Thanks Steve, I agree that a responsible breeder with a great reputation doesn't have to be one of the big guys. I'm not even ready to choose a breeder at this point.
Kaorte, Thank you as well. I had been considering using tubs if I get a hatchling, though eventually I'd like a cage. I understand the use of tubs if you have enough snakes to use a rack and also get why a glass tank isn't the best option for the snake. I figure a cage as mentioned above will be great for me so I can see my Ball easily and will also be great for the snake. The other reason I think would be great for me is because I have kids ranging in age from not really old enough to know better, to old enough to know better and too young to care, so my cage will be locked!