Double Booking

[DeputyUICHousto]

It would be the last time you worked for me or any assignor I know. I'd make sure to drop a big black ball on you.

[NCASAUmp]

Originally Posted by DeputyUICHousto

It would be the last time you worked for me or any assignor I know. I'd make sure to drop a big black ball on you.

No kidding. That's just a rat b@st@rd thing to do to an assignor and a partner. There's a reason why ASA has it as the #1 item in their Code of Ethics for Umpires.

I don't care what anyone else says, each game is just as important as another, regardless of the level. If you don't value a commitment to a 10U game as much as you do a commitment to a D1 NCAA game, you've got no self-respect as an umpire. Put forth equal effort towards both, and you will have my (and everyone else's) respect.

[txump81]

Honor your committments. Umpiring or otherwise. It is simple. Once you say you are going to be there, BE THERE!!! If something comes up, don't leave your partner hanging 15 minutes before the game.