Game Film Review: S26. Ep. 01 | Point of the Plate

In this video, we’re breaking down real game film from GHSA preseason scrimmages and using it as a teaching tool for our umpires. As part of my responsibility as Training Director, one of the most important jobs I have is reviewing film and providing clear, actionable feedback. Not just what happened, but what to do differently next time. Actionable is the key word here. There is no better learning tool than watching plays back on film. It allows us to slow the game down, remove emotion, and evaluate positioning, timing, communication, and decision-making in a way that simply isn’t possible in real time. The reality is this: with more than 140 umpires in our association alone, and many more at the state level, I can’t realistically watch every individual umpire every week. But by sharing these breakdowns with the entire group, my hope is that everyone can picture themselves in these situations, recognize familiar challenges, and think through how they might handle them differently. This is how we grow, not just as individuals, but as an association. You’ll hear references throughout the video to other breakdowns on this channel, as well as content from Referee Magazine. If you’re not a NASO member, be sure to check the link in the description for a discounted signup. Thanks for watching.*Join the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO)* https://join.naso.org/NAS/?f=DISCAFF&... • Up to $6 million in general liability insurance coverage • Assault-related coverage for legal fees, medical expenses, and lost game fees • Game call and assigners’ coverage up to $100,000 • Referee magazine in print and digital formats • Digital access through the NASO Members App • Rules Challenge quizzes and education resources • Discounts on officiating gear, publications, and hotels Please keep the comments civil and professional. The goal here is education, improvement, and making each other better.