About Us - Mission Statement

TO BECOME AN UMPIRE, CLICK HERE.

The Bergen County Umpires Association is an organization of baseball and softball umpires certified to officiate high school contests in New Jersey.

Our purpose is:

  • promote the welfare of the games of baseball and softball on the county level by uniformly interpreting and administering the rules of those games as set forth by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) and the National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS).
  • promote and maintain the highest degree of baseball and softball officiating by following a uniform set of mechanics and have available at all times an adequate number of thoroughly trained and capable umpires.
  • preserve the traditions, foster the ideals, advance the interests and improve the quality and prestige of the baseball and softball umpires through a comprehensive program of classroom training and on-the-field experience and develop a spirit of friendship and maintain a high standard of ethics among umpires.

Join Us

Become a Certified High School Umpire with the Bergen County Umpire Association!

Ask yourself these questions:

  • Are you passionate about baseball and/or softball?
  • Have you ever found yourself analyzing umpire calls more than the plays on the field?
  • Do you love the idea of contributing to the game you love, without any bias or rooting interests?
  • Are you looking for a way to stay involved with the game, earn money and build confidence?


If you’re ready to step onto the field and make a real difference in New Jersey high school officiating, the BCUA is here to help you turn that passion into a rewarding part-time career.

We offer two pathways to becoming an umpire, starting with from the low price of $200 - and you will receive comprehensive training to become a NFHS/NJSIAA-certified umpire from New Jersey’s leading umpire association.

For more information on applying for membership and preliminary registration, please visit the Rules Course Registration page by clicking here.

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