If there's a parent abusing an umpire, the coach should call time out and quietly ask the parent to stop. Request a full private discussion for after the game.
That little guy up there just wants to play ball and have fun. And that adult just wants to help him.
But apparently Mom and Dad are driving one away from the game, and making the other unhappy...or embarrassed.
According to Today, youth sports referees and umpires are leaving...