C Position – Runner on Second, Third, or Bases Full
The "C Position – Runner on Second, Third, or Bases Full" Mechanic is used by the Base Umpire when there is a runner on second base, third base, second and…
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Little League® International Teams Up with Gerry Davis Sports
Gerry Davis Sports, owned and operated by Major League Baseball Crew Chief Gerry Davis, has been named the Official Umpire Uniform Provider of the Little League® World Series and an…
Pre-Game Conference: Establishing an Effective Working Relationship
Little League® Umpires often work many games during the season, and quite often do not work with the same partner(s). To develop trust and continuity takes time, but getting to…
Hey, Blue! – Protesting Unsportsmanlike Conduct
This month, we will explain and outline an umpire’s parameters to rule on the unsportsmanlike conduct of stealing signs that results in the disqualification of a player, coach, manager, or…
LLIWS Photo Galleries
View photo galleries of all 2019 LLIWS events, games, umpires, or player photos. You'll also be able to view archived photos from previous years tournaments.
The Perez Family Brings Hawaiian Spirit to Williamsport
By Will Desautelle Umpire Jamie Perez jogged out to first base to get in position for a consolation game between the Northwest and Europe-Africa team on Tuesday morning. Behind home…
The Call – Part I: Getting Local
Meet volunteer umpire, Mike McCullough and follow his journey to Williamsport where he'll be one of 16 umpires at the 2017 Little League® World Series.
Definition of the Little League® Strike Zone
The “strike zone” is the one area of baseball and softball that causes the most discussions, disagreements, concerns and frustrations. According to the current edition of Little League's Rules, Regulations,…
A Position – The Pivot
The "A Position – The Pivot" Mechanic is a three-step movement used by the Base Umpire when moving from the A Position into the infield when there is no runner…
Plate Mechanics: Explaining “The Slot”
The home plate umpire is responsible for establishing an athletic position for the purpose of ruling on pitches delivered by the pitcher, while also working in close proximity to the…