2025 Southeast Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 1
2025-02-16 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | George P. Phenix School, 1061 Big Bethel Road, Hampton, VA, 23666, United States
The Little League 1-Day Outreach Clinic will be led by members of the Little League National Instructor Team and seeks to help umpires of all experience levels, especially those at the grassroots levels, learn the fundaments of umpiring Little League Baseball and Softball. This clinic is open to umpires of all ages, skill levels, and experience levels.
Hands-on, engaging, and interactive instruction will focus on teaching the basics of umpire in Little League to encourage and equip umpires for the season by focusing on the following topics:
· The Role of the Little League Umpire
· The Basics of Working the Plate – 3 Steps to Calling Balls & Strikes
· Basic Field Mechanics and Positioning – Knowing Where & When to Stand
· Working the 2-Umpire System
· Little League Rules to Know
Our National Instructor Team will utilize effective instructional strategies and leverage on-field drills and simulations to introduce, apply, and reinforce the concepts presented.
Training materials and lunch will be provided for all attending umpires. However, umpires will be responsible for all other travel arrangements, including lodging, breakfast, and dinner, if appropriate.
It is suggested that umpires bring all umpire equipment and gear, and umpires may dress in umpire uniform or wear clothing that allows them to move and participate freely in cage work, drills, and simulations accordingly. Umpires should also bring a glove with them to participate in all planned activities.
**Note: Umpires under the age of 18 must be registered by their parent and/or legal guardian, and the contact information provided must be that of the parent and/or legal guardian.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, our clinics will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game. We hope to see you soon!

2025 Southwest Region Umpire Academy 1
2025-02-20 16:00 - 2025-02-23 13:00 | Eastdale Little League, 701 Alameda Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87713, United States
The Little League Umpire Academy is a completely revamped and highly engaging umpire training event that provides a comprehensive, jam-packed, hands-on, and interactive study and application of the Little League Rules, Plate Mechanics, Base Mechanics, and the fundamentals of Working the 2-Umpire System. This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older.
Members of our National Instructor Staff will lead instruction throughout the academy, using thoughtful, engaging, and interactive instructional strategies to provide a high-quality, highly comprehensive training event that equips and encourages umpires of all ability and experience levels. The National Instructor Team meets regularly to discuss best teaching practices, to remain current on all modern trends in umpiring, and to review and understand the Little League Umpire Development Curriculum so that we can provide an unmatched learning experience at each of our training events, especially each of our Umpire Academies across the program.
Training materials and lunch will be provided for all attending umpires, and umpires will be responsible for making their own lodging arrangements, along with breakfast and dinner arrangements.
Additionally, umpires are required to bring all umpire equipment and gear and are requested to dress in uniform for all sessions unless communicated otherwise by the training staff. Umpires should also bring a glove with them for cage work, drills, and simulations throughout the event.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, our Academies will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game. We hope to see you soon!
SAMPLE AGENDA:
8AM-10AM – Formation and Classroom Session – Rules / Mechanics
10AM-12PM – Plate Work
12PM-1PM – Lunch Break
1PM-2PM – Classroom Session – Rules / Mechanics
3PM-5PM – On-Field Work
5PM-6PM – Dinner Break
6PM-7:30PM – Extra Work / Night School

2025 West Region Umpire Academy 1
2025-02-21 12:00 - 2025-02-26 18:00 | West Region Headquarters, 6707 Little League Drive, San Bernardino, CA, 92407
The Little League Umpire Academy is a completely revamped and highly engaging umpire training event that provides a comprehensive, jam-packed, hands-on, and interactive study and application of the Little League Rules, Plate Mechanics, Base Mechanics, and the fundamentals of Working the 2-Umpire System. This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older.
Members of our National Instructor Staff will lead instruction throughout the academy, using thoughtful, engaging, and interactive instructional strategies to provide a high-quality, highly comprehensive training event that equips and encourages umpires of all ability and experience levels. The National Instructor Team meets regularly to discuss best teaching practices, to remain current on all modern trends in umpiring, and to review and understand the Little League Umpire Development Curriculum so that we can provide an unmatched learning experience at each of our training events, especially each of our Umpire Academies across the program.
Training materials, lunch, and dinner will be provided for all attending umpires, and umpires will be responsible for making their own lodging arrangements, along with breakfast arrangements.
Additionally, umpires are required to bring all umpire equipment and gear and are requested to dress in uniform for all sessions unless communicated otherwise by the training staff. Umpires should also bring a glove with them for cage work, drills, and simulations throughout the event.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, our Academies will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game. We hope to see you soon!
SAMPLE AGENDA:
8AM-10AM – Formation and Classroom Session – Rules / Mechanics
10AM-12PM – Plate Work
12PM-1PM – Lunch Break
1PM-2PM – Classroom Session – Rules / Mechanics
3PM-5PM – On-Field Work
5PM-6PM – Dinner Break
6PM-7:30PM – Extra Work / Night School
Please Note: There will be NO lodging provided. Lunch & Dinner will be provided at the facility.
Check in will begin Friday at 12:00pm
Academy instruction will begin Friday 1:00pm – Dinner only on Friday
Academy will conclude Wednesday, at 3:00pm – Lunch only on Wednesday

