Blue Crew Diaries: Little League Baseball Umpire Insights

In this episode, we go over the significant updates to the Little League rulebook for the 2026 season.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected]*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we put a lid on the 2025 Little League season.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/yNz4Q3nHv7g?si=zu6ahOejK2Co8KVM*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we talk about the controversies in both New Jersey and Maine that have come up in the last week.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/i3paJ1jHRL4*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we finish off the regular season, and talk about how to deal with negative comments from players and coachesAs always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/FwWdncc70No*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we'll go over what has happened in the last few weeks, and how to stay in the game and be the best umpire you can be.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/EXVmjUj7O9A*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we'll discuss the first week of my Little League Baseball seasonAs always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ntLZXG5C40w*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we'll discuss a few of the 2025 Little League rules changes in a bit more detail.Little League Make The Right Call Casebook: https://rulebook-uploads-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2025/03/2025-Make-The-Right-Call.pdfAs always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/mgqfK2ual1o?si=EZL_T-SXyJnQOVp9*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we talk batters interference and what you need to look for in order to call it.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/eXeDeUYt4qc?si=rI6O9UZbjJILMKyh*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we'll talk about a recent umpire clinic I attended, as well as how to get started with preparations for the upcoming 2025 baseball season.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/bx6wnZ5BkuQ*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we go over some baseball rule myths, and try to debunk them.Eastern Maine Baseball Umpire Association mechanics clinic information and signup can be found here: http://www.easternmaineumpires.org/clinic.htmlAs always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKraBzO_g1M*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we go over some of the rules update for the 2025 Little League season, and talk about the good points of some, and bad points of others.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGz06NZZmSI*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

Well, my season is over for now. Let's take a look back at a few first for the year, and how I deal with coaches who aren't exactly a pleasure to work with!As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Oq1nLSrAib8*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we discuss my first week of game for the 2024 season, what went right, what went wrong, and a few fun insights along the way.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LE9I9GIsZE*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we talk a little bit about the upcoming baseball season, and how to be best prepared to go to work on the diamond.As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LE9I9GIsZE*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we take a look at what is in my gear bag, as well as why I bring all of my gear to the field for each and every game.If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected] episode is also posted on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lg7Ixf3RePo*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

In this episode, we give some insight as to what it will be like on your first day as a new umpire. Contained in this episode are some tips, tricks, and advice to help you survive that first game, and keep you coming back for more! Feedback can be sent to [email protected]*The thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast represent the personal views of Blue Crew Diaries and Daryl Johnson, and in no way reflect those of Little League International, it's employees or players*

A basic introduction to the podcast, including who I am, the reason behind the podcast, and what to look forward to!