Cca softball umpires manual

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First, I am pleased with the overall strike zone calls—the variety of differing zones are really narrowing down to the defined zone in our rule book. Keep the focus and determination of calling pitches accurately.

COVID procedures are a new wrinkle for us. I can only stress that we all need to be cooperative, understanding and vigilant with all guidelines put in place by the conference or assigning group. In some areas of the country, the ball rotation is coming from the dugouts and balls are being sanitized before returning to the game.

We will allow this until asked to intervene. The guidance is: Slow down on close plays, observe the reaction of the fielder and make the call. The helping umpire Should make the call strongly and loudly.

I know it has been challenging, and I appreciate your efforts in continuing your education through this process. Please click the link to view Preseason Message from Craig Hyde. Hello Umpires,. I want to make you aware of changes to the Rules and Mechanics test. We are posting a study guide that has reference directions for all questions. We are adding a third attempt for achieving a successful percentage. If you have spent the time and effort to complete the test with a successful percentage, congratulations and thank you.

The guideline document will be posted under the Testing screen on the front page of the Central Hub. My hope is that the test experience will further your knowledge of the rules and mechanics of our great game. Officials and referees may operate in proximity to student-athletes and school personnel during or as part of competition events.

As a result, they may create risk for these individuals and may also be at risk for contracting COVID from student-athletes. Please review this information as you officiate NCAA competition this season. When wearing a one-layer gaiter, like the one officials may have received as part of the welcome packet process, it should be folded over to make two layers to be compliant with CDC guidelines.

Other masks or face coverings that are in compliance with CDC recommendations also may be worn. Happy New Year! And welcome back! To say the least it has been an unusual ten months — like you I have missed our collegiate softball. I look forward to working with you and seeing you again on the field in The test is designed to refresh and further your knowledge of NCAA rules and mechanics. The parameters of the test are:.

It is our hope that this exam will encourage you to be a student of our rules, mechanics, and interpretations.

The clinic could last as long as three hours based on the quantity of questions and responses extra innings. The clinic will be performed virtually using Microsoft Teams — instructions to follow. Please make every effort to join us live on that day. I look forward to seeing you soon. Coordinators, Coaches and Administrators are also welcome and encouraged to register with no fees. Those who register will receive access to the high-powered content successful umpires have come to expect and rely on, including the annual NCAA online preseason rules and mechanics test, web-based video delivery, rule interpretations, and current educational material from the NCAA.

To download the app, please click here. You'll receive an email when the test is open. An online clinic will also be conducted virtually on January We believe your membership in Home Plate will provide a significant and positive effect for your collegiate experience. We sincerely thank you for taking part and I look forward to seeing you on the field again in The Facebook event can be found at www.

As an NCAA official, your voice is central to this review. The survey is estimated to take approximately 30 minutes to complete and will remain open for three weeks. Since there is no central location to connect with all NCAA officials, you may receive more than one request to participate. Please complete only one survey for each sport that you officiate.

Officials who complete the survey and provide contact information, will be entered to win an NCAA Gift Pack to include items such as free Arbiter Central Hub registration, NCAA apparel or gift cards to purchase sport-specific officiating equipment and apparel. Please complete the survey at your earliest convenience. The over-arching goal of the National Review is two-fold: a identify general and divisional issues that are affecting NCAA sports as a result of the decline in the officiating pool, and b to present strategic recommendations to meet the officiating needs of the membership.

Click here should you wish to learn more about the project scope: National Review of Collegiate Officiating. Thank you in advance for your participation and thoughtful contribution. Should you have any questions about or problems accessing the survey, please contact Mary Struckhoff at mstruckhoff33 gmail. Anthony Holman. Hello umpires,. Well, we have taken a 70 mph rise ball square to the mask from the COVID virus we did not see coming.

This pandemic arose in a hurry and ended our season as we looked around at each other in disbelief. After a month or so, we are beginning to see some hope as the wicked curve ball is flattening out. I am feeling some excitement knowing that eventually our student athletes will have an opportunity to compete again in our great game of collegiate softball. Many of us are serving the communities through our chosen professions as first responders and medical professionals, while others are volunteering in any way the social distancing requirements allow.

The main concern today is staying safe and keeping your families safe and healthy. We plan to continue training in Arbiter for our registered officials during the rest of April and into mid-May, then pick up the pace when our student-athletes are given the go-ahead to begin practicing as teams— hoping for the fall season.

