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Old Wed Jan 30, 2019, 02:34pm
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If you were attending a local (4-8 umpires) required preseason clinic / class what topic[s] do you want to hear about beyond new rules?
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Old Wed Jan 30, 2019, 05:27pm
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If you were attending a local (4-8 umpires) required preseason clinic / class what topic[s] do you want to hear about beyond new rules?
Approved mechanics, proper equipment and uniform for umpires and players,
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If you were attending a local (4-8 umpires) required preseason clinic / class what topic[s] do you want to hear about beyond new rules?
Positioning and mechanics. Too often we hear of umpires who won't move to get into proper position to make calls. Often, it's because they aren't taught that.
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