I went to the Little League refresher clinic this past weekend with Russell May, Eddie Bonilla, and Jeff French. It was a great clinic to get ready for their regionals and my world series. We reviewed a lot of 4 man mechanics (which helps them but not so much me. We will be using 6 man crews at the world series so there are no rotations). The plate work review was great. I got a few tips that will improve my plate work. Now all I have left is to work a few games at the district, sectional and state all star tournaments then it's on to the series. It's getting closer and I'm getting more excited.

Getting Started

I am preparing for my World Series. I have done many games this year and both learned and relearned a lot about my umpiring. I know that I will go to the series as prepared as I can be. My hope is to do myself, my district and my fellow umpires proud.

Right now the excitement of the upcoming event is palpable (big words to say I can really feel the excitement). After all stars, sectional and state tournaments I'm confident I'll be ready or as ready as I can get. I've had help from many people and wish to thank them all, but I want to give a special thanks to Greg Gentleman and Bob Gwynn for working so much with me and providing critical feedback.

I will be posting information to this blog on my schedule of games and my experiences in the World Series. I hope you find it interesting to share in my triumphs and tribulations, and most of all I hope you will share in the excitement of the experience. I know I will enjoy sharing with you as time goes along.