Here are a few of the subjects we are reviewing:. Rules committee meeting. Future Institute scheduling September Institute canceled. Also, I would like to commend the NCAA medical staff who were out in front of this, aiding in a difficult and unprecedented decision to halt the spring seasons, and were instrumental in slowing the spread of this virus to participants of all NCAA games— special thanks to those individuals. We appreciate you and we need you. Please be safe— our staff cannot wait to see each of you calling balls and strikes again!

This discount will be applied automatically when you complete your registration. Thank you for playing such an important role in NCAA sports, and please keep yourself and your family healthy and safe. We look forward to seeing you on the field next season! Please click the link to view NCAA cancels remaining winter and spring championships. Use this document to review your test answers for a better understanding of our rules. The test will close on January 30 at EST.

Three person mechanics: Multiple baserunners with two outs, Ball hit to outfield — base umpire goes out for coverage. Plate umpire reads play going to third base and has final out at third base on a trailing runner. The umpire that went out should also observe the action and be prepared to provide assistance if needed. Our umpire clinics begin this Saturday in Atlanta. The daily schedule is:. Registration - AM.

Clinic - AM - PM. Those who register will receive access to the high-powered content successful umpires have come to expect and rely on, including the annual NCAA online preseason rules test, web-based video delivery, rule interpretations, and current educational material from the NCAA.

You may also download the free ArbiterMobile app by clicking here. An online clinic will also be published in January. We sincerely thank you for taking part. The video is approximately 20 minutes in length and includes sports wagering information with which you should be familiar.

Best regards,. Please join me in congratulating and welcoming our two new regional advisors; Joanne Venditto and Sally Walker. In addition to giving us great coverage of the country, Joanne and Sally bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our program. We look forward to their contributions to improving collegiate officiating during and beyond. NCAA Officials:. Please note that this document summarizes information that may render an official ineligible to officiate any rounds of any of the NCAA championships.

The registration link for our January clinics is attached. Please register for one clinic only. Hello Umpires and Coordinators,.

Hope everybody had a great summer. The fall season is getting started and the new rules are in effect. I have several announcements:. The postings are on the NCAA site at ncaamarket. Have a great fall season. To apply for one of the two open positions, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of references no later than September 9, , to Sharon Cessna via email at scessna ncaa.

Thank you for your support of the Softball Umpire Improvement Program. We are looking forward to the Fall and Spring seasons. The Softball Umpire Institute will be scheduled for the Fall of - more information to follow. The Clinics will be held during January, - we will have three clinics around the country - more information to follow. Hope you have a great rest of the summer. Please go to the forms section and download the latest updated version.

It includes simplifications on pages 22 and 31 where two of the two-out modifications were removed. The system is now simple to use. I encourage you to study the manual in detail this week, pregame continuously with your partners, and communicate with your crew with every new batter in your games. The following basic tips should bring new light into the concept of the system:.

Simply put. All umpires should key off of this. This is when the plate umpire uses the "I'm staying home signal. With each new batter, or after runners advance, base umpires should look to each other and communicate. Simple hand gestures and words such as "me and you" or "I've got your base" or "I'm not going anywhere" greatly simplify the movements once the ball is hit. Be a great crewmate! Hello umpires—As the Division I regular season comes to a close, many conference championships have opted to use the new 4-Person Mechanics in their tournaments, and beginning next week, the Division I NCAA Tournament will use the 4-Person system for the first time.

Preparation is the key to success! The link below will take you directly to the 4-Person Mechanics Flashcards module. Within it, there are four decks—one for each position on the field.

This is a reminder that the online clinic closes today at 5 p. Eastern Time for Postseason Eligibility. To view the clinic, please click here. Rule 3. Pitchers are permitted to use grip towels during the game. The towel is only available for use with the pitching hand prior to starting the pitch. See Rule On the second offense, the pitcher shall be ejected.

Behavioral ejection; see Rule After reading all information and testing your system for compatibility, click the Eligibility Center link at the bottom of the page. You can compare it with to see the details they removed.

For example -previous section 3. It had useful information, especially for newer umpires, regarding game administration, sportsmanship, communications, teamwork, hustle, and line-cards.

Important note regarding the changes and references: the Manual does not shade the changes from the previous year. Page 18 has a list of these changes; however, only the reference to 6. U3 Rotated Starting position Initial set-up is feet from 2b between the first and third baseline extended toward CF was feet beyond 2b toward CF. Gives criteria for choosing a position and details on movement when a play develops — both tags and force plays including MechanicGrams.

U1 Starting Position Counter Rotated and BU in 2-Umpire System When off the line: options before pitch — come to set, remain standing during the pitch, or take a step with the pitch. Being Set on the Line If no runner responsibilities: can walk the line with the pitch or start in a set position. Spectator interference new signal! Added a lot — must read!