Junior Umpire Program
The FNLL/FALL Junior Umpire Program provides young officials with the knowledge, tools, and experience to confidently support live games throughout the season.
Program Goals
- Develop a strong grasp of game rules
- Cultivate character traits
- Encourage youth participation
Duties
Junior umpires officiate FNLL and FALL AA, AAA, Majors, and Juniors games. Training is mandatory. Placement is determined through clinic participation and practice games.
Responsibilities
- Maintain control of teams, coaches, and fans
- Act professionally at all times
- Clearly communicate calls
- Attend required clinics and mechanics sessions
- Wear proper uniform and gear
- Follow the league Code of Conduct
Eligibility
- Minimum age: 13 (12 with UIC approval)
- Attend required rules and mechanics clinics
- Valid email and cell phone required
- No officiating games involving family members
- Arrive 15 minutes before game time
- Repeated no-shows may result in removal
Training
All Junior Umpires must attend the annual FNLL/FALL clinic unless excused by the UIC.
Scheduling & Compensation
- UICs assign eligible divisions
- Self-scheduling through Assignr
- AA: $40 (plate)
- AAA: $60 (plate) / $40 (bases)
- Majors: $70 (plate) / $45 (bases)
- Juniors: $70 (plate)