Umpires
UMPIRE NEWS
Newmarket Baseball 2010 Houseleague Umpire Clinic
The Magna Centre 895 Mulock Drive
Downstairs Magna Boardroom
Monday April 26 7:00-9:30 pm
Wednesday April 28 7:00-9:30 pm
Friday April 30 7:00-9:30 pm
*all three clinics are required
2010 Level I OBA Umpire Clinic
Newmarket Legion Saturday April 17 8:15 to 4:00 PM
Canadian Legion Branch 426, 707 Srigley Street, Newmarket
2010 Level II OBA Umpire Clinic
Newmarket Legion Saturday April 24 8:15 to 4:00 PM
Canadian Legion Branch 426, 707 Srigley Street, Newmarket
Ideally, the umpire should combine the integrity of a Supreme Court judge, the physical agility of an acrobat, the endurance of Job and the imperturbability of Buddha. ~"The Villains in Blue," Time magazine, 25 August 1961
2010 Season Umpire Rates
| Houseleague |
$ per game |
| Junior Rookie and Rookie |
16 |
| Mosquito |
20 |
| Peewee |
24 |
| Bantam |
28 |
| Midget |
38 |
| Junior |
42 |
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| Rep |
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| Rookie |
20 |
| Mosquito |
27 |
| Peewee |
32 |
| Bantam |
42 |
| Midget |
47 |
| Junior |
55 |
A cheque is issued three times per season and mailed to your house.
FAQ – UMPIRES
How do I become an umpire?
The Newmarket Baseball Association, under the leadership of Sam Sproule, VP Umpiring, conducts training sessions for umpires to be certified by Baseball Ontario. If you are interested in becoming an umpire, please e-mail Sam.
Attention Umpires! Register now to sign up for an umpire clinic or to write the Level 3 Exam! Click the umpire below to be directed to the OBA site.
How many games can I expect to do?
The number of games you do depends on how available you make yourself and how many umpires are on staff. Umpires who make themselves very available can expect to do an average of three to four games per week.
How do I know which days I am umpiring?
Unlike other part-time jobs, you dictate which days you work. At the beginning of every month you send in a list of your game assignments for the month. Confirm the games you are available and reply to the umpire scheduler.
Are there any out of pocket expenses for umpiring?
Newmarket Baseball pays for the majority of the expenses, the clinics, chest protector, knee guards, and mask. You pay for the brush and indicator (for balls and strikes), shirt and hat. These items are generally around $60.00. You will also need to supply a pair of medium grey pants, and casual black shoes.
What levels can I expect to do?
You will start off with the lower levels, Junior Rookie, Rookie. Once you are carded as an OBA umpire, you will be able to umpire higher level houseleague games in addition to some Rep games.
Are girls and parents encouraged to umpire?
Umpiring is open to all ages and gender. Parents, siblings and girls are encouraged to umpire as it is not only a good way to earn extra money, but also an excellent way to help the Newmarket Baseball Association and enhance the playing experience of the children in the Association.
Are there any problems caused by players, coaches or parents?
The vast majority of games for Junior Umpires are house league games, where the focus is placed on the enjoyment of the players and fans rather than extreme competition. There can be problems, but you will receive training regarding this.
Do I have to play baseball to be an umpire?
No, as long as you understand the basics of the game and understand the rules for umpiring you do not have to play baseball to be an umpire.
Baseball Ontario Umpire Certification Level System
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Level
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Experience
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Requirements
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Examination
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Application
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Evaluation
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Maintaining Status
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1
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None
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Attend a Level 1 Clinic
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All levels of House League and up to and including Peewee Rep
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None
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Attend Clinic Yearly
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2
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Have a Level 1 for a min. of 2 years
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Attend a Level 2 Clinic
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Obtain 60% or more (Yearly)
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Provincial Level Baseball up to and including Midget
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None
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Attend Clinic Yearly
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3
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Have a Level 2 for a min. of 3 years
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Submit a Level 3 Exam yearly and attend a Level 3 Clinic every three years
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Obtain 76% or more(Yearly)
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All Levels of Provincial Baseball
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1 base and 1 plate evaluation recommended
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Submit an exam and registration fee yearly. Attend a Clinic every three years.
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4
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Have a Level 3 for a min. of 1 year
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Attend a Level 4 Clinic by invitation (need to be evaluated first)
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Obtain 86% or more
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All Levels of Baseball in Canada
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Obtain 86% on 1 base and 1 plate evaluation
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Attend Clinic Yearly and complete base and plate evaluation yearly
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5
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Have a Level 4 for a min. of 1 year
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Attend a Level 4 Clinic by inviation
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Obtain 86% or more
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All Levels of International Baseball
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Obtain 86% on 1 base and 1 plate evaluation
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Attend Clinic Yearly and complete base and plate evaluation yearly
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