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2015 AIA
First Pitch Meeting
6:00 – 8:30 PM.
Thanks Arizona Diamondbacks &
Chase Field
for hosting our AIA First Pitch meeting!
First Pitch Meeting
Agenda
Opening Remarks
Commissioners Address
Awards
Guest Speaker
Breakout Sessions (3)
Administrative (Uniforms, Move-ups, Playoffs etc.)
New Officials Meeting
2015 Baseball First Pitch Meeting
Garrett King
Arizona Diamondbacks
6:15- 6:20
2015 Baseball First Pitch Meeting
Gary Whelchel
AIA Commissioner of Officials
6:15- 6:20
HOW DO WE GET GREAT?
READING
The Rule Book
The Mechanics Manual
The Casebook
The Rules Supplemental Material
The Pre-Season Guide
INTEGRITY
Never place yourself
in a position where
your integrity could
be questioned
GREAT officiating is
based on angles and
positioning.
HUSTLE
Every GREAT official
moves efficiently to
be in the right place
at the right time.
Movement without
meaning means you
are moving
meaninglessly!
JUDGMENT
COMMUNICATION
CONSISTENCY
Do you “permanently
position”?
Are you seeing what you
think you saw?
IT IS NOT WHAT WE DO –
IT IS WHAT WE DO
CONSISTENTLY THAT
MAKES US CONSISTANT
“Screaming crowds, upset coaches, mad parents, close calls, game changing decisions =
ALL THINGS THAT REQUIRE COURAGE TO HANDLE!”
COURAGE
COMMON SENSE
WATCH
If you want to
get better;
Observe those
who are better
RAPPORT
Go along to get
along.
In other words,
pick your battles
ENJOYMENT
AVOID THE NUMBER ONE
PROBLEM OFFICIALS FACE
AVOID THE NUMBER ONE
PROBLEM OFFICIALS FACE
AVOID THE NUMBER ONE
PROBLEM OFFICIALS FACE
HAVE A PLAN TO GET BETTER
Being Unprepared is not a strategy
PROGRESS Involves PROCESS Not PRIVILAGE
If nothing changes – Then nothing changes
QUIT WAITING FOR YOUR SHIP TO COME IN
SWIM OUT TO THE BOAT!
PASS THE EYE TEST
QMP
DO
MD
PA
NP
ATC
Years of Service
AIA Baseball ; Area 99
Ten Years
Garth Allmaras
Fred Amarillas
Michael Lange
Charles McAdoo
Keith Norgren
Daniel Patterson
Michael Ransom
Fifteen Years
Bob Acklin
Jake Gustafson
Russell Hill
Stan Hoover
Leroy Hunt
James Irvin
Byrl Lane
Tony Santana
Twenty Years
Richard Villareal
Twenty Five Years
Dave Benedetti
Dave Thomas
Thirty Five Years
Dana Smith
State Baseball Championship Crews 2014
Area 99
Division 1
Donley Hurd, Scott Hanson, James Moore
Division 2
Stan Hoover, Joey Baysinger, Jesse Phillips
Division 4
Rick Nurkka, Byrl Lane, Fr. Craig Friedley
AIA
Baseball Official
of the Year
2014-15
Neil Gillespie
6:25 – 6:35
Bob Raymond Service Award
A career service award for exemplary leadership,
dedication and service to Arizona Interscholastic
Association, AZBOA and their Umpire Members.
Steve Huddleson
Congratulations Steve!
Bob Raymond Service Award
Steve Huddleson
Guest Speaker
Jim Reynolds
MLB Umpire
Jim Reynolds – 77
MLB Umpire for 14.5 Years
MLB World Series (2014)
Division Series (2005, 2007, 2008, 2012)
Championship Series (2010 ALCS)
All-Star Game (2004)
6:35 – 6:55
MLB Umpire Jim Reynolds
2015 AIA First Pitch
Breakout Session
6:00 – 8:30 PM.
Go to your assigned breakout session!
