The Best Umpire Show
The Umpire Show helps umpires get better, enjoy their work, and make more money. Whether you’re new to officiating or a seasoned vet, this podcast covers mechanics, game management, and dealing with tough situations. Join the community, level up your skills, and have more fun behind the plate! ⚾🎙️ Send feedback and questions to TheUmpireShow@gmail.com
Episodes
Thanks to NFHS umpire rulebook committee member Bob Leader for coming on the show.
Be sure to reach out to him at bleader5@icloud.com to say thanks or give him feedback.
Also check out his interview with Patrick Faerber at Umpire Classroom at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlZQSgRXUMM
Learn how Coach Ross McMurry ran a play where two runners were within 10 feet of 3rd base before the pitch was delivered. Also hear a rules breakdown from the expert Patrick Faerber of UmpireClassroom.com to see if this play should have been illegal.
Thanks to Patrick and Coach McMurry for being on the show.
Find all of Patrick's videos and trainings at https://www.umpireclassroom.com/
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1. Work as close to home as possible
2. Work tournaments, but don't kill yourself doing it
3. Be easy to work with
4. Have a great attitude
5. Be a great partner
6. Expand your menu
7. Attend an umpire camp
8. Invest in yourself so you look and feel good
9. Try different tournaments, schools, leagues
10. Don't wait until you're ready
BONUSES:
- Don't work for too little
The Progression of Punishment: When to Eject and When to Hold Back
Be sure to check out Patrick Farber's video on ejections - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOMTNKJ4LR4
Ejections should be rare—but when should I actually eject a coach? In this episode of The Best Umpire Show, I break down The Progression of Punishment and share the steps I take before sending a coach packing. Good game man...
In this debut episode of The Best Umpire Show, I introduce the mission of the show: to help you become the best umpire you can be. The title isn’t a claim that I’m the best umpire out there—it’s about all of us striving to improve every game.
I also break down the Top 10 Reasons People Become Umpires:
1️⃣ Love for the Sport – If you’re like me, baseball has always been a huge part of your life, and umpiring keeps you connecte...
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