I thought it was getting better...

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Originally Posted by DRJ1960

Do those of you who train umps have different "levels" of training (at the HS level) or is everyone (Rookies-old dogs) basically getting the same info at the same time in the same meeting[s]?

Thanks

Due to time constraints, I'll give you the Readers Digest version of what we do.

In Indiana (ASA) we give schools and clinics. The clinics are basically just a "what's new this year" sit and learn type of deal.

At our schools, we bring everybody into a common room. Give them a brief run down of what is expected of them and then split our umpires into separate groups for drills. "Rookies" being one of those groups in which we go over the most basic of basics. From how to brush a plate to what heel-toe really means.