The Alberta Softball Umpires Association is set to kick off 2024 with a new initiative, catering to SOFTBALL umpires in various locations.
For umpires with 1-3 years of experience. the “Jr. Academy” aims to enhance skills and knowledge through focused sessions on the 1 & 2 Umpire Systems, Plate Mechanics/Calling Pitches, Base Mechanics/Positioning and Game Management/Communication.
The inaugural session is scheduled for Saturday Jan 20th, 2024 at the Medicine Hat Stampede & Exhibition Events Centre.
Participants are to gather in the “Sierra Room” for sign in and opening remarks at 8:30am.
The Registration Fee is $25 (+ $2.96 Eventbrite Service Fee) with a limit of 24 spots for attendees! To Register, go to the following link to secure your spot!
Link to Register for Medicine Hat Academy: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/788798807467?aff=oddtdtcreator
Additional Jr. Academies are scheduled at:
- CFB Edmonton on Sat Feb 10th (Fastpitch and Slo-Pitch)
- Penhold Regional Multiplex (Fastpitch only) on Sat Feb 17th.
- Calgary area is scheduled for Sat Feb 24th (Fastpitch & Slo-Pitch) tentatively.
Have more than 3 years experience???? Don’t Worry! We thought of you too!
For those with 4+ years experience, or Level 2 umpires interested in obtaining their Level 3 Certification, the Advanced Umpiring Academy offers a curriculum designed for you. Topics include: Game Management & Communication, 2, 3 & 4 Umpire Systems, Plate Mechanics and Advanced Base Mechanics/Positioning.
The ASUA Advanced Umpire Academy will be held at the following locations and dates:
- CFB Edmonton on Sunday Feb 11th, (Fastpitch &Slo-Pitch)
- Penhold Regional Multiplex on Sun Feb 18th (Fastpitch Only)
- Calgary area Sun Feb 25th (Fastpitch and Slo-Pitch) – Tentative
Cost for the Advanced Academy is $50 + ($4.58 Eventbrite Fees)
NOTES:
– Level 3 Candidates will undergo an additional live Online session 3-4 hours in length to cover some additional topics in early March to complete their course.
All registrations must be completed through the ASUA Eventbrite webpage.
All Events are posted at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/o/asua-education-committee-32611498635
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from some of Alberta’s top umpires and experienced instructors and elevate your skills!