Quote:
Originally Posted by Andy
I had heard this year that approx 70% of all of the umpire slots for nationals (with the exception of 18Gold, and Men's and women's Majors) were going to umpires from the host association to cut down on travel expenses. Is this correct?
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From ASA Code:
03.
Fast Pitch
a.
Men's and Women's Major. The National Director of Umpires shall
select all umpires.
b. Junior Olympic GOLD Girls’ 18-Under. The National Director of
Umpires shall select all umpires.
c.
All other Fast Pitch National Championships. Shall use a
minimum of three ( 3 ) outside ( at-large ) umpires to be selected from
within the respective region hosting the entries.
d. Deficiencies. Should there be a deficiency in the number of team
entries, the tournament director in cooperation with the host
commissioner, may contact the regional director who has the authority to
reduce the number of assigned at-large umpires to no less than three
( 3 ).