As has become tradition, when we come to the end of the year and a few days prior to Christmas, MST and I like to take this opportunity to thank the HSBBW Umpire family for another wonderful year. The opportunity to come together, discuss, share and help others through this sport we all love, is outstanding.
First off, MST and I always want to thank Julie (mn mom) for keeping the site up and running.......many of us do not know how much time and personal $$'s that it takes to keep this site open and for that we are grateful....
As Moderators, Michael S Taylor and I are proud to say, that the "ask the umpire" forum has required almost no moderation.......that to me is a compliment to the umpires who post here. That does not mean we have not had our contested issues this year, but it does mean that they were handled like gentlemen.
We all understand that this is a Parent/Coach/Player site and that baseball is a passionate sport, and we have fielded questions from all with professionalism and without ill feelings...
Parents, Coaches and Players!....Thank you for giving us this opportunity to serve......
Michael and I always like to thank the Umpires who have dutifully posted and contributed to this "Ask the Umpire" Forum. You all have been a credit to our calling and truly we are a band of brothers in blue...
To Michael S. Taylor- many heartfelt thanks...
I am indebted for your friendship, guidance and advice through the years and our continuing contact through all mediums.....Thanks my friend!
And to our Senior Umpires:
Dash Riprock
Jimmy 03
3 Fingered Glove
You have actively assisted those who came to this site looking for help and we are proud to post among you....your experience and knowledge is greatly appreciated.
To:
Matt 13
Mr. Ump
Tx-Ump
Otownmike
Mr. Umpiresir
Yawetag
Pilsner
Piratefan
Welpe
JJK
Pologreen
jmoff
You have rounded out our crew with great knowledge and timely asisstance. I always look forward to all your contributions.....
Also not to forget any of those who have contributed greatly and haven’t stopped in for a while or who remain infrequent, But have also posted:
Blue26
Jeff Connell
NavyUmp
Lonblue
FVB10
Tallump
TW344
mcoll
ump6132
NJump
GAump
midwestump
TucsonBlue
amaump
therefump
bluezebra.....
If I have missed any umpire who posted I apologize but I appreciate your contributions.....
Best wishes my friends for a joyous blessed Holiday season and a wonderful and prosperous new year!
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