I learned a valuable life lesson that summer. You should find something in life that you really enjoy and seriously consider making that your life's work.

No one respects the umpire's job more than I do; but, if I were a manager, I would probably be ejected three or four times a season fighting for my team.

Looking back on those games, I probably hustled out of position as much as I hustled into position since I really never had any real training. I was working on instincts alone.

Managers have very tough jobs. I always respected their job but demanded respect in return.

I set very high standards for myself and worked every game with the same energy and enthusiasm as if it were the seventh game of a World Series.

I have looked back on situations and thought that I could have handled a few differently and probably better.

I had a great first year and Mr. MacDonald was my biggest supporter. He gave me the encouragement I needed that first year to get my career started on a positive note.