Professional Umpire Advisory Group

The Wounded Warrior Umpire Academy is supported by our own Professional Umpire Advisory Group (PUAG).  It consists of umpires who have worked at the highest level of Professional Baseball.  The PUAG assists the WWUA in the following ways:

• Oversight of planning and board meeting minutes. The PUAG receives all Board minutes and Association communications.  They are given full latitude to interject and provide guidance or input on any areas which we could improve on.
• Rules Training Videos. The PUAG reviews video situations with a board member and provides key input on important elements of the play presented.  The instruction is recorded and posted exclusively for Association members to learn from.
• Personal Mentoring. The PUAG calls in and speaks directly with the Association on various topics from time to time.  Venues include our monthly Alumni Zoom calls, our classroom sessions during the 10-day academy and other events where practical.
• General Liaison to Professional Organizations. The members of the PUAG have various memberships and connections in conjunction with their umpiring careers.  They leverage their relationships with these organizations to promote the WWUA and find opportunities for the WWUA and its membership.