Youth League Officiating

05/19/2025

An encouraging message for our umpires!

If you're an umpire working youth baseball, this one-page message is for you.

It’s not just about rules—it’s about leadership, respect, and setting the tone every time you step on the field. We break down why ejections matter, how to use restrictions effectively, and why what you don’t penalize, you permit. Print it. Share it. Post it in your locker room. This is the reminder every official needs heading into the season.

📥 Grab the full PDF in the comments.

03/18/2025

Nothing like a Friday night on the field! Last week, we covered seven sub-varsity games for GHSA.

These provide a great opportunity for our umpires to experience a high level of baseball and get games in!

11/11/2024

Thank you to the 83 umpires who called games with us this fall at Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association and Ocee Park.

Together, we covered over 700 games, allowing the kids of and to play the sport we all love.

10/01/2024

🚨 Calling All Umpires and Aspiring Umpires! 🚨

We are a proud supporter of UMPS CARE Charities and the impact they’re making in our community. We’d love to see our Youth League Officials family take advantage of this fantastic opportunity!

👀 Check out this training from UMPS CARE Charities:

📅 When: Saturdays, 3:00–6:00 PM, Oct. 19 - Nov. 23
📍 Where: Jackson High School, 801 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
💰 Cost: FREE!

This is a must-attend event for high-school umpires looking to elevate their skills and get more involved in association games. No experience? No problem! This six-week program, led by Major League Baseball umpires, will cover everything from leadership to decision-making on the field, plus connect participants with paid umpiring opportunities!

💪 Key Benefits:

Gain employable skills and land a flexible, high-paying job.
Build leadership, confidence, and conflict resolution experience.
Boost your college and career applications.
Stay active and involved in the game you love.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Register now and learn more about how this program can change your game. 🔗

Official Leadership Program RegistrationOfficial Leadership Program Registration FormThe Official Leadership Program trains teens (13-18 year olds) to become paid umpires and leaders on and off the field. To register, select the location in the drop-down menu and fill out the liability waiver and ph...

08/05/2024

Red, white, and blue for the 15u championship!

08/01/2024

I'm thrilled to share that I have officially signed on as the Baseball Coordinator for Referee Enterprises, the publishers behind Referee Magazine and NFHS Pre-Season Guides, and the operating arm of the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO). This new role is an opportunity for me to expand the impact of Umpire Classroom and to connect with umpires across the country and around the globe in new and meaningful ways.

My contract will cover most of the 2025 Baseball season, from November to April, and I'm eager to bring as much value as possible to umpires, especially in areas where training and support are lacking. To do that, I need to hear from you!

I need and associations to share the biggest issues they've faced in 2024 and to highlight the areas they believe are most in need of education and training. Please feel free to reach out and connect with me at [email protected].

I look forward to hearing from you and making a positive impact together!

07/01/2024

The ladies' team took over one of the diamonds this week during the Braves Country Baseball Championship weekend in .

06/13/2024

We had a great celebration this week to celebrate two retirements and one amazing season!

Thanks so much to our (21+) umpires that showed up to celebrate and say goodbye to some of our biggest contributors.

Now, make sure to hydrate before another hot weekend!

06/12/2024

🚨 Reminder for Our Military Community! 🚨

Youth League Officials, in partnership with Protect the Game, is proud to support our military members and veterans. We offer FREE umpire uniforms and equipment exclusively for those who have served in the Armed Forces. 🎖️⚾

If you're a military member or veteran looking to start your umpiring journey, reach out to us today!

📧 Contact us at [email protected] to get started.

Thank you for your service!

06/03/2024

🌟 What a weekend at ! A huge shoutout to all 37 of our incredible who called the games at the Training Legends tournament. 🏆 With perfect attendance across the board and a busy lineup of games, your professionalism didn't go unnoticed.

Thank you for your dedication and for making every game a success! Here's to more great weekends like this in . ⚾️

05/27/2024

While Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer and a well-deserved day off, we must take a moment to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Our enjoyment of days like this is made possible by the courage and sacrifices of our soldiers, who fought for the ideals we hold dear.

05/14/2024

As we wrap up two great spring seasons at Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association and Ocee Park, we want to express our gratitude to the 86 who took their talents onto the field for us, the parks, and the kids.

We couldn't do it without you.