SAMPLE GAME REPORT USE THE BIG RED ”R” to do your brief report within 12 hours of the scheduled game time… Please e use the followin wing qu quest stions ns as a gu guidel eline to compl plet ete your r repor ort. Cut/paste this to a WORD document…Save it & use it each time to fill in your response...then place in the "Comment" section of your report… Actual time the game started Bat checks: Did the coach have the current bat list? Were the bat lists completed properly by the coaches upon pre-game inspection? Were the bats laid out in front of the dugout in order? Any items coaches were annoyed about? Warnings? Chirping issues? What could the crew have done differently, etc. Any issues with illegal pitches?
ARBITER…. The locatio ion n of Forms s that t the Assigno gnors s place in Arbiter is in the tab called LISTS….Forms Sampl mple e Emai ail l to college ge staff Conferen rence ce Policie ies Game e Report t Outli line ne Inde depe pendent ndent Contra ract ctor or Agreem reement ents + more…..
COMMUNICATION….. Email….How often do you check email? When do you check the Arbiter… Do you use your Smartphone or computer? How do you accept an assignment? If you look at it the Assignor sees the word “notified”, but the college cannot see that anyone is on the game yet If you look at it, and then go out….Go back in and click ACCEPT and then SUBMIT….Now the college staff can see you are on the contest and pay you
SAMPLE EMAIL TO COACH Send this 5-7 days prior to your game assignment NAME OF COACH /EVENT STAFF PERSON I am confirming that your umpire crew will arrive on DATE for the SINGLE OR DH scheduled for TIME. The game site is at xxxx. Please let us know where to park and where we pick up a parking pass. Just a reminder … .please bring the NCAA bat list to the game. The list can be found on the NCAA website http://sup.arbitersports.com/Groups/104484/Library/files/NCAA_Approved_Softball_Bat_List.pdf My partner & I look forward to working this contest. Please alert me if there are any date or time changes. If weather becomes an issue, please contact us as soon as possible, so we know what to do. Contact us at: EMAIL CELL EMAIL CELL Thank you, Crew Chief ’ s Name 38
CCSUA Locker Room website. Here is the infor orma mation on to access s the site and login n for the first time: 1. URL: www.collegesoftballumpires.org You should add this site to your Bookmarks or Favorites Bar 2. Login the first time with your email address (the one you use for Arbiter) and this password: softball ll 3. Change your password immediately by going to the Member Profiles tab, select Your Profile , click on Edit Profile (box just below your name), scroll down to the Password field, enter your new password in the Password and Confirm Your Password fields, then scroll to the bottom and select Save Changes . Things ngs you need to do when n you u access s the site for the first time: Read the Newsletters if you have not already done so (Resources tab, select News for Blues)…… Go to the Testing tab and take the test(s)…… Take some time to get familiar with our new website……Check out the Resources tab and Video tab.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is entered into by and between the Independent Contractor and the Assignors/Coordinators of these Conferences on January 11, 2015 through May 31, 2015 Big West Conference GSAC an NAIA Conference Coast Community College Conference CCAA Division 2 Conference NAIA Independent Universities Foohill Community College Conference Pac-West Division 2 Conference Orange Empire Community College Conference SCIAC Division 3 Conference South Coast Community College Conference West Coast Conference Western State Community College Conference The Independent Contractor agrees to perform services for the Conferences for which they have received assignments. The Contractor cannot subcontract or otherwise delegate its obligations. By accepting g a me assign men ts On-Line or on Paper, each official will automatically be accepting the terms and conditions of the Officials Cont tract. Each Conference will pay Contractor a fee for services as designated in the Arbiter Assigning Services website. Contractor and the Commissioner & Assignor of each Conference listed, understand, acknowledge and agree that Contractor's relationship with will be that of an independent contractor and nothing in this Agreement is intended to or should be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship. Since the Contractor will not be an employee of any of the Conferences listed, Contractor will not be entitled to any of the benefits, including, by way of example, group health or life insurance. The Contractor is not an agent of the Conference(s) as a result of or in the course of performing services pursuant to this Agreement and Contractor is not authorized to make any representation, contract or commitment on behalf of any of the Conferences unless specifically requested or authorized in writing to do so by the Commissioner or Assignor. The Contractor understands and agrees that it will be the sole responsibility of the Contractor to file all tax returns and payments required to any Federal or State authority with respect to the Contractor’s performance or services. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES - The Contractor agrees to: 1. Officiating assignments - To serve as a game official in contests for which assignments that have been offered by each Conference Assignor/Coordinator of Officiating have been accepted. Official agrees to travel and arrive at the competition site no less than 1 hour prior to each contest. 2. Physical condition – To agree to maintain the level of physical conditioning necessary to officiate softball contests. It is strongly recommend that official undergo a physical examination by a licensed physician prior to the start of the playing season. 3. Knowledge of rules – To maintain a working level and knowledge of the rules and mechanics for the sport of softball as prescribed by the NCAA, and taught by the C alifornia Collegiate Softball Umpire Association, “ CCSUA ” (training group contra cted by the Assignors to provide education and disseminate information). To attend any clinic that is required by the Assignors/Coordinators. 