UIC Clinic in OKC

[AtlUmpSteve]

Originally Posted by Skahtboi

Now to the obvious question....why is it called the UIC Clinic, then????

Just to expand on Mike's response.

ASA pays for all the association UIC's to attend. The basic premise is to attempt to develop consistency in interpretation, understanding, and to assist in training in multiple areas (to include recruitment, retainage, technology advances, and more). They also invite anyone the associations believe would benefit at this level; Zone, District, Deputy, Training Directors, whatever the applicable title.

On a real world level, this is a tremendous opportunity to meet and learn from the ASA movers and shakers; and some from outside ASA that come to learn from their counterparts. I know that ISC, ISF, NFHS, and other organizations have participated in the past; I know for a fact that the Softball Canada UIC, the ISF Director of Umpires, and the ESF (European Softball Federation) Director of Umpires plan to attend this year, as each has told me that personally.

So, it is ideal for anyone that can get local approval to learn from some of the best, not just the ASA National Staff. Granted that some will not benefit, as their direction isn't ASA. But, many more than just the UIC's can share the knowledge, and the contacts you can develop.