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UMPS CARE - Official Leadership Program (Registration for ages 13 to 18) CLICK FOR MORE INFO  Baseball/Softball/Tball

Season:
2024 / 2025 School Year
Starts:
Oct 5 ’24
Ends:
Nov 12 ’24
Registration Dates:
Sep 9 ’24 – Oct 19 ’24 regular
Minimum age:
12 years old
Maximum age:
18 years old
Age as of:
Oct 19 ’24
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Group Fees
Free
Individual Fees
Free

Return to 2024-2025 School Year




*Limited space is available so please do not sign up unless you can commit to the 11 dates below.

Saturdays from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.

- 10/05, 10/12, 10/19, 11/02, 11/09

Tuesdays from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

- 10/08, 10/15 10/22, 10/29, 11/05, 11/12

TWO separate registrations are required to participate (links #1 & #2 below):

- 2024 Compton Umps Care OLP Registration #1

- 2024 Compton Umps Care OLP Registration #2



Is your teen a baseball or softball enthusiast? Turn their passion into a paying gig. Join UMPS CARE Charities, a non-profit founded by MLB umpires, for their Official Leadership Program at the MLB Youth Academy in Compton. This 6-week program trains teens (ages 13-18) to become paid umpires and leaders on and off the field. Umpiring is a great job, allowing teens to earn good money and enjoy a flexible schedule.

Why should you join the Official Leadership Program?

  • obtain the junior umpire certification
  • learn life skills such as goal setting, handling situations, financial literacy and perseverance
  • get direct access to flexible and well paying jobs
  • receive mentorship from umpires at multiple levels
  • take part in a special outing to your local MLB ballpark to meet with the umpires
  • receive swag from UMPS CARE and your local team
  • graduates who start working will be gifted credit to purchase a starter umpire set
  • ongoing mentorship and support from UMPS CARE and local instructors
  • create your custom Topps umpire card
  • receive pizza, snacks, and other goodies throughout the program
  • course applicable to softball and baseball

For questions, please reach out to jennifer.jopling@UmpsCare.com.


BONUS - December 14 &15 - Umpire Clinic Hosted by Malachi Moore: SEPARATE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!


- Frequently Asked Questions -

Do you have to play baseball or softball to join this program?

 - You do not have to be a current or prior player, however a general knowledge of baseball/softball is helpful.

I want to umpire softball. Should I still join this course?

 - This course offers a foundation of umpiring skills that will be used to officiate both baseball and softball. It open to boys and girls who are interested in umpiring.

Is there a cost to attend this course?

 - No this is free to the host site and participants

What are the benefits of attending this course?

 - This course teaches the basics of umpiring and foundational leadership skills that will be used on and off the field. Class topics include goal setting, handling situations, and financial literacy. Upon completion, students will be connected with local assignors to start working and will receive ongoing mentorship. In addition, participants receive goody bags, tickets to Dodgers games, access to equipment and more.

NOTE: DO NOT PARK IN THE DIRT LOTS BEHIND THE SOFTBALL AND YOUTH (TURF FIELDS) - Anyone parking on campus must display a valid Compton College parking permit on their vehicle. $3.00 daily permits may be purchased at automated stations, located in parking lots F & H, and also near the Administration and Math/Science buildings.

    CLICK HERE TO VIEW CAMPUS MAP

    CLICK HERE TO VIEW ACADEMY MAP

    CLICK HERE TO VIEW COMPTON COLLEGE'S PARKING INFORMATION

    Also as a reminder, ABSOLUTELY NO PETS are allowed at the Academy.

    CLICK HERE to contact us with any questions or call (310) 763-3479.

    Thank you!


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