New Hampshire Softball Umpires Association

NHSUA Apprentice Program

Apprentice Program

 

Welcome to the 2023-2024 NHSUA Apprentice program. This program requires an apprentice to complete the following: Written rules test and on field test. You have two years to complete both tests.

To prepare you for each of those tests, we offer a series of learning days listed below. They are designed to provide you with the information that you need to successfully complete the required tests.

Please complete the registration form available HERE and return it with your payment.

NHSUA Membership Overview
Sunday February 4, 2024, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Provides apprentice umpires with a clear understanding of the
benefits of membership, registering on the Arbiter, umpire
evaluations, NHIAA insurance, and all the annual deadlines and dues

Rules Classes
Sunday February 11, 2024 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Rules 1-5 emphasizing rule interpretation and application.
Materials and handouts will be provided in class.

February 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Rules 6-10 emphasizing rule interpretation and application.
Materials and handouts will be provided in class.

Sunday February 25, 2024  10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Review of the rules and test preparation

Written Apprentice Test
Sunday March 3, 2024, 8:00 AM
NHTI

For an apprentice to pass and become a member of the NHSUA the apprentice must attend all mandatory meetings and clinics and obtain and 85% on both written and field test.

 

 

 

Apprentice Program Application Form

YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING:

  1. Be at least 18 years of age or older.
  2. Attend two rules sessions and one mechanic clinic.
  3. Take and receive at least 85% on the current High School Federation Softball Association Exam, Prepared by the National Federation of State High Schools given in March.
  4. Take and receive at least 85% on the field exam that will be taken at a place and time determined by the Apprentice Chair.
  5. Attend the Annual Spring Interpretation Clinic.
  6. Pay Registration Fee of $90.00
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