Legal Batting Helmets
Rule 1-5-1
Batting helmets shall have a non-glare, not mirror - like
surface and shall meet the NOCSAE standard at the
time of manufacture.
MIRROR LIKE FINISH = ILLEGAL
Legal Batting Helmets
Rule 1-5-1
Gloss Finish= LEGAL
Remove from play helmets that
have a MIRROR LIKE finish.
Safety Rule!
It is a safety issue so let’s all enforce uniformly.
Shiny is legal and Mirror Like is Illegal
Video Permitted
Rule 3-3-1
AIA interpretation:
will be to allow this
in dead ball areas
(dugout or bullpen)
only.
Any video taken
from outside the
field cannot be
used during the
game.
The rule that prohibited using video for coaching purposes
during a game has been removed. Therefore, it is legal for a
coach or player to use camera, tablet or phone to record
video during a game from the dugout (or bullpen) , for
coaching purposes only.
Video Equipment
Rule 3-3-1
“Coaching
Purposes” will
be defined as
teaching or
instructing
players.
They may film
or view film
from Dugout or
Bullpen.
They may NOT
film or view
film from any
other area.
Not only may teams record video during the game, but
they may also watch it for coaching purposes.
Video Equipment in Coaching Box
Rule 3-3-1h
AIA Interpretation:
Videoing anywhere
other than the dugout or
bullpen, the offender is
to be warned (Team
Warning) to stop and any
other illegal video action
will result in the ejection
of the Head Coach.
Although it is now legal to use video for coaching purposes during a
game, a coach is not permitted to record while in the coaching box.
A coach may only have a stopwatch, rule book (hard copy) and
scorebook while coaching in the box. The only ELECTRONIC item
may be the Stop Watch.
Video Equipment
Rule 3-3-1, 10-1-5
A coach is not permitted to show a play to umpires, as
umpires are not allowed to use video equipment during
a game. Video is only for coaching purposes. Coach will
be ejected without warning for bringing video onto the
field to argue with the umpire.
Video Equipment
Rule 3-3-1, 10-1-5
“AIA Interpretation:
A coach is not permitted to argue a play based on his
knowledge of video evidence. If a coach argues and
mentions video replay, he is to be warned to stop. If he
continues the he will be ejected.
Radar Guns
Rule 3-3-1
The use of radar guns is permitted. FOR TEST ANSWER
PURPOSES…any person may relay information or data
to the team regarding radar gun readings.
Video Equipment Summary
There are no
references in the Rule
Book regarding how
Teams may or may not
use video. FOR TEST
PURPOSES refer to the
NFHS Preseason
Guide.
This will not be allowed for any purpose other
than teaching or instructing players. Any other
use will not be tolerated and the offender is
subject to ejection.
Follow-through Interference
Rule 2-21-4
This is ONLY
interference if
the contact
hinders or
impedes the
catchers fielding
or throwing in an
attempt to retire
a runner.
Otherwise it is
ignored.
*This used to be
called Back Swing
Interference.
*Same rule but
new name.
On his natural follow-through, the batter has made contact with the
catcher. The ball is delayed-dead on follow-through interference and if
F2 is not able to throw out the runner attempting to steal, all runners
return to time of pitch bases and the batter is out. If the initial throw
retires the runner then the interference is ignored.
Backswing Interference
Rule 2-21-5
*This is all pre-pitch
action. Umpire
calls time and we
reset.
Before the time of the pitch, if the batter’s practice swing makes contact
with the catcher or his equipment, the umpire shall call an immediate
dead ball. There is no penalty.
Tape on Helmets is Illegal
Tape is not permitted on a batting helmet, since it
could be covering up a crack or defect. Also, it
could compromise the ability of the helmet to
protect a player.
Cracked helmets are Illegal and
may not be used for any purposes.
Even though this helmet met the NOCSAE standard at the
time of manufacture, the crack makes the helmet illegal.
The batter must replace the helmet immediately.
