Never charge a player and, above all, no pointing your finger or yelling.

Take pride in your work at all times. Remember, respect for an umpire is created off the field as well as on.

Hear only the things you should hear - be deaf to others.

I don’t care if half the league strikes. Those who do will encounter quick retribution. All will be suspended, and I don’t care if it wrecks the league for 10 years. This is the United States of America, and one citizen has as much right to play as another.

Keep your temper. A decision made in anger is never sound.

Avoid sarcasm. Don't insist on the last word.

I'd hate this to get out but I really like opera.