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The Best Umpire Show
by Andy Traub
The Umpire Show helps umpires get better, enjoy their work, and make more money. Whether you’re new to officiating or a seasoned vet, this podcast covers mechanics, game management, and dealing with tough situations. Join the community, level up your skills, and have more fun behind the plate! ⚾🎙️ Send feedback and questions to [email protected]
Episodes
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The Power of Organizing Umpires - TruBlu Umpires
Today we’re discussing the innovative group Tru Blu Umpires, founded by college level umpires to recruit, train and advocate for umpires in the Nashville area. This is the group that has helped me grow the most as an umpire and I’m profoundly grateful that they are part of my development and that...
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Who Makes The Rules? NFHS rule committee member Bob Leader
Thanks to NFHS umpire rulebook committee member Bob Leader for coming on the show. Be sure to reach out to him at [email protected] to say thanks or give him feedback. Also check out his interview with Patrick Faerber at Umpire Classroom at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlZQSgRXUMM
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Play Breakdown: Skunk at 3rd with Patrick Faerber and Coach Ross McMurry
Learn how Coach Ross McMurry ran a play where two runners were within 10 feet of 3rd base before the pitch was delivered. Also hear a rules breakdown from the expert Patrick Faerber of UmpireClassroom.com to see if this play should have been illegal. Thanks to Patrick and Coach McMurry for being…
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62 games in 64 days! Spring 2025
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10 Ways To Make More Money As An Umpire
1. Work as close to home as possible 2. Work tournaments, but don't kill yourself doing it 3. Be easy to work with 4. Have a great attitude 5. Be a great partner 6. Expand your menu 7. Attend an umpire camp 8. Invest in yourself so you look and feel good 9. Try different tournaments, schools,...
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Ejections & The Progression of Punishment
The Progression of Punishment: When to Eject and When to Hold Back Be sure to check out Patrick Farber's video on ejections - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOMTNKJ4LR4 Ejections should be rare—but when should I actually eject a coach? In this episode of The Best Umpire Show, I break down The...
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10 Great Reasons To Become An Umpire
In this debut episode of The Best Umpire Show, I introduce the mission of the show: to help you become the best umpire you can be. The title isn’t a claim that I’m the best umpire out there—it’s about all of us striving to improve every game. I also break down the Top 10 Reasons People Become...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Umpire Show helps umpires get better, enjoy their work, and make more money. Whether you’re new to officiating or a seasoned vet, this podcast covers mechanics, game management, and dealing with tough situations. Join the community, level up your skills, and have more fun behind the plate! ⚾🎙️ Send feedback and questions to [email protected]
HOSTED BY
Andy Traub
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