Pitching Substitution:
Coach Delaying the Game
AIA Interpretation: If the
defense delays (coach
remains or infielders
remain) warn them. If
further delay, penalize
the defensive team with
a “Charged Conference”.
*If the team does not
have a Charged
Conference left then
“Restrict” the coach.
Umpires are to
announce when
there is “One
Pitch Left”. At
that time the
coach and
infielders shall
return to their
respective
positions.
A replacement pitcher gets eight warm-up throws. The
defensive team shall be ready to resume play upon
completion of the eighth throw. A coach is permitted to
observe the throws, but must be off the field when they are
completed.
Celebrations
*No Players other than
base runners and the
On Deck Hitter are
allowed in the dirt
circle around home
plate.
ALL other team
personnel may not be
on / in the dirt circle.
Warn offenders, work
with the Head Coach. If
it continues then
“Restrict to the
Dugout”
During a home-run celebration, team members must
remain clear of the plate, allowing the umpire to
ensure all runners legally touch.
Celebrations
A team is permitted to be outside the dugout and celebrate during a
dead-ball, such as after a home run. However, Rule 3-3-1f (4) does
not permit unsporting behavior and can result in the ejection of
players who taunt.
Postgame Conduct
Umpires retain jurisdiction and can eject players or coaches
until all umpires have left the playing field. Even though the
game is over, coaches and players are subject to being
ejected.
Postgame Conduct
AIA interpretation : Umpire jurisdiction extends to the
parking lot or locker room. If approached by Coach or
Player warn them to leave. If they do not inform them
that you are reporting to AIA their ejection from today’s
game.
Review from 2014: Illegal Pitching Position
Rule 6-1-3
2014
RULE CHANGE
PlayPic®
PlayPic®
Free foot must touch
or intersect..
For the “Wind Up” position….Non-pivot foot must be
on or intersecting a line extending through the front
edge….
© REFEREE ENTERPISES INC. 2014
General Comments or Concerns
For 2015 Rule Changes / POE
2015 AIA First Pitch
6:00 – 8:30 PM.
Next breakout starts in 5 minutes
2015 AIA First Pitch
Breakout Session
6:00 – 8:30 PM.
Batter Hit by Pitch
Batter Hit by Pitch
2.39, 5.1.1a, 7.3.4, 8.1.1d
Batter Hit by Pitch

5.1.1a - …the ball becomes dead when a pitch
touches a batter or his clothing….even if he swings at
the pitch.

7.3.4 – The batter shall not… permit a pitched
ball to touch him.
Batter Hit by Pitch

8.1.1d – A batter becomes a runner when….a
pitched ball hits his person or clothing provided he does
not strike (swing) at the ball.
8.1.1d .1 – if he permits the ball to touch him…the
hitting of the batter is disregarded.
8.1.1d.2 – ….shirt is not worn properly, is touched by a
pitched ball, the batter is NOT entitled to first base.
Let’s break the rule down..

5.1.1a & 8.1.1D …the ball becomes dead when a pitch
touches a batter or his clothing….he is awarded first base….provided
he did not swing at the pitch.
It is an immediate dead ball ANY time the pitched ball
hits the batter EVEN if he swings at the pitch……..If he
did not swing award him 1st base. If he swung then it
is a strike and a dead ball.
Let’s break the rule down:
8.1.1d.2 – ….shirt is not worn properly, is touched by a pitched ball, the
batter is NOT entitled to first base.
The batter must have his shirt tucked in his uniform pants. The
shirt can be bloused but not un-tucked.
Back pockets may NOT be hanging out.
Batting Gloves must be worn properly to include the wrist strap
securely fastened.
Torn or tattered pants or shirt…if ripped and hanging down,
pitched ball striking this part of the uniform
Let’s break the rule down:
8.1.1d .1 – if he permits the ball to touch him…the hitting of the
batter is disregarded.
We ignore the batter being hit by the pitch “if he
permits” the pitched ball to hit him.
We will call time. Signal the batter back to the box and
award a BALL or STRIKE based on where the pitch crossed
the plate.
