Want to be an umpire?

Ever thought of being an umpire?

Umpires have the best seat in the house and let's be honest, without umpires we dont have softball! Anyone can become an umpire and it is never too late to start.

PATHWAY FOR UMPIRING

Do you know that there are 8 levels of Umpires from Local through to International Umpires.

Level 1 - Local Association

This level is awarded when an umpire completes a number of elements including:

pass the Rules assessment
Completion Play By The Rules” free online training course (this is the same course that coaches complete)
Sign the Umpires Code of Conduct
Demonstrate a basic understanding of umpire mechanics

Levels 2-4: State

Involves attending the relevant Softball NSW Umpiring clinic, passing a rules assessment and a practical assessment at State Championships.

Levels 5-6: National

Involves passing a rules assessment and a practical assessment at National Championships.

Levels 7-8: International

Awarded by the Softball Australia National Umpiring Program (Softball Australia NUP).

Obtain a Working with Children Check

Save the certificate after completion.

Start today!

Softball NSW also have a heap of resources available to help you develop including manuals and recruitment tools.

Did you know that CCSA has its very own Level 6 Umpire? Did you know that he runs regular sessions for those who want to know the basics through to those who want to gain their accreditation. CCSA will hold a Umpiring sessions course early in the season so register your interest by sending an email to Rusty Bears today.

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