Palo Alto Little League Umpire Program
Umpires are important members of our youth baseball program. By virtue of his/her role, the Little League umpire provides leadership and represents authority on the field. All managers, coaches, spectators, and players should cooperate, understand, and respect the umpire's judgment in applying Little League rules.
Serving as an umpire is a great way to stay engaged with baseball and to be a part of Palo Alto Little League, especially for our players after they have aged out of playing in the Majors division. The experience teaches our youth responsibility, discipline, commitment, and community service that offer life-long rewards.
Requirements:
- Umpires must be Little League age 13 or older for the upcoming spring season at the time they sign up to become an umpire.
- Baseball or softball experience and knowledge is preferred and helpful.
- Every first-time umpire for PALL must go through PALL's qualification process, including study/review the rules, attend a Q&A/Exam session, pass a written exam, and attend a field mechanics clinic. Additionally, before the start of each spring season, all returning umpires must complete an annual refresher training, which includes getting updated on annual changes to rules promulgated by Little League International and practicing umpiring in the field.
Those interested in umpiring should contact the umpire in chief at [email protected].