Evaluation Area
Observation
Promptness:
Not Observed
Arrived at least 30 minutes before game
start time
Arrived at least 10 minutes before game
start time
Arrived prior to plate conference
Arrived after plate conference before
first pitch
Arrived after the game started
Failed to show up for game
Uniform:
Not Observed
Complete & clean uniform
Uniform needs work/missing items
Equipment:
Not Observed
Complete & usable equipment
Missing items/unusable pieces
Personal Demeanor:
Not Observed
Lost - Has no clue of what to do
Unsure of what to do
Chip on shoulder
Cocky
Competent
Confident
Crew Mechanics:
Not Observed
Aware of responsibilities
Makes partners calls
Crew Communication:
Not Observed
No hand signals or verbal communication
Occasional hand or verbal communication
Proper Communication in most situations.
Rules Knowledge / Conflict Resolution:
Not Observed
No unusual situations
Unable to apply rules to game situation
Misinterpreted unusual
situation(s)
Misinterpreted
several normal situations
Competent
Well versed
Positioning Plate/Field:
Not Observed
Unsure where to be to make call(s)
Rarely moves to make call
Made several long distance calls
Usually in vicinity of play
Normally at correct distance & angle
Hustle:
Not Observed
Rarely moves
Walks to position during plays and
between innings
Crisp movement during plays, relaxed
between innings
Moves with purpose about field at
all times
Signals / Voice:
Not Observed
Uses voice only
Uses hand signals only
Passive hand or voice for situation
Overly exaggerated or inappropriate hand
movements or voice
Clear authoritative hand movements
Situation Awareness / Focus:
Not Observed
Frequently delayed in reaction
Frequently in position
Timing:
Not Observed
Reversed decision 2 or more times
Anticipates many plays/pitches
Anticipates some plays/pitches
Normally waits for play/pitch to
complete
Plate Evaluation Only
Observation
Correct Head Height:
Not Observed
Yes
No
Style / Mechanics of Calls:
Not Observed
Uses hand signals only
Quiet or hard to understand
Monotone voice even on close plays
Overly exaggerated or inappropriate voice
Clear authoritative voice
Head Remains Still During Pitch:
Not Observed
Yes
No
Moves From Behind Plate on Plays:
Not Observed
2-3 Steps and Stops
Occasional Coverage Up the Line
Always Moving and In Proper Position
Consistency of Strike Zone:
Not Observed
Consistent
OK
Needs Work
Judgment / Strike Zone Interpretation:
Not Observed
Appropriate for Level
Needs Work