The Best Umpire Show
The Umpire Show helps umpires get better, enjoy their work, and make more money. Whether you’re new to officiating or a seasoned vet, this podcast covers mechanics, game management, and dealing with tough situations. Join the community, level up your skills, and have more fun behind the plate! ⚾🎙️ Send feedback and questions to [email protected]
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 30 minutes
- Episodes
- 6
- Years Active
- 2025
Who Makes The Rules? NFHS rule committee member Bob Leader
Thanks to NFHS umpire rulebook committee member Bob Leader for coming on the show.
Be sure to reach out to him at [email protected] to say thanks or give him feedback.
Also check out his interview …
Play Breakdown: Skunk at 3rd with Patrick Faerber and Coach Ross McMurry
Learn how Coach Ross McMurry ran a play where two runners were within 10 feet of 3rd base before the pitch was delivered. Also hear a rules breakdown from the expert Patrick Faerber of UmpireClassroo…
62 games in 64 days! Spring 2025
New mask: All-Star Matte Black System 7 Steel Umpire Mask with UltraCool Pads
MMA Cup
10 Ways To Make More Money As An Umpire
1. Work as close to home as possible
2. Work tournaments, but don't kill yourself doing it
3. Be easy to work with
4. Have a great attitude
5. Be a great partner
6. Expand your menu
7. Attend an umpire cam…
Ejections & The Progression of Punishment
The Progression of Punishment: When to Eject and When to Hold Back
Be sure to check out Patrick Farber's video on ejections - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOMTNKJ4LR4
Ejections should be rare—but wh…
10 Great Reasons To Become An Umpire
In this debut episode of The Best Umpire Show, I introduce the mission of the show: to help you become the best umpire you can be. The title isn’t a claim that I’m the best umpire out there—it’s abou…