District 8 Little League UIC 2019

Jack Kaplan Cell: 315 225-0582

Jack.kaplan@us.af.mi l

Jkaplan3@twcny.rr.com

405 Longmeadow Drive

Syracuse, New York 13205

Baseball Assignor Mark White cell 315 447-2956 home 315 469-0236

Softball Assignor Dick Lagona cell 315 374-6241

Mr. Daniel Cavallo

District 8 Administrator – NY State Director/Tournament Coordinator

LL Office: 315-463-8176 Cell: 315-247-0978 Bus: 315-458-9568 Fax: 315-458-1832

E-mail: LITLEAG@aol.com Website: NYDistrict8LL.com

BYLAWS

OF THE

DISTRICT 8 BASEBALL/ SOFTBALL UMPIRES ASSOCIATION

District 8 Baseball / Softball Umpires Association (DBSUA) has contracted with District 8 Little League to provide umpires for their respective leagues. Since that time, the DBSUA has earned the reputation of providing proficient, well-trained umpires who are capable of officiating successfully at the state and national levels of competition.

1. PURPOSE

The Bylaws of the DBSUA are established to provide expectations, procedures, and other relevant information to ensure that the Association’s outstanding reputation for high levels of excellence is maintained.

2. MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING REQUIREMENTS

A DBSUA member shall be a member in good standing if s/he meets all of the requirements of (1) District 8 Little league umpire certification, (2) meeting attendance, (3) payment of dues; and (4) conduct.

1. District 8 Little league Umpire Certification

Rookie (Black Shirts) umpires shall complete his/her on-field clinic and achieve a score of at least 70% on the rules exam.

Veteran umpires shall complete his/her on-field clinic and achieve a score of 90% on the rules exam in a two year period or evaluation by UIC or designee

Veteran and rookie umpires will be given an opportunity to correct their answers on the rules exam if a passing grade is not achieved by researching the question in the rule book and noting the applicable rule and page number(s) on a separate page.

2. Meeting Attendance

Members must attend 100% of the scheduled DBSUA general membership meeting.

At the meeting you MUST sign pertinent papers (background check), take test if given, pay dues and have insurance card.

District 8 umpire priority is District 8 games. All games will be assigned by the assigner. NO umpires will call the coaches directly looking for games. If this happens you will be asked to leave as a District 8 umpire.

There are no issues umpiring other NON District 8 games as long if you’re not assigned for a District 8 game.

3. Association Dues

Full payment of annual dues are due upon registration unless payment arrangements have been made with the DBSUA UIC. The dues for 2019 is $50.

Members who do not satisfy the arrangements of the payment agreement with the UIC shall not be a member in good standing until the dues are paid in full. Also no games will be assigned until all dues are paid.

A background check is required yearly. The UIC will contact you. If you do get a background check you cannot umpire.

4. Conduct

All members shall conduct themselves in a professional manner while performing their assigned duties.

Umpires shall be free of obligation to any interest other than the impartial and fair judging of baseball competitions.

Umpires shall hold and maintain the basic tenets of officiating which include history, integrity, neutrality, respect, sensitivity, professionalism, discretion and tactfulness.

Umpires shall master both rules of the game and mechanics necessary to enforce the rules, and shall exercise authority in an impartial, firm and controlled manner.

Umpires shall uphold the honor and dignity of the profession in all interactions with athletes, coaches, and the public.

Umpires shall display and execute superior communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal.

Umpires shall recognize that anything that may lead to a conflict of interest, either real or apparent must be avoided. Gifts, favors, special treatment, privileges, employment or a personal relationship with a team that can compromise the perceived impartiality of officiating must be avoided.

Umpires shall prepare themselves both physically and mentally; shall dress neatly and appropriately to, during and from a contest; and shall comport themselves in a manner consistent with the high standards of the profession.

Umpires shall work with fellow officials in a spirit of harmony and cooperation in spite of differences of opinion that may arise during debate of points or rules at issue.

Umpires shall not smoke or use any form of tobacco on or in the vicinity of the playing area, nor drink any alcoholic beverages or use any drugs on the day of the contest.

Umpires shall not; when observing a game, publicly criticize or demean other officials as they officiate a baseball contest.

Umpires shall be punctual and professional in the fulfillment of all contractual obligations.

Umpires shall resist every temptation and outside pressure to use one’s position as an official to benefit oneself.

