Welcome to the 2026 Season
Umpire Training
These are activities run by BOMBA locally for the betterment of our umpires. They are optional but highly recommended sessions. There is no fee, and umpires can attend as many sessions. All events are run at our indoor training facility, The Yard.
“Winter Training” covers fundamentals of umpiring at both base and plate positions. It focuses on core skills required for umpires to be successful and look right doing it.
“Umpire Boot Camp” are condensed sessions focused on small diamonds. It is specifically targeted for new umpires working with a Rookie Ball Machine and in Coach Pitch environments.
Winter Training Dates: April 3rd - 6:30pm-8:30pm
Boot Camp: May 1st - 6:30pm-8:30pm
Umpire Registration
All umpires have two sections that they must complete for their registration. The first is the registration for our scheduling system, RAMP Assigning. This allows umpires to get communications from BOMBA and to later provide availability for games.
Follow the link to: http://bomba.rampassigning.com account. Accounts are approved on a weekly basis. There is a delay in receiving the list of completed training from Ontario Baseball Association. Therefore, RAMP is the best way to ensure we stay in touch with you.
Registration - General Info (All Levels)
All information regarding umpiring certification is available on the OBA Website at www.playoba.ca. Click on the Umpire Tab from the drop-down menu and follow along to 2025 Umpire Certification. A synopsis is included below for you.
Level 1/2 Umpires:
There are 5 options available for your camps in Burlington. Camps are 4 hours long. You must register via https://www.registeroba.ca/2026-umpire-enrollment to reserve a spot in the camp. Walk ups are not permitted and registration will be limited for each level. You must be present for the entire duration.
Saturday March 28 08:30-12:30 (Level 1&2)
Saturday March 28 01:00-5:00 (Level 1&2)
Saturday April 11 09:00-1:00 (Level 1&2)
Saturday April 11 1:30pm-5:30pm (Level 1&2)
May 2nd 9am -1pm this camp will be held at the Yard
All dates at MM Robinson SS (except May 2nd). Upper Middle Road & Guelph Line.
Registration Requirements for Level 1/2:
Level 3 Umpires:
2026 is a Super Camp year for Level 3 Umpires. Umpires are required to attend a Super Camp.
Registration Requirements for Level 3:
Returning from Absence
Anyone who is returning from an absence of more than 2 years should contact the UIC to see what options are available to you. Various programs have existed within Baseball Ontario to allow for re-entry to umpiring without necessarily having to start at Level 1.1 again.
Umpire Parent Meeting
BOMBA has historically held a meeting for all New Umpires and their parents. This is designed to give you a review of our online booking system called “Ramp”, introduce you to your contacts and to review responsibilities and ask questions.
The meeting will be held virtually prior to the start of the season. A notification will be sent to all umpires via RAMP with the address and information. It is highly recommended that all new umpires attend. Returning umpires should attend the first portion of the meeting for updates and changes.
2026 Parent Meeting - Sunday April 26 - 7:00 pm-9:00pm