2025 Central Region Plate Mechanics Clinic
2025-02-21 17:00 - 2025-02-22 18:00 | Central Region Headquarters, 7185 S. Indianapolis Road, Whitestown, IN, 46075, United States
The Little League Plate Mechanics clinic is a brand-new clinic offering for 2025, and our National Instructor Team is excited about offering this specialized clinic to help umpires of all skill levels and experience improve their plate work! This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older.
Our plate mechanics clinic will focus specifically on building and refining the fundamentals of working the plate to produce accurate and competent plate umpires. The curriculum will focus on five instructional modules, leveraging dynamic seminar, interactive classroom instruction, drill-work, and video analysis to provide a highly engaging and thought-provoking learning environment:
· Module 1: The 3 Basic Steps to Calling Balls & Strikes
· Module 2: Strike Zone Strategy
· Module 3: Style & Form of Calls
· Module 4: Efficient Movement from behind the Plate
· Module 5: Play Positioning for Force Plays and Tag Plays at the Plate
Training materials and lunch will be provided for all attending umpires, and umpires will be responsible for making their own lodging arrangements, along with breakfast and dinner arrangements.
Additionally, umpires are required to bring all umpire equipment and gear and are requested to dress in full umpire uniform during all sessions unless communicated otherwise by the training staff. Umpires should also bring a glove with them for cage work, drills, and simulations throughout the event.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, this plate mechanics clinic will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game and succeed as a plate umpire. We hope to see you soon!

2025 West Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 1
2025-02-23 08:30 - 16:30 | Ellerhorst Elementary School, fields of Pinole Hercules Little League, 3501 Pinole Valley Road, Pinole, CA, 94564, United States
This Little League Umpire Outreach Clinic will be one day of instruction by experienced Little League umpire instructors on the basics of the 2 umpire mechanics.
The topics covered will include:

Concepts and Philosophy of the Little League Umpire,
Field Mechanics and Positioning,
Plate Mechanics,
Timing and Communication.
Game Management and Handling Conflicts

This is an active clinic that will use on the field training methods to reinforce the key concepts of being a Little League umpire. The clinic will be taught with an eye towards learning new skills and refreshing your existing skills as the season approaches.
We will focus on the 2 Umpire Crew mechanics used in most Little League games on a 60 foot diamond.
No prior umpire experience is required to attend for adult students. Youth must be at least 13 years old and have some prior umpire experience to attend.
Lead Instructors will be qualified trainers with experience as instructors at previous Little League umpire schools and clinics. The latest in umpire mechanics being taught across all of Little League will be the basis for instruction. You will learn the same basic skills that are used by the umpires at the Little League World Series.
Students need to be prepared for active participation on a grass and dirt field. They should wear appropriate shoes (no metal cleats).
A light lunch will be provided.
The performance of the actions of a Little League umpire include some risk of personal injury and/or damage to personal equipment. Students should be registered with their local Little League as a volunteer to be covered by the Little League Accident Insurance, or ensure they are covered with their own insurance.
Cost to register for the Clinic:
If you a member of one of the California District 4 leagues you are eligible to register at no cost. D4 leagues have already contributed towards umpire training programs. Please select the California District 4 option when registering.
If you are not part of a California District 4 league, the cost is $25.00 which goes towards clinic expenses. Select the Non-District 4 ticket option.

