We understand that the process of umpire development and training is not unlike how coaches find ways to bring the most out of each player as individuals, which ultimately benefits the team as a whole. This is our primary objective in training, and in educating our training staff in how to approach instruction and mentoring. The LA Coastline Umpire Association is pleased with the opportunity to develop a complete, well-rounded umpire network that includes: * A managed umpire program. What this means is that not only do we have high standards set for our umpires for rules knowledge, mechanics and people skills (game management), we recognize that people develop and learn differently.