Umpires shall accept responsibility for all actions taken. Not at any time, lay a hand upon, push, shove, and strike or threaten a

Coach, player or Spectator. Not at any time, be guilty of any verbal abuse, either directly or

indirectly, toward any Coach, Player or Spectator, or at any time, use profane, obscene or vulgar language in any manner.

Display impatience or be perceived as aggressive, confrontational, hot-headed or short-tempered.

Create unnecessary friction or be responsible for having escalated a situation

Any violations of this Code of Conduct could require the umpire to appear before the Executive Board. Any violation could also result in expulsion from the program, if deemed necessary by the Executive Board and or UIC.

I have read the District 8 Code of Conduct and I agree to adhere to it:

_________________________________________________Print Umpire Name

____________________________________________________Signature of Umpire Date

This form will be at the yearly meeting to sign.

EVALUATION

The UIC or designee is responsible for the training and evaluation of all rookie and veteran DBSUA umpires. A “rookie” or Black Shirt is defined as an umpire who has less than two years of experience; a “veteran” or Senior Umpire is defined as an umpire who has two or more years of experience.

1. The Umpire-in-Chief shall chair , train and general responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Scheduling and conducting annual training clinics; Keeping a current log of the membership’s training attendance (i.e. National Schools,

State Schools, high schools, local clinics, etc.); Maintaining the membership’s current written test scores; Recommending a umpire to get more training, less games, fired, etc.;

Field and Rules Clinics

Clinics for returning and new umpires will be scheduled, if necessary, before the start of each season.

A DBSUA rules clinic will be offered to all umpires in April. The rules clinic is mandatory with umpire meeting if needed.

DBSUA field clinic attendance is MANDATORY for anyone (including returning rookie and veteran umpires) wanting to serve as a DBSUA umpire.

Officials will not be allowed to umpire until s/he has attended a field clinic, and or attend the mandatory umpire meeting.

Evaluations

A beginning umpire will be evaluated at least once during each of his/her first two seasons by a qualified Senior Umpire.

Any umpire will be evaluated by UIC at any time. UIC will also evaluate when asked to evaluate another umpire for comments.

GAME ASSIGNMENTS that will be assigned by our Assignors only!

Availability, Game Responsibilities, Reporting Time / Assignors

Should let your assignor know by phone call or email

Umpires must report to their assigned fields NO LATER than 30 prior to game start Umpires who may be late to game must contact his/her or call your assignor ASAP. Baseball Mark White cell 315 447-2956 home 315 469-0236 Softball Dick Lagona cell 315 374-6241 UIC Jack Kaplan cell 315 225-0582 if you cannot get assignors

Penalties for Tardiness or Missed Assignments

An umpire who misses an assignment without appropriately contacting assignor, or who otherwise misses an assignment without good reason as determined by the UIC, will be considered to be a “no show” and will not be scheduled for next game assignment

An umpire who arrives late to a game without notification to assignor will not be asked to do the next game or if there are two umpires then the one umpire will do the game and collect their fee

Uniforms

All umpires must report to their assigned fields in the proper uniform. A uniform shall be clean, pressed/ironed where needed, free from excessive wear, and consistent with uniform items approved by the Board and District 8

Umpires must refrain from presenting an unprofessional appearance in public before, during, or immediately after an assignment. Examples of an unacceptable appearance are, but are not limited to, not tucking in a shirt, turning an umpire’s cap to the side or backwards, and leaving sunglasses on an umpire’s cap for an unreasonable period of time once the sun has set.

Uniforms may be ordered through the DBSUA Director (or other designated member) or may be ordered online at OfficialGear.com, reseller or Mr.C’s Mr. Daniel Cavallo

Penalties for Non-Compliance of Uniform Standards o An umpire who is observed arriving to or working at an assignment out of

proper uniform by a UIC and District 8 Little league. Umpires who violate uniform standards are expected to correct the noted deficiencies (purchase the necessary uniform item, refrain from wearing unapproved slacks or jacket, etc.) by their next assignment date. Special circumstances and exceptions may be considered by the UIC.

Rainouts

Assignments are lost if games are cancelled due to weather or other reasons; same umpires will be considered for the make-up games based on availability. The assignor signs not umpires. In other words do no tell the coach I will be doing your rain make up.

Umpires should not assume that games have been postponed due to bad weather or other reasons and should check the field status and call your assignor.

ACCEPTING BASEBALL OR SOFTBALL ASSIGNMENTS FROM OUTSIDE THE ASSOCIATION

Members shall consider the needs of the DBSUA before accepting baseball or softball games from other organizations, and shall first consult with the UIC or other appropriate personal like the assignor. District 8 takes priority.

