Create your own schedule. Spend summers on the field making money. Receive advanced training by experienced umpires.

Lawrence Umpire Academy is a great way for adults and students age 13+ to earn money while spending time on the baseball and softball field.

Our Cadet Umpire Training course covers the basics in umpiring and controlling a youth softball or baseball game. You’ll learn the rules and how to apply them to real game situations. Taught by NJ District 12 adult umpires with over 20 years of professional experience,  you’ll be certified to work Lawrence Little League games by the end of training. 

Cadets set their own game schedule and can work when they are free.   Academy graduates earn $30 for each LTJBSA game they umpire, with bonus pay issued for reaching certain game totals within the season.  Games are weeknights from 6-8pm, and Saturdays at 11 or 1pm. Sunday and Tournament work is available at higher pay.

2024 TRAINING NOW AVAILABLE - TAP HERE TO REGISTER

You must turn 13 years old by August 31, 2023 to be eligible.
Lawrence Little League Coaches may also audit this course for free.

By registering, you have committed to attending the Winter 2024 training class at the dates listed below, and to work either softball or baseball games as a cadet umpire for the LTJBSA during the 2024 season. In exchange for this commitment, Lawrence Little League is paying all fees associated with your training, including the purchase of a uniform and umpire equipment. All classes will take place at the Hamilton Library.

If you are a returning cadet, you must complete the form so we know you are willing to work next season (select Returning Official - Not Taking Course) as your option. You may also choose audit the course as a refresher by selecting Returning Official - Taking Course when you register. 

Class dates are:

• Tuesday, January 30, 2024 6:00 - 8:00
• Tuesday, February 6, 2024 6:30 - 8:00
• Tuesday, February 13, 2024 6:30 - 8:00
• Tuesday, February 20, 2024 6:30 - 8:00
  
• Tuesday, February 27, 2024 6:30 - 8:00 (final exam)
  

You Will Learn:

• Rule of Softball and Baseball
• Field mechanics and responsibilities
• Plate mechanics/responsibilities and how to call balls and strikes
  
• How to Conduct a Pre-Game Coaches Meeting
• Handling situations
• Safety Considerations
  

You Will Receive:

• Plate Brush
• Indicator
• Ball Bag
• Hat
• Umpire Shirt
• Umpire’s Manual
• Umpire’s Little League Patch