4. Sports wagering – To acknowledge that he/she has not wagered on sports contests involved in the sport of softball, and will report immediately, any bribe or attempt by anyone to fix, shave points, or illegally influence the outcome of a contest. Failure to report promptly any violation of these policies or failing to promptly report any bribe or attempt by anyone to fix, shave points, or illegally influence the outcome of a Conference(s) or other athletics contest could result in termination of this agreement. 5. Behavior and misconduct – To maintain a maximum level of professionalism at all times in conduct, demeanor, and image while representing the Conference(s). Below is a non-exclusive list of behaviors that would be defined as misconduct and could warrant termination of this agreement: Public comments that are derogatory in nature, Inappropriate comments toward coaches, participants, officials, or spectators, criminal activity or behavior, the use of a substance, especially alcohol or a drug on school property. 6. Indemnification. Contractor shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Assignors/Coordinators, and the CCSUA Training Group, from and against any and all claims, actions, liability, damage, loss or obligations including all costs, demands, expenses and attorney’s fees, arising out of contractor's performance of contractor’s obligations under this Agreement. 7. Insurance. Contractor shall obtain and maintain at his/her own expense types of insurance (e.g., medical, worker’s compensation) for injury sustained in the performance of his/her duties. DATE:__________________________________ SIGNATURE:__________________________________ PRINT NAME:_________________________________ 40
CCCAA Zero Tolerance Policy Zero Tolerance is just that, no exceptions! CCCAA Memo: Decorum, Sportsmanship and Professionalism If profanity heard by official - NO CHOICE, EJECT NO game reports which have ◦ An individual is cited for profanity and ◦ Allowed to remain in the contest!
CCSUA Annual Meeting 2017
Becoming a problem Big concern SUP – new sub-section in CCA Manual CCSUA policy Conference policies Consider comments as public at all times You represent umpires, the CCSUA, the Assignors Promote umpiring in a positive light
Guidelines No specifics about your assignments
NO pictures after the game showing alcohol
Guidelines - 2 Do not engage in specific plays or rulings Communication with other umpires - private NO pictures on the field or locker room The NCAA as well as a few Conference Coordinators check social media for umpires who are using it before making post season assignments. SOCIAL MEDIA IS NOT YOUR FRIEND
CCSUA Annual Meeting 2017 Training Program Rules Update
CCSUA TRAINING PROGRAM Welcome to our new umpires Fall Clinic and Fall Ball Mentors In-season observations Study Groups
Study Groups • Leaders stand up • Tell us about your Study Group – Dates, times – Agenda, any room for more? • Not too late to start one yourself *
Rules Updates • Emergency rule change
New Rules Suggested by ESPN because the sport is growing and we need less confusion • Shortstop must be 5’4” or less • Left-fielder must be left-handed • Right-fielder must be right-handed This is a joke….
ERA’s • Projected Substitutions and re-entries not allowed • Questioning strike zone and any call on the field based purely on umpire’s judgment. • Scouting Info and Electronic Equipment Use *
Points of Emphasis No changes, just a review • Hit by Pitch • Obstruction • Questioning strike zone or umpire’s judgment *
SRC 1 and 2 - Facility • Facility – padding on backstop (2016) • 2017 field requirements – On the Locker Room in CCSUA Forms – LF and RF: 4’ fence, 210’ distance – CF: 230’ minimum, 235’ maximum *
SRC 3 - 2018 Requirements Fencing/netting front of dugouts • Field side of the dugout- netting or fencing not less than 6 feet from floor Foul poles on institutional fields • Minimum of 10 feet high • Recommended height of 20 feet • Either white or optic orange. *
SRC 4 - Student-athlete well-being • Hit by pitch – Last 10 years, risen 50% in D1 and D2 – Astonishing 100% in D3 • Alternative facilities (in-door, dome) – Shortened outfield fences *
Warnings and Ejections
Warnings • When to give – Are we issuing instead of using people skills? • Does coach get a warning the first time arguing a judgment call which cannot be changed? – Correct – Adheres to new rule and SRC’s emphasis *
Ejections • Locker Room articles – Game Management Corner • Video Presentations – Game Management: Preventive umpiring – Game Management: Arguments
Bat Inspection
Bat Inspection • REASON FOR CHECKING EQUIPMENT IS TO ENSURE THAT BATS ON THE LIST MEET ALL THE REQUIREMENTS - AS MANUFACTURED. • BATS WITH A CRACK OR A DENT • BATS WHERE THE CONNECTION OF THE TWO PIECES IS COMPROMISED • BATS THAT HAVE BEEN ALTERED OR OVER- USED SO MUCH THAT DON’T RESEMBLE THE BAT THE WAY IT WAS MANUFACTURERED. *
Bat Inspection • How much and how hard should an umpire be shaking the bat while checking for wobbles and rattles? • AS YOU WAGGLE THE BAT (WRIST FLIP FORWARD AWAY FROM THE BODY AND THEN BACK TOWARD THE BODY), THERE IS A TIME LAG FOR THE BARREL TO CATCH UP WITH THE HANDLE. IT CAN CERTAINLY BE DONE WITH JUST ONE HAND MIDWAY UP THE GRIP *
Bat Inspection • How can we determine if a mark on the barrel of the bat is just a scratch of the paint versus a crack that appears to have affected the actual barrel? • COMPOSITE BATS ARE NOW DESIGNED TO BREAK FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND PAINT SCRATCHES ARE FROM THE OUTSIDE IN *
Bat Inspection • LOOKING TO SEE IF THE EDGES ARE EXPLODING OR IMPLODING USUALLY HELPS. • SCRATCHES ARE USUALLY ALONE BUT CRACKS OFTEN (BUT NOT ALWAYS) SPIDERS OR RADIATES AND ARE MORE A GROUP OF MARKS THAN A SINGLE MARK. *
Top Questions
Top Question 1 • The catcher requests time to talk with her pitcher. Can the base coaches meet without being a charged offensive conference if they are back in their coach’s boxes once the catcher is back at the plate?
