Become an Umpire in Pennsylvania

To become a baseball umpire in Pennsylvania, you must follow specific steps to get started. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know:

Registration:

All umpires must register with the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association, Inc. (PIAA).

Exams:

Exams are held four times yearly at various high schools and recreation centers across Pennsylvania.

Local Associations:

After passing the exam, you have 15 days to join a local officials’ chapter. You’ll receive a list of chapters once you get your test results. Local chapters help with training, rule explanations, and game assignments.

Age Requirements:

You must be 18 to umpire high school games. If you’re 16 or 17, you can join the Junior Official Program.

Fees and Dues:

Expect to pay registration fees to your local association and the PIAA. These fees cover essential resources like the Rule Books and Case Books and the information you need to ace the online exam.