The Association should recognize the needs or goals of its members who officiate in softball games outside the purview of the DBSUA. Accordingly, the Association shall, in good faith, allow as much scheduling flexibility as is possible to its members who umpire softball games for other organizations.

Umpire Check List1. Proper Uniform:

Clean, Shined Black Shoes Black Socks Heather Gray Pants Black Belt Undershirt Umpire Jersey with Little League patch on left shoulder Umpire Cap Plate umpire

- Protective Gear (shoes, leg guards inside pants, chest protector, mask, throat guard, cup)- Ball Bag - If you are base umpire do not wear

Base umpire- Red Flag or hat - 60 foot diamond only

2. Be at field 30 minutes before game time.3. Pre-game umpire to umpire conference:

Introductions Local ground rules Fair/Foul coverage Catch/No catch responsibility Tag-ups/Touches Fly balls to outfield Fly balls to infield Base umpire goes to outfield Coverage at 1st and 3rd bases Live ball (put back in play after all dead ball situations ) Fences and trouble spots Umpire positioning Runners lane violation Overthrows and awarding bases Infield fly and Dropped 3rd strike Inspect equipment in dugouts (safety check) Umpire hand signals

Red Flag – When officiating Little League Major Division baseball, and below, a red flag is necessary equipment for a base umpire. It is used to indicate when a base runner leaves the base prior to the pitch reaching the batter.

Protective Gear –The home plate umpire will wear equipment under his/her pants that protect the shins and knees; and under the shirt to protect the chest, shoulders and torso.

An athletic supporter is to be worn by male umpires and is strongly recommended for female umpires to protect the groin area

The head gear for a home plate umpire can either be a conventional mask or hockey-style helmet. Again, based on fit and preference, the mask or helmet is designed to protect the face, chin, and neck. A dangling throat guard is optional, but recommended all pieces of the umpire uniform are to be kept in clean and pristine condition.

Hints on How to Improve Your Game

Listening Skills When a player or coach comes out to discuss I argue a play; allow him to have his say. Listen calmly and without interruption. He will soon talk himself out if you do not add to the conversation. This will allow you time to collect your thoughts and then explain yourself properly.

Be Consistent

As bad as it may seem, teams would rather have umpires who are consistently bad than those who are inconsistent. Players can adjust to umpires who call strikes on all eye-high pitches, but they cannot adjust to those who call the pitch a strike one time and a ball the next. When an umpire is inconsistent, pitchers don't know how to pitch and batters don't when to swing.

Hustle You may misinterpret or misapply a rule you may even be out of position and blow a judgement call, but you ·should never fail to hustle. To err is human, to not hustle is inexcusable.

Keep Your Cool When everyone else around you is Iosing their heads, YOU MUST REMAIN CALM, as the stress increases in any situation, your poise must increase accordingly for you to be able to control the game.

Hear Only What Needs To Be Heard When you have a close play where a runner is called out, or if you call out a batter on strikes and he says something under his breath as he walks away, ignore it unless he uses a profanity that can be heard by others or gets personal in a way that questions your integrity. The umpire who has to have the last word, or who has rabbit ears, will not be respected nor accepted. Some things are better off ignored:

Work With the Scorer Make sure your signals are clear and you’re verbal loud enough for the scorer to hear so they do not have to continually ask" what was the call"

Use a Strong Voice A good strong voice is essential in umpiring. The voice tone, pitch and volume help to make calls more convincing; a voice that is clear, positive and authoritative is an asset in communicating, talk slowly and use a slightly deeper voice when umpiring than you do in your everyday life.

Make the Signal Match the Type of Play Use very basic conservative signals when plays are obvious~ to everyone. But, when a play is close and you need to be convincing, use strong, high energy signals that are convincing and yet not embarrassing to the player involved.

Establish a Consistent Timing and Rhythm Credibility is important in umpiring. Everything you do with your voice, facial expressions and body movements contributes to your credibility. If you change the timing or rhythm of your voice, or offer some change in your signal which is perceived to be different than intended or desired, your call may have been correct but it will be that much harder to sell. You must practice to develop smooth timing and rhythm in your voice and signals so they are the same on each pitch. A called third strike does, however, require a bigger call than one or two, but the timing must be the same.

Take Your Time and Get It Right Calling a play quickly does not sell it. Getting good position, waiting for the play to complete itself, using a good voice and signal will sell the call. Do not anticipate the play and call – let it happen.