Top Question 1 • Yes, the coaches can meet and this is not a charged conference because the game was not held up.
Top Question 2 • If you start the game with 10 players can you drop to 9 players, then back to 10 players then back to 9?
Top Question 2 • Yes. If you start with 10 players you may drop to 9 and then back to 10 as many times as long as you have enough substitutes. • You cannot start a game with 9 and then decide once the lineup card is official to • switch to 10.
Top Question 3 • The second baseman is attempting to field a batted ball. The base runner is advancing legally to second when the fielder stops to let the runner pass because she thinks a collision might occur. Is this interference?
Top Question 3 • Interference is an act that denies the defense a reasonable opportunity to make a play. • In this instance the fielder opted not to pursue fielding the ball and allowed the runner to pass. • In this case we cannot assume that this is interference
Top Question 4 • Can a team stand in front of the dugout while a pitcher or substitute pitcher is warming up? *
Top Question 4 • No, the only the batter and on deck batter are allowed in foul territory • near their dugout to warm up. The remaining players may run in foul • territory from the end of their dugout to the outfield fence.
Top Question 5 • There is a runner on second base with two outs when her teammate hits an out of the park homerun. • The batter missed first base. • The defense properly appeals that the batter did not touch first base for the third out. • Should the run from second base count? *
Top Question 5 • The run from second base does not count since the batter runner • never reached first base. This is the third out of the inning, no runs • scored.
Top Question 6 • A coach calls time to talk to the first base umpire about a judgment call. The coach was not argumentative and left the field after the umpire explained what they saw. Should this be a warning?
Top Question 6 • a. Yes, the coach should receive a warning because it was a judgment call and they delayed the game. • b. Exception: A coach can ask about a call regarding your judgment but cannot question your judgment. • The play: left fielder catches a fly ball near the tarp; the base umpire calls her out. The coach can question whether you missed part of the play: foot on tarp; trapped on fence. • You are missing a piece of the play and this would not be a warning
Top Question 7 • Can the starting DP once she was replaced offensively re-enter to her original spot in the batting order? *
Top Question 7 • Yes, if she does re-enter, she must bat/run for the flex. She may play • offense for the flex or, at the same time that she plays offense, she may • either play defense for the flex or play defense for another player in • the batting order who would become the OP
QUESTIONS?? Have a great 2017 season • What are your goals? • What is your plan – specific items to help you accomplish your goal?
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SUP Update 2016 General Meeting California Collegiate Softball Umpires Association
Game Time=Shine Time 2017 Mechanics Update In Focus 2017 Working the Plate Camp Teaching Points
2017 Mechanics Updates Uniform Plate Stance Equipment Movement & Management Positioning & Calling Responsibility
2017 Mechanics Updates Uniform
2017 Mechanics Updates Plate Stance Box, Modified Gerry Davis, Heel-Toe Adjust to batter. Eyes Chin Set, in slot, release to glove.
2017 Mechanics Updates Equipment Bat list, highlighted with number of bats. Pregame warm-ups, other bats allowed. Only legal bats in on-deck circle during game. Bat check before all games.
2017 Mechanics Updates Movement & Management Hustle Move to your next position Chasing Ejections Charged Conferences
2017 Mechanics Updates Force Play Distance: no closer than 18 feet
2017 Mechanics Updates Tag Play Distance: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 – 12 feet 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Rundowns: Shared responsibility Umpire with the best look makes the call Teamwork, eye contact, communication
In Focus 2017 Strike Zone Hit by Pitch Illegally Batted Ball Code of Conduct Social Media Guidelines
Working the Plate Movement: Fair/Foul – Get to the Line Trail BR Bunt, R2 and/or R3 Point of Plate Situations: Hit by Pitch Illegally Batted Ball
Camp Teaching Points Concussion Plate Stance Movement from Plate Plate Situations
Camp Teaching Points Base Umps: Chasing, Fair/Foul Starting Position Set, Square with Plate Areas of Concern: Secondary Plays Distances Pace of Game
Past Review Pics COMMUNICATE Pushmi-Pullyu
A BIG Thank YOU
CCSUA Annual Meeting January 8, 2017
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