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]

This 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.html

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, be sure to drop me an email at [email protected]

This 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]

This 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]

This 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]

This 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]

This 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]

This 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!

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*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!