2025 West Region Plate Mechanics Clinic
2025-02-28 18:00 - 2025-03-02 12:00 | West Region Headquarters, 6707 Little League Drive, San Bernardino, CA, 92407

2025 Southwest Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 1
2025-03-08 09:00 - 16:00 | 339 Picard Rd, 339 Picard Rd, Sulphur, LA, 70663, United States

2025 Southeast Region Umpire Academy 1
2025-03-11 18:00 - 2025-03-16 13:00 | Southeast Region Headquarters, 439 Snellgrove Drive, Warner Robins, GA, 31088

2025 Central Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 1
2025-03-15 09:00 - 16:00 | 208 S Linda St, 208 S Linda St, Hobart, IN, 46342, United States

2025 Williamsport Spring Umpire Academy
2025-03-19 08:00 - 2025-03-23 13:00 | 617 E. Mountain Avenue, Williamsport, PA, 17702, United States
Little League® International is pleased to extend a cordial invitation to all league volunteers to join our enthusiastic Little League National Instructor Team in Williamsport, Pennsylvania to our Little League Umpire Academy. Students must be a minimum of eighteen years old to attend this Academy.
Enrollment in this Academy will be limited to forty (40) participants. It will be held in the Dr. Creighton J. Hale International Grove Dining Hall, Recreation Room (2nd Floor), and the field facilities at International Headquarters. Should we experience inclement weather, all field exercises and plate work will be conducted indoors.
The Little League Umpire Academy is a completely revamped and highly engaging umpire training event that provides a comprehensive, jam-packed, hands-on, and interactive study and application of the Little League Rules, Plate Mechanics, Base Mechanics, and the fundamentals of Working the 2-Umpire System.
Members of our National Instructor Staff will lead instruction throughout the academy, using thoughtful, engaging, and interactive instructional strategies to provide a high-quality, highly comprehensive training event that equips and encourages umpires of all ability and experience levels. The National Instructor Team meets regularly to discuss best teaching practices, to remain current on all modern trends in umpiring, and to review and understand the Little League Umpire Development Curriculum so that we can provide an unmatched learning experience at each of our training events, especially each of our Umpire Academies across the program.
The cost of the academy is $300.00 per student and covers all instructional materials, three meals per day (Wednesday – Saturday), and one meal (Sunday), and housing in Little League International Dormitories. Each student attending the academy will need to provide their own equipment including an umpire hat, indicator for balls and strikes, baseball glove for cage work, drills, and simulations, mask, and complete plate equipment. The preferred uniform for the school is charcoal gray umpire pants, black t-shirt, black shirt/jacket, black shoes, and black belt.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
We offer an fun, comprehensive, positive, encouraging, and enjoyable experience that will afford each volunteer umpire the opportunity to become properly trained to umpire all levels of Little League Baseball and Softball. Please encourage other umpires, coaches, and managers to attend. Should you have any questions, or need information regarding the school, please contact Cathy Lusk, Operations Administrative Assistant, at 570-326-1921, ext. 2248 or clusk@littleleague.org.
(NOTE: Arrangements may be made to check-in Tuesday evening between 5-7PM to stay in the dorms Tuesday night so that umpires are rested and ready for breakfast on Wednesday morning. Details for this option will be provided by Cathy Lusk via email one week prior to the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, our Academies will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game. We hope to see you soon!
SAMPLE AGENDA:
7AM-8AM – Breakfast
8AM-10AM – Formation and Classroom Session – Rules / Mechanics
10AM-12PM – Plate Work
12PM-1PM – Lunch Break
1PM-2PM – Classroom Session – Rules / Mechanics
3PM-5PM – On-Field Work
5PM-6PM – Dinner Break
6PM-7:30PM – Extra Work / Night School

2025 West Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 2
2025-03-22 08:00 - 2025-03-23 17:00 | Oregon District 4 Little League, Portland, OR, United States

2025 Southwest Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 3
2025-03-29 08:30 - 17:00 | 13950 York St, 13950 York St, Thornton, CO, 80602, United States
Colorado District 2 Umpire Outreach Clinic
Come join us for the Colorado District 2 Umpire Outreach Clinic! This in-person event will be held at 13950 York St. Whether you’re a seasoned umpire or just starting out, this clinic is a great opportunity to learn new skills, connect with other umpires, and improve your game. Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your umpiring abilities and have a great time doing it. See you there!

