What Wrestling Taught Me About Baseball Officiating, Leadership, and Pressure

Black-and-white cinematic image of wrestling shoes and baseball umpire plate shoes beside officiating gear on a wrestling mat representing multi-sport officiating, leadership, pressure, and discipline.

Working multiple sports taught me far more than mechanics. Wrestling sharpened my baseball officiating by exposing weaknesses in confidence, emotional control, conditioning, leadership, and humility under pressure. This is not only about multi-sport officiating. It’s about growth, professionalism, discipline, and the internal battle every official faces when the game humbles him and demands more.

MLB Coach’s Box Enforcement in 2026: Why the Crackdown Matters for Game Integrity

MLB Coach’s Box Enforcement example showing third base coach positioned inside the coach’s box during live play

MLB Coach’s Box Enforcement begins in 2026 with stricter positioning standards and progressive penalties. This analysis explains the warning-to-ejection framework, the officiating mechanics behind it, and why consistent enforcement protects game integrity at every level of baseball.

HALL OF FAME STANDARDS: IS COOPERSTOWN A MUSEUM OR A SHRINE?

National Baseball Hall of Fame plaque gallery in Cooperstown

MLB Hall of Fame standards go beyond stats. Integrity, character, and controversy shape who gets enshrined in Cooperstown and who falls short.

What Job 28 Teaches Us About the Kansas City Royals Arbitration Fight

A baseball sitting alone on the dirt of a baseball field, symbolizing focus, patience, and the fundamentals of the game.

Kansas City Royals arbitration is not about disrespect or dollars alone. It is about how value is defined, measured, and defended. Job 28 offers a timeless lens for understanding why these disputes exist and why honest scales still matter.

Behind the Plate, Ahead in Life: How Umpiring Baseball Built My Character Everywhere Else

Umpiring for personal growth as seen through the stance of a baseball umpire at home plate

Most people think officiating is about balls, strikes, and angry coaches. They’re dead wrong. Umpiring for personal growth is about so much more. What they don’t see—what I’ve lived—is how umpiring has sharpened my instincts, calmed my nerves, and shaped the way I lead my business, raise my family, and walk with God. Truly, umpiring for … Read more

Freedom Isn’t Free—And It Never Was

Silhouettes of people watching fireworks on Independence Day, honoring the cost of freedom

Imagine tomorrow, Americans gather in backyards and parks. Kids are running around with sparklers. The smell of barbecue fills the air. Flags wave proudly. Fireworks will light up the night sky. It’s the Fourth of July—and this country is celebrating. And we should celebrate.But let’s not forget what—and who—we’re celebrating. You see, I didn’t always … Read more

Kansas City Needs a Royal Palace—Not More Political Tap Dancing

Man holding Royals banner overlooking the field at Kauffman Stadium with iconic crown scoreboard in view

By Kirby InglesFather of Six | Retired Army Combat Veteran | Leadership & Wellness Coach | Insurance Producer | Proud Kansas Citian Kansas City has always been a place of grit, resilience, and deep-rooted pride. From jazz to BBQ, rodeos to Royals baseball, this city knows how to carry its legacy forward. But lately, when … Read more

NFHS Baseball Rules: Rule 1, Section 1 – Positions of Players

baseball, position players, NFHS Rules 2025

Baseball emphasizes precision and discipline, where high school teams must have at least nine players and a captain for effective communication. Key rules include maintaining proper player positions, managing substitutions correctly, and ensuring fair play. The regulations promote competitive balance and guide players and coaches in maintaining rules throughout the game.