As I See It: An Umpire Podcast

As I See It: An Umpire Podcast

This umpire pod cast takes you through the game situations of a new-ish official in the IHSA calling baseball and softball and the IHSAA officiating baseball. Hosted by Joe Sweeny. Joe talks about situation that happen on the field, how they happened, and how the rules apply to them. To contact me, email AsISeeItPodcast1995@gmail.com

Episodes

June 20, 2025 50 mins

In this episode Joe connects with Andy Traub from "The Best Umpire Show." Andy is a fellow umpire and podcaster with a desire to grow as an umpire and takes you along on his journey. Check him out on where ever you listen to your podcasts and on YouTube. Intro music credit to MagpiMusic.

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In this episode Joe recaps the high school baseball season inclucing some facts and figures. He recounts the post season assignment he received and talks about the officials rating system in the IHSA. Please like, subscribe or reach out reachouto us at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com. Intro credit goes to MagPie music.

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In this episode, Joe discusses a Runners Lane Interference play that he called on the field along with the applicable rule. He gives some shout outs to some fellow umpire podcasters and Joe recorded a post game conversation with fellow umpire Todd. Please email us at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com with comments and suggestions for the show. Also check out the following umpire podcasts:

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In this episode, Joe talks about 3 situations that he encountered on the field that were educational, An exciting opportunity that never was, and a new segment entitled "Did You Know" about obscure rules. Check out UmpireClassroom.com for great educational material. Use promo code JOE1414 for 20% off. https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM


Intro Music credit:MagpiMusic

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April 12, 2025 17 mins

In this episode Joe talks about what he did to prepare for the season, results of IHSA promotion and some game content. Go to umpireclassrrom.com and use promo code JOE1414 for 20% off or follow the link https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM Intro music credit to MagpiMusic

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March 14, 2025 12 mins

In this episode, Joe talks about the issues of podcasting from last season, what he is doing to prepare for the season, and some goals and items of focus for the 2025 season. Like and subscribe. Intro music credit MagpieMusic.

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In this episode Joe talks about the Jr. High baseball and softball games that he officiated this two week period. We also visit a video that has been circulating in umpire circles online. Check out Umpire Classroom on YouTube and go to www.umpireclassroom.com and check out the umpire 101 course. Its very comprehensive and good for any level umpire. Click the link below for $5 off the course. https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/214...

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August 31, 2024 22 mins

In this episode Joe talks about the start to the Jr. High season. Rule exceptions in the SIJHSAA ( Southern Illinois Junior High Athletic Association) and some good learning experiences.

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In this episode, Joe talks about a Balk video posted on our Facebook page, the end of summer ball season, and some situation first that Joe experienced this season. Please give a like and follow us. If you’d like to reach out to Joe, email him at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com
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In this episode, Joe talks about his first postseason experience, five things the average person may not know about umpiring, and some experiences Joe had on the field at the end of his high school season and the beginning of summer recreation ball. Follow us Facebook to interact and you can also email at as I see it podcast 1995@gmail.com.
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In this episode, Joe answers a listener email, responds to listener interaction with the show, and talks about what makes officiating easier for him. If you want to reach out to Joe please email him at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com. Also, for $5 off at umpire classroom follow the link when you sign up for Umpire101. https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM
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April 26, 2024 16 mins
In this episode, Joe talks a little bit about some mistakes he made in his rotations during his games, working his first game in Indiana, and an umpire course he took online. Click here to have access to $5 off Umpire 101 from Umpire Classroom https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM
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In this episode Joe talks with Patrick Faerber from GHSA baseball and Umpire Classroom. The discussion centers around developing umpires and a good resource to develop your skills as an umpire. Click the link to receive $5 off the Umpire 101 course on Umpireclassroom.com. Here is the link for $5 off https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM
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March 21, 2024 27 mins
In this episode, Joe talks about the three games that he has had in the past week. New beginnings with umpiring in a new state. Finally, Joe goes over some rules on the IHSA annual test.
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September 24, 2023 37 mins
In this episode, Joe talks about his experiences at the Bruce Doane 2-Man Umpire Camp, and an interview with follow podcaster and Umpire Kevin Weber.
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On this episode, Joe talks about his last few summer rec league games, interviews with summer league officials, and the start of Jr. High baseball and softball season in Illinois.
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In this episode, Joe talks about new umpires in his towns local summer league, a few games, he umpired, runners, Lane, interference, and a discussion about dropped third strike.
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In this episode, Joe talks about games he does not for the money, working three man crew, an often misunderstood rule, and listener email. Like and subscribe. For questions email asIseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com.
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April 18, 2023 19 mins
In this episode, Joe talks about his game this week, some partners that he has had, and some goals that he has set for himself.
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S1E2 In this episode Joe talks about two past calls he blew and what he learned from them. We also talk some more about batters interference. #umpireclassroom #baseballumpire
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