Why We’re Losing Sports Officials | Dave Trussell

You see balls and strikes.

You see safe and out.

What you don’t see is the training, sacrifice, and commitment behind every call.

In this episode of the Power House Podcast, Dave Trussell — Group Leader for NCOA Baseball North — pulls back the curtain on what it really means to be a high school sports official.

From tracking 90 mph pitches to managing heated moments with parents and coaches, Dave shares:

• What goes into umpire training

• The myths about strike zones and “make-up calls”

• Why officials don’t do this for the paycheck

• The growing shortage of sports officials

• How parents and coaches can change the culture

With over 3,500 game slots to fill each season and fewer officials stepping up, youth and high school sports face a serious challenge.

This episode is for parents, coaches, players, and anyone who’s ever questioned a call from the stands.

Before you yell at the next game… watch this.

🎙 Power House Podcast

“Tackling the topics that impact our community the most.”