This page is dedicated to providing information and support to our umpires.
2025 NLLL Umpire Summary for requirements to umpire with NLLL in 2025.
Rules Videos:
The below are short videos on some of the more confusing rules of Little League baseball.
Foul Ball vs. Foul Tip
Uncaught 3rd Strike
Infield Fly
A Catch
Causing a Balk
Obstruction and Interference (See below document for full 24 scenarios)
Batter's Interference (Throw from Catcher to 3rd Base)
Umpire Mechanic Clinic -- Required for all umpires not experienced
1 -- March 29th from 8:30-5:00 (Lunch provided). NLLL Fields. CLICK HERE to register and use COD2-2025 code for $25 off.
2 -- Other mechanic clinics will be scheduled internally based on who did not attend clinic above.
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RESOURCES TO OUR UMPIRES
Umpire Game Management
NLLL Field Mechanics for a 60-Foot Field
Runner Interference and Fielder Obstruction Scenarios
Key Rule Differences Between Little League and MLB
Umpire Mechanics Manual Part 1
Umpire Mechanics Manual Part 2
2023 Umpire Rules Instruction Manual