Clinics, Classes, and Development
Step 1: Indicate your interest in getting involved in umpiring.
Step 2: Complete the paperwork (registration and waiver forms).
Step 3; Sign up for training and development at the appropriate current skill / experience level.
Step 4; Sign up for games in OBUA Arbiter to improve your umpiring skill and ratings
You will be teamed up with experienced umpires who will critique your performance and aid you in becoming a “better” umpire, “on the field”.
Essential Rule Updates and Downloads
Direct Link to NFHS.org
Links for “Rules Interpretations” and “Rules Changes & Points of Emphasis” (2024/2025) are available.
Applications and Official Forms
Completing the official application and forms is required for OBUA certification and eligibility for game assignments. These forms ensure that each umpire meets OBUA’s professional standards and safety requirements while helping us verify qualifications and maintain accurate records for scheduling and training.
The Road to Official Credentials
Knowledge of the Rules
Success as an umpire starts with a strong understanding of the rules, a desire to improve, a commitment to excellence, and a positive attitude on and off the field.
Applications & Official Forms
Completing the official application and forms is required for OBUA certification and game eligibility. These forms ensure that each umpire meets OBUA’s professional standards and safety requirements while helping us verify qualifications and maintain accurate records for scheduling and training.