Blue Crew Field Day Training2 (18FEB 0730-1600)
When: Saturday, 18FEB
Time: 0730-1600 (730-4PM)
Where: PHBA ‘Sports Complex’ aka Snack Shack & PO Fields
Field Day training is mandatory for all PHBA umpires. The Field Day is broken out into 3 segments designed specifically for the proficiency LEVEL assigned each umpire prior to the Field Day.
Segment 1 – LEVEL 1 – Base training for all LEVEL 1 (NEW and Returning) and returning LEVEL 2 (4 games or less last year) umpires
Segment 2 – LEVEL 3 – Plate training for returning LEVEL 2 and Base Only umpires (LEVEL 4 and above) wanting to expand their
game
Segment 3 – LEVEL 3 umpires looking to advance to the next LEVEL and LEVEL 4 and above umpires to improve, refresh, and expand
their game presence and game management capabilities.
Complete details of the Field Day segments can be found on the website under Volunteers/Umpires/Umpire Training/Clinic Description
What: LEVEL 1 Base Training (NEW umpires; Returning LEVEL 1 & 2 umpires [4 games or less from last year)
Time: 0730-1030
Where: PHBA ‘Sports Complex’ aka Snack Shack & PO Fields
For all new umpires, this segment of Field Day training is Step 2 in the process towards becoming a PHBA umpire. This portion of the Field Day applies what was learned in the classroom and prepares the new umpire for the responsibilities of a LEVEL 1 Base umpire. This segment is also required for returning LEVEL 1 and 2 umpires to reacquaint themselves to the game.
What: LEVEL 3 Plate Training (Returning LEVEL 2s, 4s & Above Base only)
Time: 1030-1230
Where: PHBA ‘Sports Complex’ aka Snack Shack & PO Fields
For returning LEVEL 2 and LEVEL 4 & Above Base Only umpires wanting to be Plate umpires. Base-qualified umpires who believe they are ready to handle the rigors and responsibilities behind the plate. Umpires learn the requirements of being a Plate umpire.
Returning LEVEL 3 and above umpires should use this as a refresher in plate mechanics to prepare for the coming season.
What: Blue Crew Field Day Lunch
Time: 1230-1315
Where: PHBA ‘Sports Complex’ aka Snack Shack
All Hands PHBA-provided lunch for both morning and afternoon Field Day attendees. New umpires can meet and associate with returning veteran umpires; returning veteran umpires can reestablish old relationships from the previous season. A way to transition from the morning training to the the afternoon sessions.
What: LEVEL 4 and Above Advanced Mechanics
Time: 1330-1600
Where: PHBA ‘Sports Complex’ aka Snack Shack & PO Fields