West Texas Umpire Association

08/28/2026

🏈 GOOD LUCK UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS! 🏈

Tonight, we want to wish good luck to some of our West Texas Umpire Association officials who will also be out there working the Friday Night Lights! 🌟🏈

We’re proud to have officials who give their time and dedication not only to the baseball and softball fields, but to football as well. Represent yourselves, your crews, and our association with pride!

Most importantly, be safe on the road traveling to and from the games. 🚗💨

Have a great night, gentlemen, and go do what you do best! 💪

“The uniform may change, but the commitment to excellence never does.”

— West Texas Umpire Association 🥎-⚾️

08/27/2026

🏈 GOOD LUCK TO OUR YOUNG UMPIRES! 🏈

Tonight & Tomorrow night isn’t just about the scoreboard — it’s about opportunity, dedication, courage, and the memories you’ll carry with you for a lifetime.

From everyone at the West Texas Umpire Association, we are incredibly proud of our young umpires who are stepping onto the field and competing in these games. You’ve put in the work, you’ve sacrificed, and now it’s time to trust yourself, play with confidence, and leave everything you have on that field.

To the families, friends, and fans — come out and support these young athletes! Your cheers, your encouragement, and your presence mean more than you may ever realize. 👏🏈

To our young umpires: play with heart, compete with class, and never forget how far hard work can take you.

🔥 MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MOMENT.
🔥 REPRESENT YOUR TEAM WITH PRIDE.
🔥 LEAVE A LEGACY.

West Texas Umpire Association — proud to support our youth, our athletes, and our communities.

“Success isn’t given. It’s earned through hard work, perseverance, and believing in yourself when nobody else is watching.”

🏈 GOOD LUCK, MEN! GO OUT THERE AND SHINE!

07/30/2026

Today we’re asking our baseball and softball community to come together in support of George Quintero, who is courageously battling bone marrow cancer.

After numerous treatments, George’s doctors have recommended a stem cell transplant and aggressive chemotherapy at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. This life-saving treatment will require him to be away from his family for 4–5 months, unable to work while also facing the added expenses of travel, lodging, and medical costs.

As umpires, coaches, players, and members of this great community, we know what it means to support one another. If you’re able, please consider making a donation to help ease the financial burden on George and his family during this incredibly difficult time.

No donation is too small, and if you’re unable to give, simply sharing the fundraiser and keeping George and his family in your prayers would mean the world.

❤️ Let’s rally around one of our own and show the strength of the West Texas sports community.

Please donate, share, and keep George Quintero and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

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06/21/2026

The West Texas Umpire Association would like to thank everyone who participated in the Coahoma Baseball Tournament this weekend. It was great to see the players compete, families cheering from the stands, and our umpires working hard to make the games run smoothly.

👔 Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures who spend countless hours supporting their kids on and off the field. Your dedication, sacrifice, and encouragement make a lasting impact far beyond the game.

🏈 As baseball season winds down, we encourage everyone to get out and support our local high school football programs this fall:

* Big Spring
* Forsan
* Coahoma
* Stanton
* Colorado City

We are especially proud to have several of our West Texas Umpire Association members suiting up and representing their schools this football season. We wish each of them the very best of luck and look forward to watching them compete under the Friday night lights.

“Success isn’t measured by how many times you win, but by how many times you get back up, work harder, and refuse to quit. Keep showing up, keep believing, and great things will happen.”

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06/13/2026

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Edward Scott. Some of us recently had the privilege of meeting and even umpiring alongside him. Edward was an outgoing man who always carried a positive attitude and brought energy and professionalism to every ball field he stepped onto. His kindness, encouragement, and love for the game touched many lives both on and off the field.

He will be greatly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.

“An umpire’s job is to leave the game better than they found it. Edward did that every day, and his impact will be felt long after the final out.”

Gone too soon, but never forgotten. Rest in peace, Blue. 🥎⚾🖤

06/02/2026

Today we want to recognize one of our own, George Quintero. Through his battle with bone marrow cancer, George has continued to do what he loves—umpiring baseball and serving the game with dedication, courage, and heart. His strength on and off the field has inspired everyone around him while also helping raise awareness about the importance of blood donation.

George, your resilience reminds us that true champions aren’t measured by the battles they face, but by the courage they show while facing them. The entire West Texas Umpire Association stands behind you and your family as you continue this fight.

“Cancer may have started the fight, but it will never define the fighter. Strength, faith, and determination are stronger than any diagnosis.”

— West Texas Umpire Association 🥎⚾💙

BIG SPRING, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – George Quintero, a Big Spring native, has always had a strong passion for the game of baseball. From playing the game at a young age to coaching, umpiring, or …

05/30/2026

George Quintero is the definition of strength and love for the game. While battling cancer, he continues to step behind the plate and umpire, showing the same dedication and passion that has inspired players, coaches, and families across West Texas. His story is bigger than softball and baseball—it’s about perseverance, faith, and refusing to let adversity take away what you love. ABC Big 2 News recently sat down with George to share his journey, his fight against cancer, and why he continues to umpire despite the challenges he faces. Be sure to stay tuned Monday night to hear his full story.

West Texas Umpire Association stands with George Quintero as he continues this battle. As the saying goes “Cancer may have started the fight, but it will never define the fighter.” 💙🥎⚾️🙏

05/30/2026

The West Texas Umpire Association would like to congratulate all of our 2026 high school graduates on this incredible achievement. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have brought you to this moment, and we couldn’t be more proud of you.

As you step into the next chapter of your lives, remember that success isn’t measured by where you start, but by the determination and character you show along the way. Whether your future leads you to college, the workforce, the military, or another path, carry the lessons you’ve learned and continue chasing your dreams with confidence.

We wish you nothing but success, happiness, and countless opportunities in the years ahead.

“Your future is created by what you do today, not tomorrow. Dream big, work hard, stay humble, and never stop believing in yourself.”

— West Texas Umpire Association 🥎⚾🎓

05/20/2026

First off, we want to thank The Yard Crew because without those guys maintaining the fields, we wouldn’t be able to play softball or baseball. We also want to thank the City of Big Spring and the City of Stanton for everything they do to help maintain these fields for our athletes and communities.

We would also like to thank our families for always supporting us, because at times they hear us vent after games we’ve called, and they sacrifice a lot with us. We miss out on many family activities, but they continue to stand by our side every step of the way.

We also want to thank everyone who helped make this season such a success. From the players and parents to the coaches, volunteers, and fans, your support, dedication, and love for the game made this season truly special. We are grateful for the memories made, the friendships built, and the opportunity to be part of such an amazing community.

A huge thank you to Coahoma Baseball and Softball, Stanton Baseball, Big Spring Little League, and Colorado City Little League for allowing us to be part of the game we all love.

We also want to recognize all the volunteer coaches — thank you for investing your time, energy, and heart into these kids’ lives. The impact you make goes far beyond the field.

To all the new umpires who came out this season, thank you as well. We are continuing to grow as a family, and we hope to keep building something special together.

And finally, a special thank you to our senior umpires graduating this year — never stop pursuing your dreams and chasing greatness. The future is bright for each and every one of you.

“Teamwork divides the task and multiplies the success.”

“An umpire’s job isn’t to be noticed — it’s to protect the integrity of the game with courage, consistency, and heart.”

05/17/2026

One thing about this organization is we stick together no matter what. Rookie umpire or senior umpire — it doesn’t matter. We push each other, support each other, and represent each other the right way. At the end of the day, the West Texas Umpire Association is more than an organization — we’re a brotherhood.

“Brotherhood isn’t built when things are easy — it’s built when people stand together through everything.”