The Pregame: An Umpire Classroom Podcast

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"The Pregame: An Umpire Classroom Podcast" is your essential audio playbook before stepping onto the field. In each episode, we delve deep into the nuances of baseball rules, share expert tips on making accurate calls, and discuss strategies to handle challenging situations, ensuring you're always game-ready. Join us to enhance your umpiring skills, build confidence behind the plate, and become part of a community dedicated to mastering the art of umpiring with every pitch.

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The Foreign Substance

Apr 12 2024 20 mins  
In this episode, Patrick explores the subtle yet impactful techniques that can transform how umpires handle games, focusing on the importance of the basics and reading catchers effectively. With the regular season wrapping up and playoffs approaching, Patrick reflects on recent games, sharing personal experiences and lessons that emphasize the core skills every umpire should master

The Bad Use of Arms and Hands

Apr 10 2024 17 mins  
Dive into a unique exploration of umpiring essentials and overlooked strategies in this insightful episode. Patrick shares vital tips for first-year umpires, emphasizing the importance of feedback and personal improvement to elevate their officiating skills. From the intricacies of hand mechanics to handling unexpected situations on the field, this episode is packed with wisdom not

The Pivot Mechanic

Apr 05 2024 13 mins  
In this episode of "The Pregame: An Umpire Classroom Podcast," Patrick Faerber shares insights from his own umpiring experiences and evaluates common mechanics and situations faced by umpires at various levels. Patrick discusses the importance of mastering the pivot mechanic from the A position to enhance performance on the field and stand out during evaluations, especially for tho

The Introduction Episode

Apr 02 2024 7 mins  
In the inaugural episode of "The Pregame: An Umpire Classroom Podcast," Patrick Faerber opens the door to a new form of engagement with umpires across all levels. Delving into his extensive experience, Patrick shares insights from his journey through high school, collegiate, and professional umpiring, highlighting the lessons learned and the passion that drives him to educate and i