SOFTBALL UMPIRES - JUNIORS & ADULTS
What does it mean to be an HCYP softball umpire?
HCYP Rec softball uses our own in-house umpires for all of our Rec games, 8U-17U. Eligibility to umpire is based on age. You must be age 13 or older by March 30 of the Spring season. The Softball Umpire program is open to both Boys and Girls. Umpires are paid for each game that they work and the rate paid is determined by the age group of the game and their position (plate, base) during the game. Adult umpires are needed for the older levels.
How do I become an umpire?
Simple, attend all classroom training sessions and attend field training once the fields open.
Who: All new and returning umpires are required to attend all trainings.
When:
Classroom
- Tuesday 1/27/2026 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
- Tuesday 2/3/2026 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
- Tuesday 2/10/2026 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Field
- Wednesday 3/11/2026 Time: TBD
Where: Classroom sessions held in the meeting room at Kiwanis Wallas Park.
How will I be assigned game?
Umpires who fully complete our training program will be included in an online signup once the 8U, 10U, 12U and 17U game schedules are set. To allow all trained umpires an opportunity to sign up for games, there may initially be a limitation on the number of games for which an umpire signs up.
More information will be provided during the training classes.
Questions regarding softball junior umpires, contact: rwest@chservicesinc.com