2025 Preseason Training:
Modules Overview
- 2024 Rules Reviews: Master critical rules with lessons on substitutions, dead-ball base awards, overthrows, intentional drops, and base running mistakes.
- 2025 Rules Updates: Stay current with new rules, points of emphasis, major changes from the last five years, and the experimental delayed dead-ball balk rule for NFHS baseball in Georgia.
- Mechanics: Refine your mechanics, from pregame positioning to mastering the Slot and executing flawless plate work.
- From the Diamond: Analyze real plays from past NFHS games to break down complex situations and make accurate calls.
Why This Course?
This certificate, recognized by other associations, only needs to be taken once. Traditional training can be slow, boring, and inconvenient. Our modern, engaging, and efficient online course provides the continuous education every umpire needs. You'll elevate your skills, stay ahead of rule changes, and confidently step into any game, ready to represent BUA with excellence.
Umpire 101:
Perfect for new umpires, Umpire 101 provides the foundational skills and knowledge needed to start your officiating journey with confidence. Topics include:
- Basic Rules and Terminology: A beginner-friendly introduction to the essential rules of baseball, helping you build a strong understanding of the game’s framework.
- On-Field Mechanics: Step-by-step guidance on positioning, signals, and communication to ensure you look and act like a professional from day one.
- Game Management: Tips for handling players, coaches, and challenging situations with authority and professionalism.
This course is an invaluable resource for new umpires or anyone looking to refresh their fundamentals.
After Completion and Contacts
After completing the course, you'll receive a certificate of completion to demonstrate your passing of the course and your dedication to improving your abilities. Please forward that certificate to your association leadership.