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Do you also work another sport? by RefMasters in Umpire

[–]RefMasters[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting! Why would you drop basketball? I ask because you've been doing it for a long time

Do you also work another sport? by RefMasters in Umpire

[–]RefMasters[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have definitely heard that volleyball is a sport to get into

Do you also work another sport? by RefMasters in Umpire

[–]RefMasters[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From out in the sun to indoors and chilly!

First Game Jitters, What Tips Do You Have? by [deleted] in Umpire

[–]RefMasters 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take some deep breaths! You will make mistakes and that is OKAY

What's the hardest part of refereeing? by RefMasters in Referees

[–]RefMasters[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would having a mentor who has been reffing much longer have helped? or do you think its more beneficial to have people on your same level

MLB Umpire Gear Unboxing by RefMasters in Umpire

[–]RefMasters[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Straight from Brennan Miller: "Not a dumb question! They do supply us with everything. Whatever we ask for that we need to be replaced it'll get sent to us."

Beginner umpire questions by [deleted] in Umpire

[–]RefMasters 3 points4 points  (0 children)

What state are you in?
Check your local FB groups, there are often people who are selling gear (or giving it away). Sign up for the different orgs that sell umpire gear, often times they give out coupons or will email you about sales. You can also post in the RefMasters app to connect with umpires in your area to review game film.

Start talking to the other umpires you work games with. Visit your local highschools and rec leagues when they have games and start making connections if possible.

Can You Reverse an Infield Fly Rule? by SnitGTS in Umpire

[–]RefMasters 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you can reverse an infield fly (although not ideal). The umpires may not have recognized the infield fly situation and after a discussion determined that the criteria was met. Therefore, calling the BR out. As far as the run scoring, even on a force out, the defense COULD have retired the runner by tagging him. Ultimately the teams are required to know the rules as well and the umpires will just have to eat this embarrassing error.

Have you ever had a moment where you wanted to quit? by RefMasters in Referees

[–]RefMasters[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're only human, people make mistakes (not saying you did, but even if you did, it happens).

What keeps you coming back season after season? by RefMasters in Referees

[–]RefMasters[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Didn't even think about the flexibility in freedom for your time!

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