Umpires are usually hired at 14/15 yrs old. However, adults are welcome and encouraged to join our umpire ranks! Baseball experience is strongly desired. Beginners start their journey as umpires in the younger 6/7 and 8/9 leagues. BPBA usually looks to have a freshman group of about 10-12 new umpires.

PAY (2023 rates)

REQUIREMENTS
Each year, umpires need to attend at least one umpire class provided by MYAS, the cost is about $30.00. These classes run from end of March through mid June. At the class, umpires will rotate between stations covering plate mechanics, the one-man umpire system, rules and game management.

Umpires must pass the free online Concussion training class before being scheduled any games as mandated by the state of Minnesota. The class can be assessed by going to www.nfhslearn.com. The course requires registration but is free and the certificate is good for 3 years.

Umpires aged 17 and older are required to pay for a background check ($15) which is good for two years and available through MYAS.

EQUIPMENT
Umpires have the option to purchase his/her own equipment (pants, mask, cap, chest protector, clicker, plate brush, ball bag, shin guards, and cup). If you choose not to get your own equipment, BPBA has a limited supply of some equipment on a case by case basis. Pants, cap, and cup are not provided.

If you are interested in becoming an umpire or have any questions not answered here, please contact Larry Heebl.

W-9 Form 

NEW for 2023 - All Umpires must fill out and submit to umpire coordinator in order to get paid.  Send W9 form to BPAA Treasurer at bpaatreasurer@outlook.com