On this page, you'll find some pictures of Washington County Umpire's Association's members in action. More pictures will be added soon, so please feel free to check back on a regular basis.
Pat Harrington holds the pitcher
Date
April 1999
Like all seasoned umpires know, holding up the hand in baseball not only means that the pitcher shall not pitch, it means "Time out", so no runners can advance and no outs can be made. Otherwise, the runner from third could be dashing for the plate, and the pitcher wouldn't know whether he can throw to the catcher or not!
"Ball!"
Date
April 1999
Pat Harrington calls the low pitch a "ball" during this High School regular league game in Westerly, RI. Note his steady head, which is positioned about one head-height above the catcher. Perfect job!
Hustle
Date
August 1999
All experienced plate umpires know that their duty doesn't end at the plate. They also must cover the batter-runner when their partner runs into the outfield for a trouble ball in a two-man system. Here, international umpire Erick Barkhuis makes his way back to the plate after just such a play.
"Little League Debut"
Date
August 1999
Dutch umpire and honorary member of WCUA Erick Barkhuis working one of his first Little League games ever in East Greenwich, RI. He worked three games during his vacation in the States before returning to his home country. "It's been a thrill and a privilege working with these kids, their coaches and the umpires", Erick said.
