2-Umpire System Clinic - Albuquerque 2026

Our National Instructor Team is excited to offer our 2-Umpire System Clinic, a specialized clinic to help umpires of all skill levels and experience improve their fundamentals in working the 2-Umpire System on the 60-Foot Diamond. This training event is open to umpires ages 18 and older.

Our 2-Umpire System Clinic will focus specifically on building and refining the fundamentals of working the 2-Umpire System on the 60-Foot Diamond. Leveraging engaging and dynamic seminar, interactive classroom instruction, drill-work, and video analysis to provide a highly engaging and thought-provoking learning environment:

· Module 1: The Role & Identity of the Little League Umpire

· Module 2: Basic Responsibilities in the 2-Umpire System and Conducting an Effective Pre-Game Conference

· Module 3: Basic Alignment and Starting Positions for the A, B, and C Positions

· Module 4: Executing Teamwork in the 2-Umpire System: Basic Movements and Play Positioning

· Module 5: Style & Form of Calls

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 all 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 2-Umpire System Clinic will ensure you have the most current, up-to-date, and approved mechanics and knowledge to elevate your game and succeed as an umpire. We hope to see you soon!

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