This will be the second session and first in person meetup for the new Apprentice class of NBUA umpires.  It will be held in a classroom in a building near the football field.  For directions, please contact Brian Sweet (The Director of Training). Subjects Covered: Plate Basics (Jim Evan’s PPT) Slot basics with mechanics Strike […]

This will be another online training session via Zoom.  The returning C-Tier umpires will join with the new Apprentice class from this point going forward. Subjects Covered: Pre-Game/Post-Game MLB Rules: Runner Rules What is a Trouble Ball WOA Umpire Mechanics

This is an online class that will be held on Zoom.  It is intended for upper tier umpires but any members of the NBUA are welcomed.  Please see Brian Sweet for details for the login to this session. Subjects proposed for discussion: Obstruction/Interference Malicious contact Ejections/Game management

This will be another online Zoom class. Subjects to be covered include: Baseball rules - 8.00 the pitcher MLB Rules (non-runner, pitcher, batter) MLB Rules: Batter Rules Base Awards WOA […]

This is the first day of scrimmages.  Upper tier umpires will be given opportunities to work with real time play as teams practice for the upcoming season.  They can also […]

This will be a class held in person in-doors. Subjects to be covered include: Obstruction/Interference

For the Apprentices, this will be an introduction to Field Mechanics (i.e. the physical acts of umpiring)  We will be meeting on the baseball field and there might even be […]

More scrimmages available for upper Tier umpires. Scrimmages have been canceled because we couldn't find any teams practicing in this weather.  Better luck next time.

This will be another online class Subjects include: MLB Rules: Pitcher Rules HS Rules (15-20 diff) PPT Keys to umpiring baseball How to work with your Partner How to work […]

This will be another online class Subjects will include: HS/MLB rules difference Appeals Getting/giving help to your partner