Super Series founder and owner, Mark Matthew (Left), recognized Mark Hratko, Super Series National Umpire Coordinator, for his endless commitment to umpiring assigning and training excellence. Great job Mark! |
SUPER SERIES TOURNAMENT
DECEMBER 2003
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| "To make a short presentation long..." |
Umpires getting acquainted after the meeting. Umpires come all around the nation and Canada to umpire for Mark Hratko in the Super Series |
Look at that handsome group of umpires! |
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| This umpire is set for the play. Great job! |
These two guys are in the proper position for the coaches meeting. |
Great head height by this umpire. |
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| Be an approachable umpire. |
"Hey, make sure your set for the play." |
Be firm, yet fair in handling situations. |
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| As the pitch is coming in and the batter swings, the umpire must stay "Locked-in". |
Fellowship amongst the umpires is incredible here. Thanks guys! |
If the first baseman still has the baseball, the umpire must see any possible play that may develop. |
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| Assistant National Umpire Coordinator for Super Series, Steve Mattingly (Left) and National Tournament Coordinator, Steve Smith (Right) |
Proper position for fair / foul, the umpire should be straddling the foul line for all possible fair / foul situations |
Field of Dreams |
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| In non-routine situations the umpire must be firm, yet fair. |
Make sure your strike mechanic is smooth, crisp, assertive and confident |
This umpire's head height is good and is locked-in for the pitch |
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| Being too far back from the catcher will effect the umpire being able to track the ball entirely to the catcher's mitt. |
Take pride in your appearance, it's half the battle. |
Mark Hratko working hard. |
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