The morning session will be in the classroom from 9 to 11, then a break for lunch. Starting at noon we will have an introduction to field mechanics which will be held outside (weather permitting). Be prepared to run and dress for the weather. If you have a mask, bring it. Subjects for the classroom […]
Another online class using Zoom. If you aren't receiving invitations to the meetings and you want them, please contact Brian Rooney through the "Join NBUA" form found on the site home page. Proposed Subjects for this lecture will be: MLB pitching rules, High School Rule Differences, keys to success in umpiring baseball, how to work […]
A virtual training program using Zoom. You should receive an invitation to the meeting via e-mail but, if you have been missed, please contact any board member. The topics for this session have been listed as follows: NASO video - Interference/Obstruction/ Force-Play-Slide Rule Review questions for the High School DH Game Management and Field Presence Cage […]
Another online class using Zoom. Proposed subject matter will include: "We've all been there" by Tim Stevens Obstruction/Interference (with videos and discussion) Game Management Techniques Non-High School Games (how to manage Summer ball) High School Tools (how to use warnings, benchings, etc) Handling / Working with Coaches (griping and chirping and more) Ejections (the "E" […]
Plate Training session for Apprentice and C-Tier Umpires. A-Tier and T-Tier umpires are encouraged to come and help out as this will satisfy their training requirements. We will need 25 instructors if possible. A last minute change has us coming out to the field at Eastside Catholic NOT to the cages at Woodinville. We intend […]
Meet on the baseball field for this one. Dress for the weather. You might want to bring your mask and perhaps an indicator to help you practice, otherwise, no gear is necessary. Be prepared to run. A-Tier and T-Tier umpires are encouraged to participate as trainers.
Another Online class using Zoom. Subjects to be covered include: How to Use Arbiter for game scheduling How to use Arbiter Pay and Wisely to get paid When to get help / When to give help Balks (everybody's favorite) In case you haven't noticed, these classes are being recorded and the links to those recordings […]
This is an online class for upper tier umpires using Zoom. The proposed subjects for this class are: Hybrid Stance Tier Expectations Game Management
A number of teams will be participating in practice or scrimmage games over a couple of days. The idea will be to assign a number of Apprentice and C-Tier umpires to work these games and several A-Tier or T-Tier umpires to watch and coach them. Be prepared to work both positions as we will be […]
Several upper level teams will be holding practice or scrimmage games and we want to assign B-Tier umpires to these games. They will be observed by A-Tier and T-Tier umpires who will help to coach them through the games. For assignment to specific games, please call Brian Sweet (206-931-8392). Call early before all the slots […]