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Umpires Needed

We are currently resting up during the winter, though Spring will be here soon. Lots of information is below, so dive in and hone your skills during the off season. Check back in around February for updated information! 

Umpire Resources

Some materials are available on the Snohomish Umpire Google Drive folder. Other materials, videos, and resources are available at the bottom of this page.

You can find the 2023 Little League rules changes and clarifications on the Little League website.

Little League Bat rules: There have been questions about what bats are permitted to be used in Little League play. To help coaches, parents, and umpires, SLL has put together a quick guide to Little League bat requirements (both baseball and softball).

Umpire Discounts! Save 10% at Gerry Davis Sports by using coupon code "LLTEN"

Other options for umpire gear are Ump-Attire, Honig's, Amazon, Out West Officials, and Epic Sports.

Virtual Training

• Little League Central Region Umpire Training and Development
•  Stu Hartenstein's Umpire Training Page (Stu is Director of the LL Central Region)
•  Little League Umpire Registry (free registration is required)
• 2022 Rules Presentations - Rule changes and definitions from the West Region Little League Umpire Alumni Association (scroll down to see sessions). You can also access the videos here and the presentation documents here.
  
• Central Region Umpire Training - Rules videos using Little League game footage to illustrate concepts (updated frequently).
• Little League University - Instructional videos provided by the official Little League site.
• Little League Umpire Registry Training - More advanced instructional videos provided by the official Little League site.
• Little League Umpiring 101 - Umpiring tips and training videos from a Kirkland-area umpire.
• 2023 Little League Rules Changes and Clarifications
• Little League Rulebook App

Guides

• 2023 Rules Instruction Manual - An annotated version of the Little League Rulebook, used in the Little League Umpire Academies.
• Snohomish Little League Condensed Umpire Manual - A condensed version of basic umpire mechanics
• Snohomish Little League Umpiring Clinic - An online version of the League-presented clinic for umpires of all experiences.
• Umpires 12 Commandments - A list of basic rules to help you maintain consistency in your game.
• Umpiring in the Slot - Steps on how to achieve the preferred umpiring position behind the plate.
• Field Mechanics Manual - A guide designed to instruct you on how to umpire on the 60-foot diamond.
• Umpire Pregame Conference - What to do to prepare for the game with your umpiring partner and coaches.
• One Umpire Mechanics Guide - Guidelines, tips, and basic rules for umpiring a game by yourself.
• Two Umpire Mechanics Guide - Basic rules and mechanics for umpiring a game with a plate and base umpire.
• Pitcher Foot Positions - A quick reference guide to pitcher foot positions for baseball and softball.

Additional Resources

The internet is a fantastic source of information for umpires, both experienced and new. Below are some of the resources we have come across for umpires:

• 3Up 3Down - A series of more advanced mechanics and rules discussions from the Little League Central Region. Includes wedge mechanics and videos illustrating concepts.
• Baseball situations are analyzed by CloseCallSports and MJH Baseball.
  
• The Little League Umpire Registry (registration is free!) gives you access to the latest information on rule updates/interpretations, umpire mechanics training videos & manuals, information and registration for available training programs, and volunteering for Regional and/or World Series tournaments. 
  
• The West Region Little League Umpire Alumni Association website has training, rules presentations, and other resources.
  
• Online Umpire Quiz - See how well you know the rules of the game with this interactive quiz that contains over 300 question.
  

Snohomish Little League Umpire-in-Chief:  Jeff Kallstrom

District 1 ADA Umpire-in-Chief: Regina Boyd

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