Umpire Resources

Baseball Ontario has a new certification process for Level 1 and 2 umpires, combining both virtual and in-person training.

 

Level 1 and 2 Certification Process

There will be 3 registration components:

1. Complete a virtual Umpire Learning Course
2. Attend an in-person, locally hosted Developing Umpire Camp
3. *If 18 or older, complete Baseball Ontario volunteer screening requirements as outlined on the Baseball Ontario website and in the ONDeck app

 

Umpire Learning Course

All Level 1 and 2 umpires will complete a virtual Umpire Learning Course that:

• Will contain a series of interactive, independent learning modules
• Is designed to be self-directed and self-paced, taking approximately 2 hours in total to complete
• Covers rules, mechanics, and positioning considerations for umpires
• Is designed for each umpire’s specific level

Developing Umpire Camp

All Level 1 and 2 umpires will also attend a Baseball Ontario Umpire Camp that will be:

• Minimum 4 hours in length
• Held in a gym or indoor field facility
• Hosted by local associations
• Fun and active, with an emphasis on game situations and umpiring fundamentals
• Attended by both Level 1 and 2 umpires in a combined setting
• Run by two Baseball Ontario Clinicians, ensuring that content is still differentiated by level where needed

 

REGISTRATION FOR NEW AND RETURNING LEVEL 1 & 2 UMPIRES!

 

All baseball umpires are required to register for the Vaughan camp via the Baseball Ontario website https://www.playoba.ca/ under the ‘Umpires’ tab and complete the online modules for level 1 & 2 through the Baseball Ontario ONDeck application.

 

NEW UMPIRES

 

Register at https://ondeck.baseballontario.com/baseball-ontario-ondeck/register

 

When creating your profile, select Level 1.1 as your role in the ONDeck system.  You will then have access to the Level 1 Getting Started online learning modules and will be able to select a locally hosted Umpire Camp to attend in person.  Completion of both the online and in-person components is required for certification in 2024.

 

Please note that there are two Vaughan camps listed:

 

1)    Vaughan 2-Day Level 1/2 Umpire Camp 8 am – 12 pm

2)    Vaughan 2-Day Level 1/2 Umpire Camp 1 – 5 pm

 

 

RETURNING LEVEL 1 OR 2 UMPIRES 

 

Log in to your OnDeck Profile at https://ondeck.baseballontario.com/

 

When updating your profile in ONDeck, select the role that is one level higher than your 2023 certification. 

 

Examples:

 

A Level 1.1 umpire in 2023 would select the Level 1.2 role

A Level 1.2 umpire in 2023 would select the Level 2.1 role

A Level 2.1 umpire in 2023 would select the Level 2.2 role

A Level 2.2 umpire in 2023 would select the Level 2.3 role

 

After updating your profile, you will then have access to the appropriate online Learning Modules for your level, and will be able to select a locally hosted Umpire Camp to attend in-person. Completion of both the online and in-person components is required for certification in 2024.

 

Please note that there are two Vaughan camps listed:

 

1)    Vaughan 2-Day Level 1/2 Umpire Camp 8 am – 12 pm

2)    Vaughan 2-Day Level 1/2 Umpire Camp 1 – 5 pm

 

Note:  All Level 1 and 2 umpires are required to complete their virtual Umpire Learning Course prior to attending the Vaughan camp.