2025 Southwest Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 2
2025-03-29 09:00 - 16:00 | 7001 Golf Club Drive, Arlington, TX 76001, USA, 7001 Golf Club Drive, Arlington, TX, 76001, United States

2025 East Region Outreach Umpire Clinic
2025-04-05 08:00 - 16:00 | Hall-Dale Middle & High School, 111 Maple Street, Farmingdale, MD, 04344, United States

2025 East Region Umpire Academy 1
2025-04-10 18:00 - 2025-04-13 13:00 | East Region Headquarters, 335 Mix Street, Bristol, CT, 06010
The Little League Umpire Academy is a completely revamped and highly engaging umpire training event that provides a comprehensive, jam-packed, hands-on, and interactive study and application of the Little League Rules, Plate Mechanics, Base Mechanics, and the fundamentals of Working the 2-Umpire System. This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older.
Members of our National Instructor Staff will lead instruction throughout the academy, using thoughtful, engaging, and interactive instructional strategies to provide a high-quality, highly comprehensive training event that equips and encourages umpires of all ability and experience levels. The National Instructor Team meets regularly to discuss best teaching practices, to remain current on all modern trends in umpiring, and to review and understand the Little League Umpire Development Curriculum so that we can provide an unmatched learning experience at each of our training events, especially each of our Umpire Academies across the program.
Training materials and lunch will be provided for all attending umpires, and umpires will be responsible for making their own lodging arrangements, along with breakfast and dinner arrangements.
Additionally, umpires are required to bring all umpire equipment and gear and are requested to dress in uniform for all sessions unless communicated otherwise by the training staff. Umpires should also bring a glove with them for cage work, drills, and simulations throughout the event.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, our Academies will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game. We hope to see you soon!

2025 Central Region Outreach Umpire Clinic 2
2025-04-13 09:00 - 16:00 | 1892 17th Ave S, 1892 17th Ave S, South Fargo, ND, 58103, United States

2025 Central Region Tournament Preparation Umpire Clinic
2025-05-30 13:00 - 2025-06-01 12:00 | Central Region Headquarters, 7185 S. Indianapolis Road, Whitestown, IN, 46075, United States
The Little League Tournament Preparation Clinic for Umpires is a brand-new clinic offering for 2025! The National Instructor Team is excited to offer this clinic to prepare and equip umpires that will be working any level of the International Tournament. This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older who will be working any level of the International Tournament, including Districts, Section, State, Region, and/or World Series.
The Tournament Preparation Clinic for Umpires will focus on preparing umpires for the International Tournament by maximizing the performance of each umpire. Leveraging engaging and dynamic seminar, interactive classroom instruction, drill-work, and video review, the clinic curriculum will focus on the following topics:
· The Little League 4-Umpire System for the 60-Foot and Big Diamonds
· Play Positioning Strategies for Plays at 1B, 2B, 3B, and HP
· Little League Rules & Tournament Rules to Know
· Handling Situations and Crew Leadership
Training materials and lunch will be provided for all attending umpires, and umpires will be responsible for making their own lodging arrangements, along with breakfast and dinner arrangements.
Additionally, umpires are required to bring all umpire equipment and gear and are requested to dress in full umpire uniform during all sessions unless communicated otherwise by the training staff. Umpires should also bring a glove with them for cage work, drills, and simulations throughout the event.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, this clinic will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game and be successful this tournament season. We hope to see you soon!