Let’s break the rule down..

7.3.4 – The batter shall not… permit a pitched ball to
touch him.
SHALL NOT PERMIT…..this is the key to correctly
identifying if the batter is to be awarded first base or
not.
Defining “shall not permit”:
Batter shall not permit a pitched ball to hit him…..
in the strike zone
by intentionally moving any part of body into pitch
leaning into or rolling into the pitch
by freezing and not moving.
Batter is entitled to 1st base if the ball hit’s him…..
(as long as none of the above take place)
as he is moving away from the pitch
if the ball moves into the batter such as fastball running or
tailing into the batter.
ducking from the pitch
Key Ideas:
Did the Batter swing at the pitch?
The ball hit the Batter or the batter moved to the ball?
Penalize the pitcher for pitches that run or tail into the batter!
Penalize the Batter for intentional acts!
Was the pitch a Strike?
Understand “shall not permit”
Key Ideas:
These ideas are not hard and fast… only
guidelines to help with a decision
Did the ball hit the batter OR the bat? It happens fast….if unsure
CALL TIME (if the ball is foul)!
•Calling Time gives you an extra second to process what just happened…
•Process the sound you heard….what you witnessed…
•Read the body language of the batter. If he reacts in pain immediately it more
than likely hit him….
•If in doubt look at where the ball supposedly struck him. Redness or welt = go
to first. No marking = stay at the plate.
Batter Hit by Pitch
Questions
2015 AIA First Pitch
Breakout Session
6:00 – 8:30 PM.
Situations & Ejections
Handling Situations & Ejections
This is an AIA Point of Emphasis for 2015.
Not so much because of the number of
ejections but rather the quality and
reporting of ejections
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
The goal is to give all umpires a distinct
understanding of what the ejection
process should be.
The Mental Process, the On the Field
Process, and the Reporting Process
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Most situations can be classified as:
Felonies
Misdemeanors!
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felonies & Misdemeanors!
Misdemeanors
….are infractions that always require the
attention of the umpire (looking, taking
mask off, stop sign) and usually include
verbal warnings but not ejection. These
can escalate into ejections….if repetitive
or cumulative.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felonies & Misdemeanors!
Felonies
…are infractions that warrant immediate
ejection and may not time have time to
include a warning.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
What is a warning?
A warning is a statement or event that indicates a
possible or impending danger, problem, or other
unpleasant situation.
So a warning can be verbal (a statement)… “You
need to stop…” “If you continue…” “I heard you” “I
will eject you…”
A warning can be physical (an event)…Stop Sign,
Turning and Looking etc.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Warnings:
All verbal warnings shall be written down by
Home Plate Umpire.
Avoid phrases such as “Not another word” or
“That’s enough”
Be specific with your word choice. Say what you
Mean and Mean what you Say
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Warnings:
A warning can be subtle and unnoticeable except
to the offender.
A warning can be assertive and overt, noticed by
all participants.
Or they can fall somewhere in between…match the
situation to umpire action.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Misdemeanor examples:
Bench Jockeying- negative comments from the
dugout. Comments directed at the umpire or
opponent.
ALL negative comments from the dugout should be
acknowledged by the umpire in some fashion.
Turing and looking, Mask Off etc…it can be subtle or
distinct & noticeable.
Some comments can be FELONIES!
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Misdemeanor examples:
Arguing … emotion is part of the game. Arguing is
part of the game…too a point. Head Coach will
receive more latitude than a player or Ass’t Coach.
If they (Player or Coach) go on too long, too loudly,
to demonstratively then warn them to stop or they
will be ejected.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Misdemeanor examples:
Demonstrative Physical Actions
Physical actions such as waving the hands
emphatically, pointing repeatedly, waving
equipment, drawing a line etc. are all types of
actions that the umpire should warn the player or
coach to stop.
