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New & Experienced Officials

Your next chapter in the game starts here.

Whether you're new to officiating or already have experience, MOA can help you develop your skills and get on the field.

Sign Up

MOA Signup Sheet

Fill this out and your information goes straight to MOA. A member of the association will contact you with training dates and next steps.

Have you officiated before?

Your information goes straight to MOA. We never share it.

The Path

Five simple steps

Here is exactly what the process looks like from first interest to your first game.

  1. 01

    Learn About MOA

    Read about the association, the levels of play we cover and what officials do.

  2. 02

    Apply to Join

    Complete the membership application. A member of MOA will follow up with next steps.

  3. 03

    Attend Training

    Join classroom rules sessions and on-field mechanics instruction with MOA trainers.

  4. 04

    Get Prepared

    Gather your uniform and gear, learn the assigning system and set your availability.

  5. 05

    Start Officiating

    Work your first games with support and feedback from experienced officials.

Questions First

What you should know

Who can become an official?

Anyone with an interest in the game and a willingness to learn. MOA members include former players, coaches, parents, students, working professionals and retirees. You do not need to have played at a high level.

What experience do I need?

None. New officials are trained from the ground up. If you already have officiating experience, MOA will help you continue developing and work toward higher levels of play.

What will I learn?

Rules and their application, plate and base mechanics, positioning, game management, communication with coaches and players, and how to handle situations calmly and consistently.

What equipment do I need?

A standard umpire uniform plus protective gear for plate work. Training covers exactly what to buy and in what order — you do not need everything on day one.

How do assignments work?

Officials set their availability in the assigning system, and games are assigned based on availability, experience and level of play. You control how much you work.

How do I get started?

Submit the membership application and attend an orientation or training session. MOA will guide you from there.

FAQ

Common Questions

Ready to join MOA?

Complete the signup sheet and a member of the association will be in touch with training dates and next steps.

Sign Up Now

Questions? Email umpmoa@gmail.com