NBUA

2022 Annual Meeting
2022-09-19 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WIAA Headquarters, 435 Main Ave S, Renton, WA, 98057, United States
BOD voting closes at 6:00PM
Our Annual Meeting will be held at 6:30 on the 19th of September, 2022 at the WIAA Headquarters conference room, 435 Main Ave., Renton Washington 98057. All NBUA members in good standing are welcome to attend.
The purpose of this meeting is to announce the results of the election of Directors to serve on the NBUA Board of Directors. That will be the only purpose of the meeting other than to receive brief comments, verbal or written, from any members present.
For the Board of Directors
Peyton Coffin Dale Wilson
Member Services, NBUA Secretary, NBUA

NBUA Banquet
2022-09-17 18:00 - 22:00 | Maplewood Country Club, 4050 SE Maple Valley Rd, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
The annual NBUA banquet will be held, awards will be given, etc. Drinks at 6:00PM, dinner at 7:00PM. Bring extra guests for $35 each. Contact Peyton Coffin about attendance.

NBUA Golf Tournament
2022-09-17 12:30 - 17:00 | Maplewood Country Club, 4050 SE Maple Valley Rd, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Golf tournament: 18 holes = $69.00 including cart. Tee times will start about 12:30 PM. NBUA members are welcome to enter your own foursome and invite guests to play. Your Wisely account will be charged. Maplewood has a very nice driving range if you’d like to warm up.
Please confirm as soon as possible. Banquet reservations and golf tournament cutoff date will be September 1st. The golf tournament will be limited to 40 golfers, so let us know now.
Our brother umpire Dave Tiffany will be coordinating the golfers in the NBUA Golf Tournament.

Electronic Voting
2022-09-12 08:00 - 2022-09-19 18:00
Each member will be issued a distinct voting ID. Watch your e-mail for your unique ID.

Ask the Candidates Responses Published
2022-09-05 08:00 - 17:00
The Board candidates responses to the questions submitted by the membership will be published on the website, see “Information”

Q & A Responses Due
2022-09-02 00:00
Board candidates will need to respond to the questions submitted by the membership by this date if they want their answers published.

Candidate Statements will be published
2022-08-22 08:00 - 17:00
The Candidate Statements will be published to the website (see right hand sidebar or look under “Information”)

Candidate Statements are due
2022-08-17 00:00
Candidates may prepare a statement that imparts why you are interested in serving your fellows and may mention what issues are of interest to you.

Nominations Close
2022-08-16 00:00
Nominations for the Board of Directors will close at midnight.

Ask the Candidates
2022-08-12 08:00 - 2022-08-26 17:00
The membership is invited to submit questions for the Board candidates to answer. There will be about a two week window for question submittal. Submit questions thru Corky Trewin.

Call to Candidates
2022-08-07
Nominations for the NBUA Board of Directors is open. Contact Corky Trewin, Elections Director

3-Man Refresher Training
2022-05-01 19:00 - 21:00
The High School playoff season is right around the corner and many of us need to brush up on our 3-man mechanics after doing 2-man all spring. This is designed for B-Tier, A-Tier and T-Tier umpires. It will be an online meeting via Zoom. Invitations for the meeting will be sent out to those umpires who have qualified for the post season.

High School Season Starts
2022-03-11 08:00 - 17:00
Seattle area High School games are scheduled to start today weather and COVID permitting.

Apprentice and C-Tier Training
2022-03-10 18:30 - 21:00
One last Zoom training session where we learn about how to use Arbiter to get our game assignments and about the evaluation system. Also Plays at the plate and anything else that needs to be discussed. Bring your questions, this may be your last chance before someone puts you on the field.

Annual Business Meeting
2022-03-08 18:30 - 20:30
During this meeting we will lay out the current status of the NBUA. We will hand out awards to those umpires that worked a century of games in 2021 and introduce our new apprentices that have survived the grueling training regiment we have subjected them to. New policies are explained and questions are answered.
This is for All Tiers: Apprentice, C-Tier, B-Tier, A-Tier and T-Tier

Scrimmage Training
2022-03-05 09:00 - 16:00
This is for Apprentice, C-Tier and B-Tier umpires. We will assign appropriate level umpires to work practice games. They will be overseen by upper tier umpires. Assignments will be sent out via e-mail. If you want to be assigned to a specific game, please contact your training coordinator.
As before A-Tier and T-Tier umpires are encouraged to participate as trainers

NFHS Test Review
2022-03-03 18:30 - 21:00
This is for All Tiers: Apprentice, C-Tier, B-Tier, A-Tier and T-Tier
NBUA Umpires – The NBUA training schedule usually devotes one session to a review of the High School Rules test study guide. This year is no different; however, this year we will execute the training in a virtual environment. This will require some preparation, so we all get the most out of the training.

Make sure you have your NFHS 2022 Rules Book and the NFHS 2022 Case Book.
If you do not have access to the NFHS 2022 Rules Book and Case Book, Click Here
Recommend you download the 2022 WOA Baseball Study Guide, Click Here

In recent years, we typically split into 10 groups for 20-30 minutes and each group discussed and answered the 5 questions allocated to their group. Then we re-grouped and listened to a representative from each group answer their 5 questions.
This year, we will adopt a similar format as best we can considering the virtual environment,

We will split into 8 groups (depending on the first letter of your last name as specified in the table below).
Each group is allocated a page of the 9-page study guide (starting with page 2).
We will allocate 20 minutes for each member to study and answer the questions on their assigned page.
Then we will re-group and proceed through each question. We will read the question, then query the members for an answer. Please only offer an answer for the page you’ve been assigned. This maximizes the number of members who can respond and contribute.
When we are reviewing your assigned page and you wish to respond, please “raise your hand” and wait to be acknowledged or type answer in chat.