Throwing of equipment such as a hat or helmet
into the air that is caught will result in a warning.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Misdemeanor examples:
Failure to comply with Umpire Directive
A player or coach when asked by the umpire to do
or not do something as covered by the rules or
common sense fails to comply.
Please have your players remain in the dugout during
live ball action…
Only one on deck hitter allowed…
If you fake a tag again….
Coach you need to be in the box at the time of pitch…
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Misdemeanor examples:
Cumulative or Repetitive Misdemeanors CAN
result in ejection.
These types actions / situations will result
in the warning of the player or coach AND
possible ejection.
Some things are NOT warnings…just
things!
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felony examples:
Throwing Equipment in Disgust of Umpire Decision.
Throwing any equipment (the equipment hits the
ground) will result in ejection.
Coach or player throws bat, hat or helmet violently
to the ground in disgust of umpire decision. NOT
violently to the ground mad at himself (warning).
NOT tossing it (helmet or bat) to towards the dugout.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felony examples:
Excessive Arguing
Any player or coach who either argues continually
or argues in a rowdy, unruly fashion.
Any player or Assistant Coach who leaves his
position or dugout to argue a call, who after being
warned does not stop and return to their position.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felony examples:
Acts to Intimidate Opponent or Umpire
Any unsportsmanlike acts that taunt, belittle race
or ethnicity, physically threaten or incite others to
participate in further unsportsmanlike acts.
Verbally berating or accosting the opponent or
Umpire.
Threaten opponent or Umpire with future acts of
retaliation or harm.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felony examples:
Aggressive Actions or Physical Contact (fighting)
Physically pushing, punching, kicking or striking an
opponent or Umpire.
Spitting or intentionally spewing on opponent or
Umpire
Leaving your position or dugout during a physical
confrontation. Coaches are allowed to assist in breaking
up a fight. Players who initially start towards the fight
but stop after being warned by umpire shall not be
ejected.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felony examples:
Cumulative or Repetitive Misdemeanors
Various warnings have been given to a team and
it continues unruly behavior.
A player or team repeatedly is warned about the
same offense.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Felony examples:
These actions / situations will result in the
ejection of the player or coach with or without
warnings issued.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Warnings & Ejections
•It is our goal to get in a warning OR warnings prior
to ejection.
•If a warning is issued the plate umpire will write
down the warning.
•If an ejection occurs and there were warnings
prior, include those in the ejection report.
•Not everything needs a warning = All warnings are
not ejections. However hold them responsible!
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Ejections
What comes with an ejection for a player or coach?
Players are ejected from current game and the
next scheduled contest.
Coaches are ejected from current game and the
next scheduled contest. School may impose
additional sanctions.
Eject when necessary, get warnings in and
appreciate the impact our ejection may have.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Ejection or Restriction
Umpires may choose to restrict a player or coach to
the dugout. This is an extra tool we have at our
disposal.
If Warning is merited then warn.
If Restriction is merited then restrict
If Ejection is warranted then eject.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Ejection Report
Umpire must contact Dennis Meadows or Rob McKinley
immediately after the game.
Ejection Report must be filed by 8 AM the next day.
EVERY EJECTION = EJ Report
Ejection Report can be found at AZBOA. The AIA INFO tab
at the top of the AZBOA page will direct you to the
Ejection report or click here:
http://azboa.org/Ejection_Report/
The completed report will automatically forward to AIA.
6:35 – 6:55
Handling Situations & Ejections
Writing the Ejection Report
Be accurate and write FACTS. Do not include opinion,
speculation or hearsay.
Be detailed but concisely detailed. Include the important
details and leave out the superfluously details.
Describe the Situation and include as precisely as
possible write what happened and what was said. If
profanity was used then write the words….NOT MF or GD.
Describe the consequences (the action the Umpire took)
resulting from the Situation.
6:35 – 6:55
If you are a
member then
log in.
The Ejection
report can be
accessed by
selecting the
drop down
selection at
AIA INFO.
*ALL Umpires
have access
to this form
6:35 – 6:55
If you are not
a member
simply go
directly to the
AIA INFO tab
Instructions
here
If you log in
first then this
info defaults.
