We don’t yet know what the future holds in store for the fall football season. But in an effort to prepare our membership for the season, a series of short preseason quizzes has been developed. Click on the link below to read the first one. Answers will posted and shared later along with future quizzes. Let’s all take this time to continue to improve our rules knowledge!
http://metrodetroitathleticofficials.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/MDAO-2020-PRESEASON-QUIZ-1.pdf
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We are very sad to report that Gus Hughes passed away today. Gus was a long time official of many sports and involved in many efforts to give back to the community through officiating including the Officials for Kids program.
He was a good man and was always a joy to be around. We will miss him.
Please keep Gus and his family in your thought and prayers.
Be Safe Thank you
Metro Detroit Athletic Officials
Please keep Delonda and her entire family uplifted in thought and prayer as her Father, Irvin Little, passed away last Sunday, March 22nd. Delonda is the oldest of 7 children and her Father is loved by many so there will be a few services between Cleveland & Cincinnati, OH.
If you’re interested in sending flowers, you can send directly to the funeral homes (information below).
Cards can be sent to Delonda’s home address:
730 Clairpointe Woods Drive Detroit, MI 48215
Anyone wishing to make donation for food for the family can be sent via CashApp to: $DelondaLittle
IRVIN LITTLE
HOMEGOING SERVICES
1st Service: Friday, April 3rd – Viewing: 2:00p-8:00p
**visitors may come and go**
Saturday, April 4th – Funeral: 3:30p
**limited to 50 people**
Calhoun Funeral Home
2300 Rockside Road Bedford Heights, OH 44146
2nd Service:Saturday, April 11th – Wake: 10:00am, Funeral: 11:00am**limited to 50 people**
Thompson Hall & Jordan Funeral Home
11400 Winton Road Cincinnati, OH 45240
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Metro Detroit Athletic Officialswww.metrodetroitathleticofficials.com
Under direction from the MHSAA, all MHSAA-connected, in-person meetings are postponed until at least April 6, 2020, effective immediately. This includes officials trainings, camps/clinics and Local Approved Association meetings. We will work on electronic means for sharing training materials during this time period. Please stay tuned for updates as it relates to individual members’ MIGS status. We will keep you up to date on future meeting opportunities.
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Metro Detroit Athletic Officials
In light of recent events our first softball/baseball meeting on March 16 is cancelled.
We will keep you up to date on future meeting opportunities.
Please ensure you are a Member In Good Standing (MIGS) by being part of an approved association. If you have not had an opportunity to turn in your dues, you may do so by completing a paper form http://metrodetroitathleticofficials.com/?page_id=40 and mailing it with your dues to:
11204 Hickory Grove Ct.South Lyon MI 48178
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Metro Detroit Athletic Officials
Monday March 16
Softball @ 6:30pm
Baseball @ 7:30pm
Birmingham Groves High School
20500 W 13 Mile Rd Beverly Hills MI 48025
We will be in the cafeteria on the west side of the school off of 13 Mile
If you have conflicts attending at least two meetings in the sport(s) you officiate, please email us at: metrodetroitathleticofficials@gmail.com
Look forward to seeing you there!
More information including association registration forms at:
Metro Detroit Athletic Officialswww.metrodetroitathleticofficials.com
This opportunity is for baseball from the TCEOA. Softball will be held on March 14th at Armada high school. Info coming soon.
TCEOA Baseball Clinic
Date: March 7, 2020
Location: Bethany Christian School (Behind First Baptist of Troy).
Big Beaver and John R.
Check In: 8:30am
Fee: $60: Clinic Shirt, Lunch, and Association dues included.
Pre pay: TCEOA 34385 Tom Dr New Baltimore, MI 48047
Agenda:
9:00: Introduction (15 minutes) Trainers and background
9:15: Pre Game (with partner and with teams)
9:30: Session 1 Break Out Position Trainer Plate Paul McBride “A” Rod Lackey “B” Kevin Cleveland
10:30: Session 2 Break Out (umpires rotate to next station) Position Trainer Plate Paul McBride “A” Rod Lackey “B” Kevin Cleveland
11:30: Session 3 Break Out (umpires rotate to next station) Position Trainer Plate Paul McBride “A” Rod Lackey “B” Kevin Cleveland
12:00: Lunch and Rules Review
12:30 to 1:30: Individual Evaluation Review (Paul McBride)*Each umpire will have an evaluation sheet that will be brought to each session. The trainers will comment on the sheets and Paul McBride will review with the individual umpires.
Below is information for an umpire camp opportunity from All-Star Officials Association.
March 22
Eaton Rapids High School
800 State Street, Eaton Rapids, MI, 48827
Please contact Eric Frohriep at:
517-899-4302
A great winter football training opportunity is available from the Saginaw Valley League. The SVL HS Football Workshop will be conducted on February 8th. A number of local associations will be assisting with this training, and this is a time when officials can polish up on their skills, get recognized or learn a new sport. Check out the webpage to see what this MHSAA Recognized Camp/Clinic may offer you.
SVL HS Football Workshop
February 8
https://www.assignphillong.info/svl-clinic/
Brent Rice
Assistant Director, MHSAA
“Make the Right Call…Officiate School Sports!”
Southeast Michigan Umpire Camp
15th Year!
February 14th-16th, 2020
Instructed by veteran MHSAA umpires alongside current and former NCAA and professional umpires!
Exposure to Assignors for all conferences in SE Michigan as well as the United Shores Professional Baseball League! (USPBL)
The 15th Annual SEMUC will begin on Friday, February 14th with check-in and a meet and greet session followed by “The Inside Pitch” featuring MHSAA Asst. Director Brent Rice as well as MLB Call-Up Umpire #59 Nic Lentz! All events on Friday will be held at the Livonia Marriott from 6-9 PM. (“The Inside Pitch” is optional for an additional $25; food and beverages provided)
Check in on Saturday will open at 8:00 AM followed by coffee and donuts. Instruction will commence at 9:00 AM SHARP and run through Sunday afternoon—approx. 4 PM.
The camp includes instruction on 2-man mechanics, cage work with live pitching, video feedback of cage work, classroom session for rule changes and interpretations as well as game management skills and much much MORE!
SEMUC will be held at Livonia Stevenson High School.
33500 Six Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48152
Registration
Late Registration (Jan. 1 – Feb. 9): $125 High School Student / $220 Adult.
Lodging
Lodging is available at the Livonia Marriott for $94-$104/night with the SEMUC Room Block.
For more information, and to sign up now, visit www.semuc.com or contact:
Matt Cowan: mwhcowan@gmail.com
OR
Scott Walendowski: (586) 634-9012
Metro Detroit Athletic Officials
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