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Umpires

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Umpires

Umpires are some of the most important members of our program. By virtue of his/her role, the umpire provides leadership and represents authority on the field. All managers, coaches, and spectators should provide an example of cooperation, understanding, and respect for the umpire's judgment and Little League rules.

The Umpire's word is final on all judgment calls. Coaches, players, and spectators may not argue with the umpire over judgment calls. Each umpire has the right to disqualify any player, coach, manager, or substitute for objecting to decisions or for unsportsmanlike conduct or language and to eject them from the playing field. Managers, and only managers, may ask for a clarification about the rules of the game, or an interpretation of a rule. If there is reasonable doubt that any umpire's decision may be in conflict with the rules, the manager may appeal the decision and ask that a correct ruling be made. All questions, protests, interpretation of rules, and suggestions should be addressed to the Chief Umpire.

Many of our league umpires are former Menlo Atherton Little League players. Umpiring is an excellent way to build confidence and to stay involved in baseball after 'graduating' from Little League. Umpires are placed in divisions based on their age and umpiring experience. All umpire candidates must apply by February 17th and attend both umpire training sessions in Jan/Feb. The season begins March 3rd.

Requirements:

  • Umpires must be at least 13 yrs old, baseball age (as of April 30, 2012)
  • Must have played at least 4 years of Little League Baseball

Training Sessions:


There will be two training sessions for all umpires in Jan/Feb 2012 (exact time and place TBD). All umpires must attend these important training sessions. Umpires for MA-LL are given significant responsibility (even at the A/AA level) and are expected to know the rules. These sessions will be important to becoming certified to umpire.

  • Classroom Session - TBD
  • On-Field Training - TBD

Sign-Ups:

Anyone 15 years old or older who is interested in umpiring AAA or Majors should fill out the Umpire Sign-Up Form and return it by email to Chief Umpire, Jon Duane (email to jon_duane@mckinsey.com) or fax to (650) 842-5850. Returning umpires should email Jon Duane to confirm their interest.

If you are 13-14 and would like to umpire A/AA, please return the form to Mike McKay (email to michaeljmckay@gmail.com).

Umpire Commissioners: