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Time Management
Pace of Play: Game Management It’s always important to keep the game moving at a steady pace. To speed the innings along, here are a few tips that are effective from before the first pitch to until the final out is recorded. Remember, there are also several local league “speed up” options to the playing…
VIDEO: Safe – Ball’s on the Ground Mechanic
The “Safe – Ball’s on the Ground” Mechanic is an extension of the “Safe” Mechanic and is used when it is not obvious to players, coaches, and fans that the fielder did not catch the ball resulting in the runner being called “safe”.
Your Decision to Umpire
Making the Call: Your Decision to Umpire The decision to umpire is a testament to your character. Your willingness to work outside of your comfort zone sets a solid example for the league’s children, whose development as players and people depends on their ability to expand their< comfort zones. Here are several suggested steps to…
Best Practices for Outfitting Your League with Equipment
In addition to uniforms and helmets, it’s typical for leagues to provide additional equipment for their teams, include a selection of approved bats, catcher’s gear, and a bucket of balls. These items are commonly distributed to the managers after the players after drafted and placed on a team roster.
Failure to Make Facility Repairs Leads to Injury
At the end of the previous season, as the local league is closing down for the offseason, the league’s Facilities Manager notices that the concrete sidewalk outside of the “Visitors” dugout has cracked, separated, and heaved so that a corner of the slab is sticking up higher that the rest of the sidewalk.
Paying Umpires Results in Worker’s Comp Lawsuit
Imagine the base umpire is struck in the head with a ball thrown from the catcher. Due to the severity of the injury, he is unable to continue in the game. The umpire sustains a visible contusion, and in the coming days, experiences headaches and dizziness. After visiting his personal physician, the umpire is diagnosed with a concussion.