If you do not
log in you just
have to input
this data.
6:35 – 6:55
After making the 3rd out of the inning,
Player MacTrouble picked up his bat and
Well Written Examples:
said "that's on you blue".
Umpire McKinley warned Player
MacTrouble to stop and go to his position.
Player MacTrouble said in a loud voice
"You're fucking horrible"
Umpire McKinley ejected Player MacTrouble
for his Un-Sportsman like actions.
Umpire McKinley reported the ejection to
the Head Coach for Pella HS.
6:35 – 6:55
The game continued on without further
incident
Poorly Written Examples:
After hitting a high pop fly to right field that
the RF caught on the run, Player MacTrouble
picked up his bat and said "that's on you
blue".
I stared in disbelief at the kid. I almost ejected
him but decided to warn him to stop and go
to his position. I was very upset by his actions
as I don’t allow my kids to talk to me like that.
Player MacTrouble turned and stood still for
two seconds and then opened his mouth and
said in a loud voice You're f**ing horrible.
As the Umpire in Chief, I told the kid to get out of
here because he was done playing for today and
hoped he was happy by getting ejected.
I calmly walked over to the Green Team’s dugout
and very clearly instructed the coach that kid was
done.
6:35 – 6:55
The game went on, after I told the coach of the
ejection. It was a pretty good game.
Choose situation type either Routine or Violent
If warnings then tell how many
Players do not have to leave
sight and Sound, they go to the
dugout (unless a Coach or
School Administrator removes
them
You must complete separate Ejection Forms UNLESS the ejections were for the
same offense / incident. So if three players for each team were ejected for
fighting then add their names here.
Different infractions = Different Ejections = Different Ejection Forms
6:35 – 6:55
Your Email Address must be on file with either AIA or AZBOA for you to submit
an ejection report. Make sure your email address is correct!
If you encounter problems please contact [email protected]
6:35 – 6:55
Situations Video if time allows
You have successfully submitted your report. It will be sent to AIA for review.
If needed you may be contacted by AIA for more information etc.
6:35 – 6:55
The ejection form is submitted to AIA after
review by AZBOA.
The umpire may or may not be contacted for
more information.
All ejections at every level have to be reported.
Report them on time!
QUESTIONS?
6:35 – 6:55
2015 AIA First Pitch
6:00 – 8:30 PM.
Reconvene Main Area in 5 minutes
2015 AIA First Pitch
General Information
6:00 – 8:30 PM.
New Rules 2013
ABSOLUTES
All baseball umpires will wear the correct
uniform as outlined by AIA.
AIA Uniforms:
*Extra Innings East Valley *Ryan’s Touchdown Sports *Boylin Enterprises
Equipment:
*Honigs (East Valley Extra Innings)
*Gerry Davis (Tony Fleming 520.405.8346) *Boylin Enterprises
New Rules 2013
ABSOLUTES
17.1.2 TEN RUN RULE….A baseball game shall end any time after five
innings or after four and one half (4½) innings when a team is 10 or
more runs behind and has completed its turn at bat.
17.1.3 FIFTEEN RUN RULE…a baseball game shall end any time after
four innings or after three and one-half (3 1/2) innings when a team is
fifteen or more runs behind and has completed its turn at bat. This
rule is at the discretion of the losing coach.
17.1.4 SUSPENDED GAME… suspended game shall be continued
from the point of suspension provided it has playoff implications.
Game MUST go 4 ½ or 5 innings to be considered a suspended game.
A game that does not go beyond 4 ½ innings is a no contest.
17.1.5-4 SPEED-UP RULES…by Conference approval; no inning may
start after 1 hr 45 minutes. Time starts after pregame conference. SUB
VARSITY ONLY!
