JUNIOR UMPIRE PROGRAM FOR SPRING 2007

Our Spring season for umpiring will formally begin at the end of February, 2007 and will continue on to the finals in mid-June.   Of course, before we can take the field and work a Mustang game effectively, we need to prepare ourselves mentally.  This includes getting together to discuss rules, situations that have occurred in the past that we need to clarify, and to understand what the Junior Umpire’s role is as part of the Mustang game of baseball.  There will be different requirements in order to be eligible for umpiring this Spring based upon whether you are a returning umpire or a new umpire.

Eligibility-Anyone born before 5/1/95, typically second year Bronco players and older qualify.

Returning Umpire.  Must attend the General meeting near the end of January to register for the season, attend an on-field clinic or work a scrimmage, final pre-season meeting in February , and attend a minimum of 1 additional meeting.

Returning Umpire, High School Student.  Must attend the General meeting in January  to register for the season, final pre-season meeting in February , and work a scrimmage game or clinic before the season officially starts.

New Umpire.  Must attend the General meeting in January to register for the season, clinic in January, final pre-season meeting in February, attend 2 additional meetings, and work a scrimmage game before the season officially starts.

SCHEDULE FOR SPRING 2007 MEETINGS

FINAL SCHEDUL OF ACTUAL DATES TO BE DETERMINED AT A LATER DATE

January, 2007.  General meeting for registration and instruction.  All umpires interested in working for the Spring must attend this meeting.  General registration will begin at 6:00; instructional meeting will begin at 6:30.

January, 2007.  Instructional meeting intended to cover the basics for 1^st year umpires only.  (Returning umpires can attend this meeting if they need it to meet the requirements noted above.)

February, 2007.  Instructional meeting open to all umpires.

February, 2007.  Final pre-season meeting required for all umpires.

April, 2007.  In season meeting for review and questions.

Meetings will generally run from 6:30-8:00 at Encinitas Community Center on the corner of Encinitas Blvd. and Balour Drive.

FEES

Field Umpire (1^ST year umpires can only work the field/bases) $15/game.

Plate Umpire (2nd year umpire or older to qualify) $25/game..                

Solo bonus, in case you work a game by yourself, $5/extra per game.

To get your name added to my e-mail list for notices, please e-mail me at umpires@lcyo.org and let me know your name, your e-mail address that will be easiest for you to receive information, your birth date, in High School or not, and whether you are a returning umpire or a first year umpire.  Thank you for your interest; this is a great experience and a good way to earn some extra dollars!!

Mike Downing

Junior Umpire Director