Umpires cannot be in every place, every time at the perfect time. Depending on the number of umpires, there are specific time tested movements to put themselves in a perfect position to see and make a call. Position can be either angle, distance or both … with the opportunity to adjust based on a baseball play happening!

This section will cover specific situations that will help umpires, coaches, players and parents understand the difficulty of getting in a place to be able to see and hear a play to make the right call.

Sometimes, it’s impossible to get the best look at a play, that’s were very talented umpires show their skillset to adjust in a split second to make the call, and make it right! Use this section to learn and teach … and Join the Third Team.