- involved in the game - I miss participating in athletics, but at my age and with my current knee issues, participating even in recreation sports is challenging. I miss the competition and teamwork that is part of athletics, but through umpiring, I get to be near those things. And to be honest, I am participating on a team to help manage the game when I'm umpiring. My partner and I have to work together and be a team to help us be successful.
- exercise - My previously mentioned knee issues no longer permit me to train for marathons, but umpiring does get me out of a chair and out of a house and does give me some exercise.
- income - A teaching career features a competitive salary, but earning extra spending money through umpiring is helpful. Depending upon the school, pay for a high school double-header date can be between $80-$100.
- camaraderie - As we get older, our "friendship fun" becomes limited. Our circle of friends largely depends upon factors like our work, parents of our children's friends or teammates, and family. Through umpiring, I get to meet new people or I get to reconnect with other guys/gals that I have umpired with previously.
- professional development - As an umpire, I am required to manage a contest, which includes people. Sometimes mistakes happen, and sometimes confrontations happen which require conflict resolution. In addition, I have to value establishing a rapport with coaches, players, and fans by looking professional, hustling, and knowing the rules of the game.
Could you help students and coaches/players by utilizing your knowledge and skills somehow to be an official, umpire, or judge of school contests? Consider contributing your efforts...you may be surprised about the benefits you receive in return.
Let's play ball!
JBiz
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