UMPIRE TOOLBOX

Softball Canada uses WBSC umpire mechanics for 1, 2 and 3/4 umpire systems at all levels of Fast Pitch competition.

In Slo-Pitch play Softball Canada uses WBSC mechanics for 1, 2 and 3/4 umpire systems (with the exceptions found below). The use of WBSC mechanics applies to all Slo-Pitch play, including competitions using the mat in lieu of the strike zone and the use of a commitment and safe line instead of a live plate.

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2024 Rule Changes

WBSC Umpire Manual (FP) WBSC Umpire Manual (SP)

FAST PITCH

WBSC 1 Umpire System WBSC 2 Umpire System WBSC 3 & 4 Umpire System

UPDATED 2020

SLO-PITCH

WBSC 1 Umpire System SC 2 Umpire System WBSC 3 & 4 Umpire System

*2 Umpire Slo-Pitch: U2 may move closer to second base due to “safety” and/or being pushed to far back resulting in not being able to reach the proper dynamic positioning. eg loaded infield.
*3 Umpire Slo-Pitch:
In Softball Canada play with no runners on base, U3 will start in the position behind second base as they would with a runner at first base.

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