Want to become a Little League Umpire?

Do you have a passion for baseball and/or softball and want to give back to the community? Become a Little League umpire and make a lasting impact on young players! As an umpire, you are the driving force behind sportsmanship, respect, and fair play. You not only help kids learn the game but also teach them valuable life lessons like teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.

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More information about the training and what you can expect

What will we be working on?

We will help improve your skills as an umpire

  • Your stance and judgment behind home plate
  • Techniques for the 2- and 4-man system
  • Rules and game handling
As a Little League umpire, I want to contribute to the sporting experience of young players by promoting fairness, respect, and sportsmanship. It gives me the opportunity to be a role model, share my passion for baseball, and actively participate in the development of children both on and off the field. It’s a challenging and rewarding way to give back to the community while being part of the game I love.

Why did you choose to take this training?

You chose to take this umpire course because you want to deepen your knowledge and skills to become an effective and reliable official. By taking the course, you will gain a better understanding of the rules, develop the right techniques to assess situations quickly and fairly, and increase your confidence on the field. Enrolling in this course is an investment in yourself and in the quality of the games, enabling you to perform your role as an umpire with confidence and professionalism.

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For the kids

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Stu Hartenstein

Little League ® Director of Umpire Development and Operations.

Little League USA

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Why?

This is a training program for club and beginner umpires who want to learn more about the methodology and rules of the game.

To clarify: the methodology of the KNBSB differs slightly from that of Little League (USA).

Do you want to become an umpire for the federation? Then this is an excellent starting point. Through the KNBSB training center, you will be further prepared to become a federation umpire.

As long as the costs are covered, we are satisfied.

  • Venue rental.
  • Travel expenses for instructors.
  • Lunch for instructors.
  • Reserve for purchasing materials.

This course is for both baseball and softball umpires who are at least 16 years old and have a positive attitude.

The course will be held at xxxx on xx-xx-2025, starting at 9 a.m.

Methodiek LL USA

Betere Strike zone

Spelregel kennis

Game Handeling

Deze training is in samenwerking met Little League USA.

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Sytze Langbroek

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