Just wanted to take this time to announce that this morning I was informed that Donald Kirby has officially retired from the Marcus hook softball associations umpire and chief position. Donald Kirby has been with me ever since I took over hook in fall 2011. He has been involved in the softball community ever since I could remember. Donald Kirby has dedicated a lot of his time and energy into making softball in our area what it is today. Donald has stuck with me through thick and thin and I will miss him greatly. Donald I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Thanks again for all your hard work you have done for our league, for our charity tournaments and for being the friend you are to me personally. God bless you Mr Kirby and enjoy your retirement.