I grew up in the hills of West Virginia playing softball. Much later my daughter played as well. I moved into umpiring because I wanted to stay close to the sport. I love the dramatic aspect of the game. And for me there is a certain meditative quality to umpiring. The movements. The ritual.
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Between Innings (Painting for John Dye)
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Last Warm Up (Painting for Jake Jacobs)
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Portrait of Jake Jacobs
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Evening at Bachman Field # 6
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Down the Left Field Line
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View From the Plate
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Call at the Plate (Painting for Rodger)