Can a coach request for an umpire to be removed if they lose confidence in that umpire during the game?

In the context of high school baseball, the integrity and flow of the game are paramount. The decision to have an umpire removed from a game is significant and is typically not allowed at the discretion of a coach during the course of play.

Coaches may express concerns or disagreements with calls made by the umpire; however, the overall responsibility for maintaining the officiating team lies with the governing body of the sport, which usually does not permit mid-game changes in umpires. Removing an umpire typically requires a valid reason, such as a serious infraction or misconduct, rather than subjective feelings of confidence.

This adherence to maintaining the same umpiring crew throughout the game ensures consistency in officiating and prevents disruptions, which could affect the game's integrity and rhythm. Therefore, the game must continue with all assigned umpires regardless of a coach's confidence in their performance.