Question of the Day!

If a pitcher is replaced as a pitcher and his replacement requires more warm-up throws than is permitted: A: He may not return to the game even if he is eligible to do so. B: His replacement cannot be allowed to exceed the allowed number of warm-up throws. C: He may return to the game if he is eligible to do so, but not to pitch. D: He may still return to the game to pitch if he is eligible to do so. E:

   Training Topic of the Day!

Rule #: 6 Topic: Pitching Sub: Hybrid Stance NFHS: 6-1-1; 2; 3 OBR: Available Attachments: Enlarge Image Want access to many more topics? Click here to learn more about becoming a Member! The "Hybrid Stance", while not specifically defined in the rule book, is customarily a stance where the feet are not clearly within one or the other of the mandated stances. The stance is not legal because the opponents cannot be sure which pitching delivery is being used by the Pitcher, placing the offense at a disadvantage not intended in the rules. Focus on the feet to determine the stance being used. Look at the NON-PIVOT FOOT (glove side) first. If the NON-PIVOT foot is entirely in front of the rubber, the PIVOT FOOT must be parallel to and within the width of the rubber and the Pitcher must pitch from and comply with the restrictions of the Set Position. If the NON-PIVOT FOOT is not entirely in front of the rubber, the PIVOT FOOT may be in any position in contact with the rubber and the Pitcher must pitch from and comply with the restrictions of the Wind-Up Position. Should the stance meet neither the Wind-Up nor the Set Position, the Pitcher has committed an illegal pitch. "Time" is called, the ball is dead, and (1) with no runners on base, a "ball" is added to the Batter's count; or (2) with runners on base, a "balk" is called and all baserunners are awarded one base.

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PBUmpires is always looking for people interested in learning how to umpire above the youth baseball level and join the premier umpire assocation in the Tampa Bay area. We form New Umpire Clinics each Fall and Spring.  New Member training sessions have been held at Spectrum Field (formerly Brighthouse Field) in St. Petersburg and regular meetings and field clinics are generally held in Pasco County.

New Member training sessions consist a day (or series of week nights) of presentations and discussions learning baseball rules and how to apply them. You'll learn that most TV commentators are wrong about the rules quite often.  A second day (or series of week nights) will be dedicated to learning on the field, the 60', 70' and standard baseball field mechanics and the subtle differences between them. A third day will be spent umpiring games being mentored by highly experienced high school, collegiate and professionally experienced umpires dedicated to passing on the best information and skills of the craft to the next generation. Upon demonstrating a sound aptitude for the game and officiating it, you'll be invited to attend the New Member Orientation where you'll assume the mantle of PBUmpire!

Umpires certified by the FHSAA or another similar state high school certification organization, may be invited to attend the "Try Out Day", based on their level of certification and documented experience.

What we provide our members:

• Superior rules, contemporary field mechanics and professional game management training.
• Continuing Professional Education via:
  
  • Professional quality online member portal:
  • Rules and association resources.
  • Rules and mechanics presentations, quizzes, games and videos.
  • Association News, Event Schedule, Photo Roster, Photo Gallery, Video Gallery, Blog and Online Store.
• Minimum of 10 member meetings and clinics led by collegiate & professional level umpires.
  
• Objective online evaluation program with guidance to improve to the next level.
• Game Assignment Opportunities (based on evaluated ability):
  • Select youth and adult league and travel baseball in Pasco, Pinellas and Hernando Counties;
  • High School Baseball in Pasco and Hernando Counties;
  • High School Baseball District, Regional and State Playoffs;
  • MiLB Spring Training Baseball in Pasco, Hillsboro and Pinellas Counties;

We welcome all who have an interest joining PBUmpires and: are at least 16 years of age; own or can obtain necessary equipment and uniforms; own or have access to reliable transportation; have the desire to learn how and effectively umpire to superior standards. 1. Click the Become a Member image (left) and submit an online application. 2. Attend all the new member training, clinics and evaluation sessions. 3. Pass the baseball rules exam and field evaluation and you're on the field!

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