UMPIRES PARENTS/GUARDIANS & SUPPORT PERSONNEL GUIDELINES

Insure a safe playing environment.
Should always demonstrate enthusiasm, love and concern for each player, buddy, and volunteer.
There should be one to two umpires per game.
The umpire should start each game with a loud and clear “Play Ball!”
The umpire is to call each child safe at first base and home plate.
The umpire should wear the approved Miracle League umpire shirt and should be presentable and clean at all games.
The umpire should arrive 15 minutes before each game.
The umpire will call the beginning and ending of each game at the appropriate time.
The umpire is to assist coaches and players as necessary

Insure a safe playing environment.
Assist the Manager and Coaches with communication to the team.
Demonstrates enthusiasm, love and concern for each player, buddy, and volunteer.
Watch for overheating, dehydration and overexertion.
Provide health issues and special requirements to the manager and coach.