AZUA CD

The interactive CD has over 200 descriptive images, along with text, that takes you step by step from the beginning of game preparation to the complexity of every possible umpire rotation and mechanic. Incorporated in the CD are the fundamentals of working the plate. Also included, is an incredible quiz at the end of the CD to assess your knowledge after reviewing the CD.

The Academy is confident that after studying this fun and easy-to-follow program, your competency and confidence level in umpiring will be enhanced.

You'll learn

The CD format has nine innings. Each inning is labeled as follows:
1 Pre-Game
2 Starting Positions
3 Basic Umpiring Signals
4 Handling the Mask and Indicator
5 Concept of the Slot (Working the Plate)
6 Concept of the Stance (Working the Plate)
7 Play Recognition
8 Basic Two-Man Responsibilities
9 Quiz

Not only do you learn HOW to use your eyes properly, but WHY you should use your eyes properly.

Learn where the different proper starting positions are located, like this one; the pre-coaches meeting.

Learn why and where the proper starting position is located with no runners on base.

Learn the umpire’s responsibilities on over throws and the baseball going out of play or near trouble area.

It’s the small things that separate the great umpires from the average umpire and the average umpire from the bad umpires. Pride in umpiring is defined as the umpire that seeks excellence verse the umpire that accepts the average. How much pride do you have in your umpiring?

Learn and understand much more through the one-of-a-kind Arizona Umpiring Academy’s interactive CD! We look forward to hearing from you!

"The Academy has been a long time in coming. It's way ahead of its time! I personally guarantee that this is the best training available for aspiring umpires of any background."

"The Arizona Umpiring Academy provides the most comprehensive level of instruction. No matter what your experience level, you will benefit from this quality educational product."