**Please note the 15 run rule is only enforced if the LOSING coach agrees.
**Sub Varsity time limit if agreed to at the plate meeting by both coaches.
2015 Game Fees
Varsity Reg. Season:
Varsity Tournament:
Sub Varsity 2 Man:
Sub Varsity Solo:
6:20 – 6:25
$73.00
$63.00
$55.00
$77.50
“Scheduling of AIA
Baseball Games”
6:20 – 6:25
AIA Profile Page / Calendar
*Blackout = Days you
CANNOT WORK
AIA Master Availability
*Blackout = Dates you
CANNOT WORK
AIA Master Availability
*Blackout = Dates you
CANNOT WORK
This map is a geographic map and NOT a School Map
Questions about Scheduling?
Classroom Meetings
Varsity Area Meetings (Level 1, 2 & 5)
Moon Valley HS Conference Area (Center of Campus)
Feb 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 / 6PM – 7:30PM (Steve Huddleson)
Extra Innings Recreation Center (Val Vista / Southern)
Feb 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 / 6:30 – 8PM (Andy Warner)
Sub Varsity Meetings (Level 3 & 4 MUST ATTEND THESE)
AIA Conference Room
Jan 22, Feb 4, 9, 11, 18, 19 / 6:30 -8 PM
(Rob McKinley or Mark Warner)
This information is posted on AZBOA.org
Clinics / Move Ups / Scrimmages
New Umpire Clinic (designed for level 3 & 4’s)
Brophy HS Varsity Baseball Field
Feb 8th 1 – 3:30PM
On field clinic / 2 Man Mechanics / Plate Mechanics
**MUST BE AN AZBOA Member to attend this clinic.
** Must pre-register via the website (azboa.org)
Advanced Umpire Clinic
Brophy HS Varsity Baseball Field
Feb 22nd 1-3:30PM
Advance Mechanics & Positioning / Plate Mechanics
**MUST BE AN AZBOA Member to attend this clinic.
** Must pre-register via the website (azboa.org)
Clinics / Move Ups / Scrimmages
Varsity Scrimmages (Varsity Umpires must work min 1 scrimmage)
*Can sign up tonight or at the Area Meetings
Move Up Scrimmage (All Level 2 & 5 must attend to be moved up)
Greenway HS / Feb 18th / 4 PM
Notre Dame HS / Feb 19th / 5 PM
Arcadia HS / Feb 20th / 4PM
Chandler HS / Feb 21st / 11 AM
**MUST pre-register for these...signup tonight at the entrance area or email [email protected]
Sub Varsity Scrimmages ( Selected Varsity Scrimmages)
Information for these will be presented at the Sub Varsity
Meetings.
AIA Organizational Committee (AD HOC)
New Rules 2013
Appointed by: Commission Gary Whelchel
Members: Dennis Meadows (Committee Chair)
Bob Acklin
Steve Huddleson Rob McKinley
Andy Warner
Mark Warner
Richard Villa
Arizona Baseball Officials Association
(AZBOA)
Chief Training Officers: Andy Warner & Rob McKinley
Training Officers:
Eric Vaughan
Dana Smith
John Johnson
Donley Hurd
Steve Huddleson
Jim Moore
Tim Hunt
John Warner
Pat Baca
John Flanagan (Area 4)
Rick Nurkka
Chuck McAdoo
Mark Warner
Dave Thomas
Jake Gustafson
The role of AZBOA….
TRAINING!
Hosted 17 classroom training sessions
Posted Online Training Curriculum
Held 3 On-field Clinics for AZBOA Members
Arranged for 2 On-field Clinics through MLB
Provided 239 Written Evaluations to over 90 AIA
umpires. These evaluations were available….
Playoff Game Assignments & the “funnel”
ALL Varsity Umpires registered w/ AIA
Min 14 Varsity Games / Coach Assessments
Attend Class / Pass (90%) NFHS Test
Follow AIA Absolutes
AZBOA Evals
AIA Commissioner
“Playoff Umpire Roster & Assignments”
Did you get moved up from last year?
AZBOA Suggestion Box
Signups Still available near the
entrance / exit
Have a GREAT SEASON!