Tips for Conducting an Effective Pregame Plate ConferenceIntroductions and Procedures

To be completed before the plate conference, the pregame inspection of playing equipment (bats, batter’s helmets, catcher’s gear and helmet) is to be done to assure the safety of the players, and that the equipment to be used in the game is in accordance with Little League rules and regulations.

Umpire crew introduction to each manager/coach. Learn the first name of the manager for each team to establish a personable rapport. When shaking hands to end the meeting, use their first name to wish each “good luck” in the game.

Collect, review, and confirm lineups. Ask if any players are ineligible to pitch based on the pitch count regulation.

Playing field ground rules. Be sure to point out areas in foul territory that are designated “out of play,” or have the potential cause a stoppage of play.

Reminder for Managers and Coaches Follow all of Little League’s rules, regulations, and principles for safety and

sportsmanship. To avoid setting a negative tone, umpires are encouraged to keep the following points in

mind, but advised NOT to verbalize them during the plate conference. While conducting equipment inspection prior to the game, informally and politely remind each team’s manager of the following:

No throwing helmets or bats (automatic game ejection). Helmets must be worn at all times for all offensive players on the field (even in foul

territory). A helmet is to be worn by an offensive player not in the lineup who is designated to

retrieve the bat after each at-bat. No jewelry of any kind is to be worn (except for Medical Alert bracelets or necklaces). Hustle on and off the field as means to keep the game moving at a consistent pace. For safety reasons, all players are to remain inside the dugout when on offense, with the

exception of the current batter.

Manager/Coach Ground Rules Ask if all male players are properly equipped with athletic supporters that protect the

groin area (require a verbal response). Explain that time will not be granted for managers to discuss “judgment calls” made by

umpires (safes, outs, balls, strikes, etc.) Do not leave the dugout until a proper time-out is called or granted by an umpire.

Knowing what is to be discussed during the plate conference comes from practice and repetition. This is your first, best opportunity to set the mood for the game, and establish a positive, working

dialogue with each team’s coaching staff. Be polite and respectful of their positions, and by all means necessary, avoid using a dictatorial tone or arrogant attitude. Lastly, avoid the phrase, “Are there any questions?” The plate conference is not the time or place for a clinic on the

playing rules and regulations.

By following these guidelines, you have subtly placed yourself, and your partners, into a respectful position that may help your position if a tense situation arises during the game.

2019 Umpire Fees Baseball and Softball

Major / Minor games –

1 Blue Shirt or 1 Red Shirt - $50.00 per game

2 Blue Shirts or 2 Red Shirts or combination of both - $35.00 per umpire

1 Blue or Red Shirt with 1 Black Shirt:

Blue or Red Shirt - $40.00

Black Shirt - $20.00

1 Black Shirt - $30.00 per game

2 Black Shirts - $20.00 per umpire

Junior / Senior games -

1 Umpire - $70.00 per game

2 Umpires - $50.00 per umpire

18u Pony League games -

1 Umpire - $80.00 per game

2 Umpires - $60.00 per umpire

*** Fees are split between Teams prior to the start of each game ***

(These Fees include District 8 Travel League games, All Stars or Tournament games, and Fall Ball games that are assigned by the District. Individual League fees may differ in price.)

No Show/Forfeit Fees or Travel Fees FormName

Address

Date

Field

Time

Level

Home Team

Visiting

Team

Partner

Amt Owe

dNotes

City State Zip

To be reimbursed for No Show/Forfeit Fees or Travel Fees you must fill out this form and return it to District 8 at the end of each month. It can be mailed to: Dan Cavallo, at: Mr. C’s, 6088E.Taft Rd, North Syracuse, NY 13212 or 201 Norwood Ave Syracuse NY 13206

This form will be given to the Umpire In Chief for verification and the payment will then be made to the umpire/umpires. If you do not submit this form you will not be paid for these extra fees.The No Show/ Forfeit Fee is $15.00 per umpire and is to be paid to an umpire who shows up for an assigned game, where either no teams are there or one team does not have enough kids to play the game. This Fee will not be paid if the game is cancelled and posted on the Newsline an hour prior to the scheduled game start time. The Travel Fee is $10.00 per driver . The Travel Fee will be paid for games assigned in the following locations: APW, Central Square, Fulton, Oswego, Phoenix, Mexico and Marcellus.

