Umpires

D9 is actively recruiting people of all ages (youth to adult) who might have an interest in becoming an umpire for the 2026 Fastball season. Attend an on-line information session to find out what it is all about.

Great benefits include:

• Free 1^st year registration and training (with a mentorship program to help you develop your skills)

• Learn new rules, meet new friends and make new money! All while having fun at the ballpark.

• Training and mentorship from skilled Umpires to help make umpiring a life-long opportunity for you

• High school students can earn up to four high school credits towards graduation

Umpire registration is open for the 2026 season. As a reminder, everyone must register each year to be insured to officiate Softball BC games for that season. Please use link for instructions and to get registered through RAMP: How to Register as an Umpire

LINK TO REGISTER WITH RAMP

Umpire Clinics:

Enderby Minor Fastball will be hosting a Level 1 umpire clinic on March 21st 2026 at Gardom Lake Bible Camp Gymnasium

Which Clinic Should I Register For?

Level 1 Certification Clinic = Brand new to umpiring or recertifying as a Level 1. Please complete both (1) Theory Clinic; plus (2) Mechanics Clinic. Umpires can complete the Mechanics Clinic prior to the Theory Clinic.

Level 2 Certification Clinic = At least one full season of umpiring and preferably to be 16 years of age or older. Please complete both (1) Theory Clinic; plus (2) Mechanics Clinic; OR, Combined Theory & Mechanics Clinic. Umpires can complete the Mechanics Clinic prior to the Theory Clinic.

Part 1: Theory Clinic
Teaches rules of the game, the four elements, qualities of an umpire, handling confrontation, introduction to plate and base mechanics.

• Level 1 Theory Clinic is offered online (self-paced). If you require in-person theory, please connect with your District UIC.

• Level 2 Theory Clinics are offered Face-to-Face and online (live attendance).

Part 2: Mechanics Clinic
Teaches 1-umpire and 2-umpire positioning, plate and base mechanics, and signals. Mechanic Clinics are offered Face-to-Face (in-person). If you are not able to attend a mechanics clinic, please contact your District Umpire-in-Chief for options. 

Level 3 Certification Clinic = We hold a Level 3 clinic every other year (pending interest). We look forward to offering this clinic in 2027.

Level 4 & Level 5 = Softball Canada National Official Program

See the Softball BC Website for full schedule and info about upcoming Umpire Certification Clinics

UMPIRE RESOURCES

UMPIRE SCREENING

UMPIRE CASEBOOK

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