In simplest terms, first base is the gateway to run production in softball. You can’t get home without either standing on first or running past it! It’s a hot spot during games, where more action takes place than anywhere else with the exception of home plate. Umpires must be prepared to make an abundance of calls in this important zone. Knowing where to be, and what to do when you get there, will make a world of difference in the variety of calls that first base has to offer.
When you step onto the diamond, you (we) need to look the part.
Jared is going to assist you (us) with looking your (our) best, for each and every game you (we) umpire; that will include certain checks and procedures to follow to be certain your (our) appearance is up to par.
Time was when "Kill the Ump!" was a pretty common refrain heard at the ball park. It has been replaced in the last decade or so by the manipulative, insidiously enfeebling phrase: "Get some help!" That suggests we can't do our job.
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Around the Horn Umpiring at First, Second, and Third By Adam Powell March 14th, 2008
Adam Powell thinks that umpiring the bases in a softball game is the best officiating job in the world. There will be plenty of officials who disagree, but no one will argue that Adam doesn't know his stuff.
Follow him around the horn as he reminds umpires not only how to call the game — but where.
Keeping It Cool Overcoming anxiety before big games By Adam Powell March 7th, 2008
If you umpire softball for a long enough period of time, you will inevitably be asked to work what I like to call a "big game." It could be a showdown between highly regarded teams, a tournament game, or even a league championship. Those are the games in which an umpire is rewarded for a good season, as they often pay more than regular season or recreation games. Learning a few tricks will keep anxiety far away when you are working such a contest!
Join me inside as I outline the course of safest navigation.
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