District 8 Little League Senior Umpire AssociationRegistration Form 2019

Name: _______________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________

City: __________________________ State: ______ Zip: ____________

Home Phone: ___________ Cell: ____________

E-Mail: ______________________________________________________

Fee paid:______ Code of Conduct:________

I, the under signed, understand that I am applying for membership in District 8 Little League Senior Umpire Association. I understand that the membership dues is $50.00 per season payable to District 8 Little League.

I agree to comply with all the rules and regulations set forth by the Association and by District 8 Little League, in its capacity as the governing body of the District 8 Senior Umpire Association.I have read the District 8’s Code of Conduct and understand and will adhere to the policy as set forth.

_________________________________ ____________________Signature Date

Umpire Name: Game Date: Home Team: Umpire

EvaluationsPark:

Visiting Team: Umpire Level:

Field: Level of Play:

Give an overall rating for each umpire based on the following scale:

5=Excellent 4=Very Good 3=Good 2=Fair 1=Poor Please circle– 1 for Each Question & Each Umpire – Complete Section 1 & 4 for each umpire and either section 2 or 3 depending on work assignment.

Questions Rating Comments

Section 1

Did the umpire arrive on time? 5 4 3 2 1

Were they in the proper uniform in the proper condition?

5 4 3 2 1

Did the official understand / conduct a pre-game conference?

5 4 3 2 1

Was proper focus / alertness demonstrated

5 4 3 2 1

Did the official move to the correct coverage positions during playing action?

5 4 3 2 1

Were the calls loud / clear enough? 5 4 3 2 1

Did the umpire "sell" calls when appropriate?

5 4 3 2 1

Did the official have control of the game?

5 4 3 2 1

Were the rules of the game properly understood / applied?

5 4 3 2 1

Was there consistency of rulings throughout the game?

5 4 3 2 1

Did the official hustle? 5 4 3 2 1

Was the umpire distracting during live action?

5 4 3 2 1

Was the umpire receptive when questioned?

5 4 3 2 1

Would you want to work with / request this umpire?

5 4 3 2 1

Section 2

Plate UmpireWas strike zone consistent for both teams?

5 4 3 2 1

Mechanics / style / form 5 4 3 2 1 Use of voice 5 4 3 2 1 Feet, body, head positioning 5 4 3 2 1 Timing behind the plate 5 4 3 2 1 Hustle / Mobility / Coordination 5 4 3 2 1 Reaction to development of plays 5 4 3 2 1 Communication with partner 5 4 3 2 1 General demeanor behind the plate 5 4 3 2 1 Appearance

Section 3

Base Umpire

5 4 3 2 1

Judgment of plays 5 4 3 2 1 Positioning of plays 5 4 3 2 1 Use of voice 5 4 3 2 1 Feet, body, head positioning 5 4 3 2 1 Timing behind the plate 5 4 3 2 1 Hustle / Mobility / Coordination 5 4 3 2 1 Reaction to development of plays 5 4 3 2 1 Communication with partner 5 4 3 2 1 General demeanor behind the plate 5 4 3 2 1 Appearance

Section 4

Consistency of Attitude

5 4 3 2 1

Enthusiasm 5 4 3 2 1 Projection of confidence 5 4 3 2 1 Body Language 5 4 3 2 1 Fraternization 5 4 3 2 1 Eagerness to learn and improve 5 4 3 2 1 Willingness to accept constructive criticism

5 4 3 2 1

Relationship with crew and others 5 4 3 2 1 Professional on and off the field 5 4 3 2 1 Knowledge / application of rules and interpretations

5 4 3 2 1

Overall ability in handling situations 5 4 3 2 1

Professional on and off the field 5 4 3 2 1 Verbal communication, taking action, tact 5 4 3 2 1 Handling of pressure 5 4 3 2 1

District 8 Little League Severe Weather Policy

  Regarding Practice:

The coach in charge of the practice shall immediately suspend or cancel practice and players and coaches shall retreat to automobiles or a secure structure with four walls and a roof in the event of any of the following:

(a) The sound of thunder(b) The sight of lightning

No players will be permitted to remain on the field or in open dugouts for any reason. Coaches are urged to monitor weather conditions and to use their best judgment regarding adverse weather. A coach may postpone or cancel practice at any time that he or she believes that it is unsafe to continue for any weather related reason. A practice may resume following suspension, at the discretion of the coach, if no thunder is heard or lightning is observed for a period of 20 minutes. Coaches are responsible for providing shelter to any members of the team who do not have a parent or other adult present at the field. Coaches should advise parents of this severe weather policy and should obtain contact information so that the coach can contact parents who leave their children at practice in the event of a suspension or cancellation. This policy is to the highest degree mandatory and shall be strictly enforced.

