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With the baseball and softball seasons fast approaching, umpires have a prime chance to sharpen their skills, refine their mechanics, and stay updated on...
Referee Teams Up with the NFHS to Upgrade Officials Manuals
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eferee has produced new NFHS manuals with updated graphics and a stronger focus on mechanics, helping you make more accurate calls. Visual representations are...
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Officiating In Perspective with Barry Mano
Sport-Specific Articles
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5 Tips for the Tag Play at the Plate
Atag play at the plate is among the most exciting plays in softball. The decision the umpire renders on a close play at home...
How to Tackle Pre-Match Responsibilities as a Team
It is important to arrive at a match with plenty of time to prepare yourself mentally as well as making sure to have enough time to conduct pre-match...
General Officiating
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You Are There: Ass in the Jackpot
By Dan Ronan
Nearly nine years after retired MLB umpire Tom Hallion and former New York Mets manager Terry Collins engaged in a heated, often...
Don’t Lose Your Passion
Think about the last 10 officials with whom you’ve worked. How many of them brought passion to their game? What was your initial reaction...
