Rule 5.00: Putting the Ball in Play FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 5.00: Putting the Ball in Play. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email…
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You Make the Call – Blown Count Results in an Out
Situation With the bases loaded and a count of two balls and two strikes on the batter in a Little League® Major Division baseball game, the next pitch is called…
Hey, Blue! – Protesting Unsportsmanlike Conduct
This month, we will explain and outline an umpire’s parameters to rule on the unsportsmanlike conduct of stealing signs that results in the disqualification of a player, coach, manager, or…
Pre-Game Conference: Establishing an Effective Working Relationship
Little League® Umpires often work many games during the season, and quite often do not work with the same partner(s). To develop trust and continuity takes time, but getting to…
The Perez Family Brings Hawaiian Spirit to Williamsport
By Will Desautelle Umpire Jamie Perez jogged out to first base to get in position for a consolation game between the Northwest and Europe-Africa team on Tuesday morning. Behind home…
Regular Season to Tournament: Rule Differences
During the Little League® International Tournament there are specific rules that are modified from those used during regular-season play. To be aware and understand how to apply and explain the…
The Call – Part II: The First Look
With the 2017 Little League® World Series just three months away, volunteer umpire Mike McCullough takes a trip to Williamsport for umpire orientation and his first look at the fields…
The Call – Part III: The Little League® World Series
Volunteer umpire Michael McCullough lives out the experience of being an umpire on the field at the Little League® World Series in Williamsport, Pa. Mike reflects on his journey from…
When Cheering On Your Kids, Know Your Role!
Written By: John O’Sullivan, Founder of the Changing the Game Project Imagine the perfect summer day. The sun is out, the birds are chirping. And a bunch of 7-year-olds are scurrying about…
Hey, Blue! – The Ball Bounced, How Is That a Pitch?
We will explain and define a pitched ball and how it affects an at-bat if hit-by-pitch is ruled by the umpire. The situations described below is applicable in all divisions…