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One Constant In Times Of Change
Every sports official has ups and downs in their career. This past year, in many parts of the country, the officiating industry itself was...
Sometimes You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know
No matter how many games you've worked, whether you're a seasoned veteran or preparing for your first season, there's no way you can know...
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Coach Communication Done Well
Communication between officials and coaches is extremely important and is an essential element of a properly officiated game. Most coaches identify good communication as...
On Your Mark, Get Set … Stay There
Recently, I came across a couple of film clips taken from major league games played decades ago. In one, an umpire called a tag...
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Nolan Ryan’s Final Hit Batter: August 4, 1993
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n his illustrious 27-year career, Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan hit 158 batters.
“He did not have a reputation as a headhunter,” said retired...
A History of Strikes and Lockouts
Over the years, strikes or lockouts have impacted the officials of every major sport.
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abor disputes have been a part of American life since shortly...
