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Umpire School
I spent five weeks with Jim Evans and crew. The classroom training was informative and delivered in methods that kept the attention of the students through various competitions.
In the classroom we learned the rules, various signals, went over the drills that we would be doing later on the field.
Field training was thorough, with great tips and drills for executing better angle, distance and judgment. Camp games were held that tested our abilities in the mechanics of the two-umpire system.
We participated in cage work at least twice per day and on occasion three times a day, where proper plate stance, using your voice and judgment were taught. Each student was given individual videotape and was recorded during their cage exercises that were reviewed daily with the instructors.
I would recommend the Jim Evans Academy of Professional Umpiring to anyone looking to learn how to umpire or improve his or her umpiring skills.
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