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Old Wed Jul 22, 2009, 03:37pm
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First off, I dont care to do anything besides slow pitch, its just a easy way to make a few extra $$ a few days a week.
If that's your reason, then you're in it for the wrong reason.
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Old Wed Jul 22, 2009, 03:59pm
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If that's your reason, then you're in it for the wrong reason.
To the contrary, I see nothing wrong with wanting to make a few extra bucks during the week. I sure as hell wouldn't be behind the plate, putting up with the chatter for free. Wait... I did for the first 4 years, but that's beside the point...

If the money is his ONLY reason, then he probably will not last long. He won't improve, nor will he move up. However, if moving up is not his goal, that's his right. Improvement, on the other hand, is not optional. You either improve, or you'll drown on the field.

But I can understand where the money part comes in. Frankly, this economy sucks, and I can't fault a guy for wanting to supplement his income. That was initially my sole reason for continuing to call games after I stopped volunteering. Luckily, I later saw the light.
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Old Wed Jul 22, 2009, 04:12pm
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If that's your reason, then you're in it for the wrong reason.
I wouldnt work games for free.

I do give significantly of my time to my organization, though.

Working the games itself, thats for pay.
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Old Wed Jul 22, 2009, 04:25pm
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I should say, yes, the money is nice, but his wording just sounded so wrong. Sorry if I sounded like the money is the evil of it.
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