Note that we will keep a running log of the answers visible throughout the session.
This virtual environment provides plenty of challenges for this type of training. We hope the plan we’ve set-up lends itself to an informative and enjoyable session with good participation. Thanks for your support.

Training Plan:

6:30-6:40pm
Introduction and description of the training (H. VonJouanne and G. Campbell)

6:40-7:00pm
Individual Rules Review – each umpire will study and answer questions depending on the first letter of their last name.

Page 1: Concussion Protocol and Pitch Count (answered by anyone in the group)
Page 2-9: NFHS Rules Questions – split into 8 groups to answer the questions.
· If your last name starts with T, U, V, W, X, Y, or Z answer the questions on Page 2.
· If your last name starts with Q, R, or S answer the questions on Page 3.
· If your last name starts with N, O, or P answer the questions on Page 4.
· If your last name starts with K, L or M answer the questions on Page 5.
· If your last name starts with H, I, or J answer the questions on Page 6.
· If your last name starts with E, F, or G answer the questions on Page 7.
· If your last name starts with C or D answer the questions on Page 8.
· If your last name starts with A or B answer the questions on Pg 9.

7:00-9:00pm
Rules review as a group.
· Page 1: (Concussion and Pitch Count) answered by anyone in the group.
· Page 2: answered by last names starting with T, U, V, W, X, Y, or Z
· Page 3: answered by last names starting with Q, R, or S
· Page 4: answered by last names starting with N, O, or P
· Page 5: answered by last names starting with K, L, or M
· Page 6: answered by last names starting with H, I, or J
· Page 7: answered by last names starting with E, F, or G
· Page 8: answered by last names starting with C or D
· Page 9: answered by last names starting with A or B

NOTE: We will keep a running log of the answers visible throughout the session.
NOTE: When we are reviewing your assigned page and you wish to respond, please raise your hand and wait to be acknowledged or type answer in chat.

Deadline for MSA
2022-03-01
All members who wish to be assigned games in the upcoming season, must have signed the Members Service Agreement by the end of the day. To reach the MSA, click on “Members”, then click on “Members Service Agreement”. Read the agreement and then click on the link at the bottom of the page. Another form will be displayed asking for your e-mail address, first and last names. Submit that form and you are done. Easy Peasy.

Scrimmage Training
2022-02-25 - 2022-02-26
This is for Apprentice, C-Tier and B-Tier umpires. We are working with various teams who are having practice games to allow us to send umpires of the appropriate levels to those games. You will need to request an assignment.
As before A-Tier and T-Tier umpires are encouraged to participate as trainers

NFHS Rules with Tim Stevens
2022-02-24 18:30 - 21:00
This is our yearly class with National Federation of High School (NFHS) rules expert, Tim Stevens. This year, it will likely be another Zoom meeting. But, at least, we will get to hear what he has to say about the latest rule changes and the subtle interpretations. Come for the rules, stay for the Old Testament references.
This is for All Tiers: Apprentice, C-Tier, B-Tier, A-Tier and T-Tier

B-Tier Scrimmage Training
2022-02-19
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 are filled.

Apprentice and C-Tier Scrimmage Training
2022-02-18 - 2022-02-19
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 switching off between innings.
Call Bill Fitzgerald (425-802-1218) for assignments. Call early before all the slots are filled

B-Tier, A-Tier and T-Tier Training
2022-02-16 18:30 - 21:00
This is an online class for upper tier umpires using Zoom. The proposed subjects for this class are:
Hybrid Stance
Tier Expectations
Game Management

Apprentice and C-Tier Training
2022-02-15 18:30 - 21:00
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 are being Posted on the Training Schedule page a day or two afterward. Feel free to use these recordings to brush up on anything that you didn’t get the first time through. Or use the links to training sessions you did not attend live to see what you’ve missed. No training credit is given for missed sessions but the information is still relevant.

Apprentice and C-Tier Field Mechanics
2022-02-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Eastside Catholic High School, 232 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074, United States
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.

Apprentice and C-Tier Plate Training
2022-02-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Eastside Catholic High School, 232 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074, United States
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 to conduct plate training in the morning using “soft toss” . As a result, full plate gear is NOT required but bring your mask if you have one. You are free to wear the full plate outfit if you think it will help you get the feel better, of course.

Apprentice and C-Tier Training
2022-02-10 18:30 - 21:00
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” word)

B-Tier, A-Tier, T-Tier Training
2022-02-09 18:30 - 21:00
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 Training Support

Apprentice and C-Tier Training
2022-02-08 18:30 - 21:00
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 with your partner, how to work with players, Catcher Report.

Apprentice and C-Tier Training
2022-02-05 09:00 - 14:00 | Eastside Catholic High School, 232 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074, United States
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 session will be Obstruction/Interference, Appeals, How to use Arbiter for Scheduling games, How to Use Arbiter Pay and Wisely to receive pay for School games.
