General Information
East York Baseball uses certified OBA umpires for all Rep, Select, and House League games in 8U and older.
Those interested in becoming an umpire for East York Baseball should read through all the information below. Most questions should be answered in this material.
If you still require additional information, please contact the Umpire-in-Chief, Aaron Paragas, at aparagas@torontomu.ca.
Interested in becoming an umpire?
All new and returning umpires must attend an OBA Umpire Camp each year to umpire for East York Baseball. The camps are instructed by OBA clinicians and East York Baseball often hosts two camps in April.
Those new to umpiring must register for Level 1.1. Once initial certification has been completed, umpires need to re-certify annual through online modules and in-person camps.
Level 1 is a two-year program comprised of Getting Started and Continued Development, meaning that Level 1 must be taken two years consecutively. Level 1 umpires are certified to umpire all levels of House League and Rep up to and including 13U.
Once Level 1 has been completed in two consecutive years, then umpires can proceed to take Level 2. Level 2 is a three-year program comprised of The Offense, The Defense, and The Umpire. Level 2 umpires are certified to umpire all levels of provincial baseball up to and including 18U.
Level 3 is open to all umpires who have completed the three-year Level 2 program cycle. Level 3 training occurs on a three-year cycle comprised of an in-person SuperCamp year, SuperClinic year, and an Exam year. Level 3 umpires are qualified to work provincial playdowns and National Qualifiers (Eliminations) up to and including Senior level.
Umpire Requirements
In order to umpire for East York Baseball, umpires must meet the following requirements:
1. Must be at least 13 years old or older in the current calendar year. For 2026, umpires must be born in 2013 or earlier
2. Must have attended an OBA Umpire Camp and successfully completed their Online Modules
3. Previous baseball experience is not mandatory; however, it is definitely an asset
Umpire Responsibilities
For many individuals, umpiring for East York Baseball will be a first real job. Umpires can expect to undertake the following responsibilities:
1. Arriving on time; 30 minutes prior to game time for House League, Select, and Rep
2. Educating themselves on the rules for various divsions and levels of baseball at EYBA and correctly apply those rules
3. Officiate games as per the rules for that division and level
4. Direct the course of the game ensuring a fun baseball environment for all
5. Make quick, accurate decisions and standing by those decisions while sometimes under pressure
6. Balance umpire committments with school, playing baseball, and other activities
7. Communicating with the Umpire-in-Chief in a timely manner
Umpire Equipment & Uniform
Umpires are required to purchase their own uniform and some of their own equipment. The following unform items and equipment are required to be purchased:
1. Navy blue umpire shirt
2. Blank navy blue hat or black Baseball Ontario logo'd hat
3. Charcoal/dark grey dress pants
4. Black running shoes, black socks, and black socks
6. Indicator (Clicker), plate brush, and ball bag
7. Watch
Umpires are expected to wear this uniform EVERY time they step on the field, with no exceptions. Other coloured shirts are permitted to be worn as long as both umpires are matching.
The following equipment does not need to be purchased and is available on-site at Stan Wadlow Park at all times:
1. Umpire face mask
2. Chest protector
3. Shin guards
Although this equipment is not required to be purchased, as umpires advance in OBA Umpire Level it is highly recommended that they do so.
Uniforms and equipment may be purchased at Eagle Beaver Sports, Home Run Sports, Team Town Sports, Amazon, etc.
Umpire Scheduling
Many East York Baseball umpires play on a baseball team themselves or have other commitments on various days of the week. East York Baseball uses TeamLinkt to manage game scheduling for umpires. Games will only be assigned if availability is indicated. Umpires are asked to accept or decline their game(s) in a reasonable amount of time otherwise the game may be subject to re-assignment without notice.
Games are assigned according to seniority (umpire level), games available, your availability, amongst other factors. Certain umpire levels are required for certain levels of games. Generally, Level 1.1 umpires will be scheduled to 8U/9U House League on Tuesdays and Thursdays or 11U House League on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Games are typically assigned two to three weeks in advance, one week at the latest.
Game assignments are at the sole discretion of the Umpire-in-Chief and he shall have the final say.
Umpire Mentoring
Senior umpires (Level 2s and Level 3s) are typically scheduled with junior umpires (Level 1s) throughout the season. For Level 1.1 umpires assigned to 8U/9U House League, every attempt will be made to assign you a mentor for your first one or two games. Your mentor will not work the game with you but instead will act as an off-field presence and will provide you with feedback throughout the game and answer any questions you may have.
2026 EYBA Umpire Pay Rates (Approved at the October 2025 AGM)
The pay rate for umpires within East York Baseball depends on the level and division umpired. The higher the age and/or skill level, the higher the pay rate will be. 
* There is a $10 travel bonus for all games played at Greenwood Park and Kew Gardens Park.
** For any House League game umpired alone, the umpire will be paid 1.5x the normal rate.
*** For any Rep and Select game umpired alone, the umpire will be paid 2x the normal rate and any travel bonuses.
For House League, umpires will be paid after the game at the Snack Bar after signing the payment sheet.
For Rep and Select, umpires will be paid prior to the game starting by the head coach or manager at the plate meeting or off the field.