The umpire shortage is a huge problem for youth baseball and softball in Indiana.
The IHSAA and other youth sports organizations primarily blame abuse by unruly parents and fans as the reason.
In LaPorte — the city is enacting a zero tolerance policy on the issue.
According to WSBT, LaPorte’s Parks and Rec is enacting a “three strikes you’re out” policy — which will have coaches and parents suspended one-to-three games for a first offense.
A third offense will result in a lifetime ban — and police could be called to arrest anyone for trespassing for any incidents beyond that.
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Refs are quitting all over the nation due to attacks and abuse. A female ref in Georgia was attacked after a game by a Mother She ejected from a youth game hurting Her badly. ( I will get YOU after the game!!!) This brought national attention to abusive parents