Have you ever....

[Skahtboi]

Originally posted by wadeintothem
seen it in rec league, never in big tourneys

I know a few umpires who wear no protective gear at all except the mask.

I got nothing to prove though so I wear it. I've taken so many shots I cant imagine not wearing it.

I have never understood those umpires who think that it is "macho" or something to go without the gear. I called a HS game with a guy who was proud of the fact that he has never owned nor worn a cup. Watching him behind the plate I can see the impact that the lack of this particular piece of gear had on him. He was also a "hider."