August 12, 2026

Photograph : Still in the game

John Mastalir works home plate during a matchup between Foothill and Cheyenne high schools. The 50-year veteran umpire, who has no plans to retire, figures he's called about 3,000 games in his career.

Leila Navidi

John Mastalir works home plate during a matchup between Foothill and Cheyenne high schools. The 50-year veteran umpire, who has no plans to retire, figures he's called about 3,000 games in his career.