Ump Rube

I like the exchange with the umpire after he goes off on her.... Classic!

The problem with a BU with an indicator is if he tells the runner the count (such as 3-2) and now there is an issue with him running on the pitch. (Yes, lets skip the conf. with the coach about his running needing to pat attention and move on). What I would be looking for if I were the PU is when I ask my BU I say, "I have 1-2, do you have anything different?" Then I should get a, "Nope." or "1-2 sounds like what I have." Basically, if the BU doesn't know he says what his partner has. Then we move on.

Yes - why so much emotion over a JV game? Just because it is a JV game, means it is less worthy of emotion? I played JV for 2 years as I was not good enough to play on Varsity (made the bullpen catcher Senior year, never saw a minute of playing time). For some kids that is the best they will do. What if that batter has never, and will never, hit a ball that far again? If I were him I would want my coach defending the unbiased call, instead of listening to F8 who has a stake in the play. No need to necessarily do everything you can to get ejected (which shows me this is an un-trained rookie), but definitely contact the association and let hem handle the lack of knowledge.

Which one? (Sorry I coudn't resist.)

Normally, I agree with what you say UIC, but in this case you are wrong. I was at the game and there were 39,998 people that were racking up that out. The only 2 who missed it were the runner and Marquez. Here are my thoughts on making that call... 1. If he did miss, and he didn't, how can you possibly make that call when the runner stops. 2. If you are going to make that call, it had better be 100% right. You had better see clear daylight between the runner and glove. Also, what was Marquez thinking when Gardy came out? Isn't one of the guidelines for meeting a manager that you meet him in the grass so he cannot kick dirt on you? Not many MLB mangers left that would do this, but I think Gardy would be on the list.

At time of tag play: Signal safe, verbalize "no tag" Upon the runner passing the plate he is assumed to have acquired it and is no longer in peril to be putout, unless by appeal. Once R3 hits the plate, he has eliminated a logical attempt at an appeal.

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I got this book last year and could not put it down. I was up until 2:30-3:00 in the morning reading, only to be at work at 8:00 most days. The chapters are a little on the long side for me, I prefer lots of short quick chapters (feels like I am reading more than I probably am). I think it might open some eyes to what umpiring is really like to people who don't know any better.

Ok, some of you might be wondering what this thread is about. I, in addition to being an umpire, am also a photographer. I am on many forums on-line and one thing that I have noticed is that in most communities people will post what their gear list is. In photography what camera bodies you use, what lenses and such. I have found that to be very helpful because it allows me to see what others use quickly and easily without having to continually ask. So I figured for my I would try to start this here. Please post your gear list, and if you want to put a link in you signature to your post so others can find it easily. Edit whenever you need to as your gear changes. So here goes... Protective Equipment: West Vest Platinum Chest Protector Diamond iX3 Feather Weight Mask West Vest Shin Guards Shoes New Balance NB450 Plate Shoes New Balance 995 Base Shoes Shirts & Jackets Honigs (3) Dalco Gerry Davis General Sports Officials Choice Officials Choice Long Sleeve +POS "Dazzle" +POS 100% Cotton Honigs 1/4-zip Pullover C9 No Sleeve Undershirts Other Clothes: Honigs Plate Pants Honigs Base Pants McDavid Compression Pants Honigs 1.5" Matte Belt Honigs Ball Bags Richardson Flex Fit Combo Hats Accessories: Honigs Indicator Dollar Store Stopwatch/Clock Rawlings Plate Brush Honigs Line-up Card Holder & Bullet Pencil Wilson MLB Gear Bag

Can I get some clarification on whether people are getting/wearing the standard-profile or the low-profile mask?

I found this post on "This Month's propoganda" interesting and have nominated it accordingly for "Post Of The Month November, 2009"

Hmmm... I feel like I have read this before. But, I just cannot put my finger on it.

1. I like the use of the english spelling of saviour, you so rarely see that nowadays. 2. I think there are some better words we could find to describe Selig. I am not sure that saviour would be on my list. :)

Kinda reminds me of a line from Major League (I or II, I don't know)... "That's it you're outa here! All of ya!" as the whole team is on the ground fighting.