Youth Umpire Program
Program Requirements for New Applicants
- Must be League Age 12 years or older
- At least one year prior baseball experience at Spring AA level, Spring Minors level, or above
- Live in Brookline, attend school in Brookline, or have parents/guardians who work for the Town of Brookline
- Must complete self-paced training materials and pass the test
⚾ Please sign up only if you are committed to becoming an umpire and plan to be available for games for at least the Spring season.
Self-Paced Training
Training includes 4 sessions of self-study reading materials. Download all four session PDFs from this page. An online test link will be sent out in early April—must be taken at least 2 weeks before the Spring season starts. Score 90% or above to pass (multiple attempts allowed).
Umpire Exam Link: https://forms.gle/kGdGp99MdxJaAj2o6
Cost & Schedule
No cost to participate. Games occur on weeknights and Sundays. Commitment required for at least the Spring season.
Equipment
BYB Provides
- BYB Umpire Shirt and Cap
- Counter, Brush, Ball Pouch
Umpires Must Provide
- Grey Slacks, Black Belt, Dark Shoes
- Catcher's Gear & Apron (plate umpires)
Pay for Youth Umpires
| Base Umpire (AA, AAA, Majors) | $30/game |
| Plate Umpire (AA) | $50/game |
| Plate Umpire (AAA & Majors) | $75/game |
Note: We generally only use adult plate umpires for Majors games.
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