2025 Southwest Region Tournament Preparation Umpire Clinic
2025-05-30 15:00 - 2025-06-01 13:00 | George W. Bush Little League Leadership Training Center, 3700 South University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, United States
Tournament Preparation Clinic for Umpires
The Little League Tournament Preparation Clinic for Umpires is a brand-new clinic offering for 2025! The National Instructor Team is excited to offer this clinic to prepare and equip umpires that will be working any level of the International Tournament. This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older who will be working any level of the International Tournament, including Districts, Section, State, Region, and/or World Series.
The Tournament Preparation Clinic for Umpires will focus on preparing umpires for the International Tournament by maximizing the performance of each umpire. Leveraging engaging and dynamic seminar, interactive classroom instruction, drill-work, and video review, the clinic curriculum will focus on the following topics:
· The Little League 4-Umpire System for the 60-Foot and Big Diamonds
· Play Positioning Strategies for Plays at 1B, 2B, 3B, and HP
· Little League Rules & Tournament Rules to Know
· Handling Situations and Crew Leadership
Training materials and lunch will be provided for all attending umpires, and umpires will be responsible for making their own lodging arrangements, along with breakfast and dinner arrangements.
Additionally, umpires are required to bring all umpire equipment and gear and are requested to dress in full umpire uniform during all sessions unless communicated otherwise by the training staff. Umpires should also bring a glove with them for cage work, drills, and simulations throughout the event.
As a Little League Umpire, all umpires are reminded to complete a background check on the Umpire Registry for $5.00 in addition to completing the Abuse Awareness Training via USA Baseball and SafeSport. Attendees may be required to provide a copy of the certificate indicating completion of this Abuse Awareness Training prior to participating in the training event. The Abuse Awareness training is free and can be completed here: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/. (Note: Certificates must be dated after October 1 of the previous year to be valid and will be necessary should live games or simulations be used during the event.)
Whether new to the umpiring ranks or many years of experience, this clinic will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and rules knowledge to elevate your game and be successful this tournament season. We hope to see you soon!

2025 Southeast Region Tournament Preparation Umpire Clinic
2025-05-30 15:00 - 2025-06-01 13:00 | Southeast Region Headquarters, 439 Snellgrove Drive, Warner Robins, GA, 31088

2025 West Region Tournament Preparation Umpire Clinic
2025-05-30 15:00 - 2025-06-01 13:00 | West Region Headquarters, 6707 Little League Drive, San Bernardino, CA, 92407

2025 East Region Tournament Preparation Umpire Clinic
2025-06-05 10:00 - 2025-06-07 14:00 | East Region Headquarters, 335 Mix Street, Bristol, CT, 06010

2025 East Region Umpire Academy 2
2025-09-18 10:00 - 2025-09-21 13:00 | 617 E. Mountain Avenue, Williamsport, PA, 17702, United States

2025 Southeast Region Umpire Academy 2
2025-09-23 18:00 - 2025-09-28 13:00 | Southeast Region Headquarters, 439 Snellgrove Drive, Warner Robins, GA, 31088

2025 Central Region Umpire Academy 2
2025-10-01 17:00 - 2025-10-05 13:00 | Central Region Headquarters, 7185 S. Indianapolis Road, Whitestown, IN, 46075, United States

2025 Southwest Region Umpire Academy 2
2025-10-22 18:00 - 2025-10-26 13:00 | George W. Bush Little League Leadership Training Center, 3700 South University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, United States

2025 Williamsport Fall Umpire Academy
2025-11-05 08:00 - 2025-11-09 13:00 | Little League World Series Complex, 617 E Mountain Ave, South Williamsport, PA, 17702, United States

2025 West Region Umpire Academy 2
2025-11-07 12:00 - 2025-11-12 15:00 | West Region Headquarters, 6707 Little League Drive, San Bernardino, CA, 92407

2026 Southwest Plate Mechanics Clinic
2026-01-16 18:00 - 2026-01-18 13:00 | Southwest Region Headquarters, 3700 S. University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706
Our Plate Mechanics clinic will focus on developing and refining the fundamentals of working the plate.
The Little League® Plate Mechanics clinic is back for its second year in 2026, and our National Instructor Team is excited about offering this specialized clinic to help umpires of all skill levels and experience improve their plate work! This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older.
Registration opens on December 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (ET).
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2026 Southwest Outreach Clinic #1
2026-01-31 | Southwest Region Headquarters, 3700 S. University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706
More information coming soon. Please continue to check back.

2026 West Umpire Academy - Big Diamonds
2026-02-16 12:00 - 2026-02-20 13:00 | West Region Headquarters, 6707 Little League Drive, San Bernardino, CA, 92407
Join us for our completely revamped, highly engaging, comprehensive Little League Umpire Academy in San Bernardino, Calif.
The Little League Umpire Academy is a completely revamped and highly engaging umpire training event that provides a comprehensive, jam-packed, hands-on, and interactive study and application of the Little League Rules, Plate Mechanics, Base Mechanics, and the fundamentals of Working the 2-Umpire System on the 70- and 90-foot diamonds. This training is open to umpires ages 18 and older.
Registration opens on December 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (ET).
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