SCLL UMPIRES

Updated 2/10/2008

Umpire Information

Umpires, please review the umpire schedule and bid your games 2 weeks in advance by contacting Todd Anderson by e-mail or phone. tanderson33@comcast.net , 906-1476.

Umpire Game Schedule - TBA

DISTRICT 5 JUNIORS INTERLEAGUE RULES

Complete Game Schedule for Umpire Bidding TBA

CONFRONTATIONS

Have you had a confrontation with an adult manager or coach? You will !!! Stay calm. Be polite. Ask your other umpire to come and help. Explain what you saw and how you determined the out come. If it is a judgement call (strikes, balls, safes, and outs), the manager/coach has no recourse and should not be questioning it (see rule 9.02(a)). However, if it is a rule interpretation, ask the manager/coach to supply the rule number and look it up together. If both umpires agree with the manager/coach then overturn the call. If you do not agree with his interpretation then let the call stand. Always try to make the right call. Always keep your anger under control and act as a responsible adult even though those around you may not be. Avoid an ejection by giving a warning first. In most cases there is someone from the umpire committee to help you with rule interpretations but if you find yourself alone use the assets of the other umpire. Know the rules and you can be confident in your discussions. Always keep your cool. Its just a Little League game.

Did you know that we have umpire tapes that can be checked out in the SCLL Library (inside roll up by tractor)? The two that are the best are Umpire positioning (60 ft field) and Umpire Behind the Plate. They are entertaining, informative, and only last about 30 minutes. If you check them out, please bring them back quickly. They are in high demand.

YOU MAKE THE CALL - INFORMATION

BASEBALL RULE MYTHS - UNCOVERED

Hands are Part of the Bat?

The Infield Fly Rule

 

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