Regarding Games:

Any Umpire shall immediately suspend play in any game if he or she observes either: (a) The sound of thunder (b) The sight of lightning

All players, coaches shall immediately retreat to automobiles or a secure structure with four walls and a roof when the umpire suspends the game. No players will be permitted to remain on the field or in open dugouts for any reason. Any subsequent lightening or thunder shall cause the 20 minute suspension to begin anew. At the discretion of the umpire, if no thunder is heard or lightening is observed for a period of 20 minutes, game may resume following suspension.

When lightning or thunder that strikes within twenty minutes of game time, any Umpire will suspend the start of the game for twenty minutes. The game may start following suspension, at the discretion of the Umpire, if no thunder is heard or lightning is observed for a period of 20 minutes.

The umpire has the ability to postpone play for the remainder of the day in the event that darkness will preclude resuming play after the 20 minute suspension. If the umpire reasonably believes that the weather system is severe or prolonged such that the umpire believes that it is unlikely that the game will be resumed after consulting weather forecasts, then the umpire has the ability to postpone play for the remainder of the day or evening. If lightening or thunder is observed/ heard by anyone to include umpires, players, coaches, spectators – the umpire needs to suspend the game and remove all

players and coaches from the field. The umpire should check Little League Weatherbug App or equivalent on their phone for current weather conditions including the App Spark for current lightning strikes within the last 30 minutes. Umpires should heed the warning from Spark as to what appropriate actions should be followed, while communicating with both coaches.

The Umpire shall have the discretion to suspend or postpone play at any time that he or she believes that it is unsafe to continue for any weather related reason. A game may resume following suspension, at the discretion of the Umpire, if no thunder is heard or lightning is observed for a period of 20 minutes. This policy is to the highest degree mandatory and shall be strictly enforced.

District 8 recognizes that we all want the games to be played, and occasionally thunder may be heard in the distance with no rain at the fields and while the sun still shining. But the National Weather Service reports that lightning can strike 10 miles from a thunderstorm and it is imperative that we not take when it comes to potentially deadly lightning strikes.

The safety of our players, parents, coaches and spectators is our top priority and adherence to this policy is a major component of this priority .

UmpirePositioning Diagrams

The following Diagrams arederived from the publication“The Umpire in Little League”

The “KEY”below is used on thefollowing Diagrams:

If a runner violates the

rule by “leaving the base too soon”, be sure to drop your red signal flag (hat) immediately indicating what has happened. Continue to move to position yourself to properly call the ensuing play.After the play is completed, “time “should be called by raising your hands overhead. The violation should then be announced and the batter and base runner(s) should be sent to their appropriate bases.

Make sure your signal flag (hat) is retrieved.

NOTE: You may need to “adjust “your position in order to see “around “an infielder. Allow the infielder to take his/her position and then adjust your position accordingly –do not ask the fielder to “move”.

One Base Umpire –Bases EmptyTake position along foul line in foul territory just back of

the1stbaseman.

One Base Umpire –Runner on 2ndTake position 2 or 3 steps behind and to the left of the shortstop

to see the pitched ball reach the batter and also keep an

eye on the runneron 2nd.

One Base Umpire –Runners on 1stand 2nd

Take position 2 or 3 steps behind and to the left of the shortstop to see the

pitched ball reach the batter and also keep an eye on the runners

on 1st and 2nd

One Base Umpire –Runners on 1stand 3rdTake position 2 or 3 steps behind and to the left of the shortstop

to see the pitched ball reach the batter and also keep an eye on the

runners on 1stand 3rd.

Two Base Umpires –Bases EmptyThe 1stBase Umpire is stationed in foul territory just back of

1stbase.The 3rdBase Umpire is stationed in foul territory just back of

3rdbase.

Two Base Umpires –Runners on 1stand 2ndThe 1stBase Umpire is stationed between 1stand 2ndto see the

pitched ball reach the batter and keep an eye on the runners on 1stand 2nd. The

3rdBase Umpire is stationed in foul territory behind 3rdbase to cover any

play at 3rd.

Two Base Umpires –Runners on 2ndand 3rdThe 1stBase Umpire is stationed between 1stand 2ndto see the

pitched ball reach the batter and watch the runner on 2nd. The 3rdBase Umpire is

stationed in foul territory

behind 3rdbase to see the pitched ball reach the batter and watch the runner on 3rd.