessly, and that's exactly what some of you (Rich) are setting yourselves up for, and recommending as a good mechanic. If...
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Forum: Softball
Fri Jul 25, 2003, 02:05pm
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,232
ASA will approve the helmet mask....
........as soon as the start selling their own version of it, with the ASA logo emblazoned on it.
Until then, I'll just continue to call my local league's games, using my helmet (and not wearing an...
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Forum: Baseball
Thu Jul 24, 2003, 12:02pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,847
Also, if I might add to that..............
The umpire is not to call a runner out for missing a base(or to call DEAD BALL for that matter), if there is no appeal by the defense. This is the same for LL and ASA.
He pretty much screwed this...
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Forum: Softball
Thu Jul 24, 2003, 11:53am
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,232
I tried it and I liked it a lot
I made the switch from a traditional mask to the hockey helmet this year, and I've loved it ever since. If you've got long hair, it's probably not gonna be a good fit for you, but I do have short...
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Forum: Baseball
Sat Jul 19, 2003, 11:28am
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,085
You asked........
.......so here's my opinion.
If it's a true foul tip, it would have to be a live ball in every situation. Otherwise, it would only be a foul ball.
I just can't envision a scenario where a foul...
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Forum: Baseball
Tue Jul 15, 2003, 12:15pm
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,122
I can almost top that one.....not proud, though.
3 yrs. ago, I'm BU in a Sr. League (15-16) baseball game. 1st batter gets a hit and is at 1B. 2nd batter hits a hard grounder to SS. I'm in B (obviously not deep enough as will soon become apparent)...
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Forum: Softball
Mon Jun 30, 2003, 09:48am
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,015
Even though the lines are painted...
.....does not necessarily preclude the fact that dust could be sent flying from that line, if a ball hits it.
Granted, it won't be "chalk dust", but minute grass clippings, dirt, and paint residue...
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Forum: Softball
Sat Jun 28, 2003, 08:08am
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,771
And if LL softball......
...uses the same interpretation of obstruction that LL baseball does, then the fielder must have have possession of the ball prior to blocking the runner's path, as well.
I've got an '03 baseball...
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Forum: Baseball
Fri Jun 27, 2003, 06:14am
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,897
Dear Lou (addendum)
...don't forget to kick dirt on the plate, and also be sure to pick up one of the bases and throw it into (or at least towards) the outfield, on your way to the showers.....
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