Do you view your umpire job as a public service? Portland, Oregon softball umpire Jon Coney absolutely does. His clear-eyed view of WHY he volunteers as a Little League umpire is a great reminder of the many positive impacts—beyond just calling a good game—that a great umpire can make on a player's experience. You might come away from this episode with a transformed view of what you're really doing next time you step on to the field. Enjoy!

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