CARLYLE — Manor's Alana Wilson has been honoured with the Rocky Nickel Umpire of the Year Award from Baseball Sask, a prestigious accolade that recognizes excellence in officiating.
As the head umpire for the Carlyle Minor Ball Association, Wilson’s contribution to the sport has been nothing short of remarkable. Her dedication, professionalism and commitment to fostering a positive environment for young athletes has set her apart in the province’s baseball community.
Her guidance and leadership have also helped shape the league, ensuring games run smoothly and fairly. She is also responsible for scheduling all of the umpires.
Known for her deep understanding of the rules and her calm demeanour on the field, Wilson has gained the respect of players, coaches, parents and fellow umpires.
In August 2023, she was the first female umpire to be selected from Saskatchewan to go to nationals in P.E.I. Another Saskatchewan woman was also picked.
Wilson said this experience was beyond what she expected and she loved every minute of it. She was selected to be the first base umpire in a game between Newfoundland-Labrador and Quebec.
Kevin Culy, Phil McGee and Huck Craig nominated Wilson.
Baseball Sask hosted their 2024 annual luncheon in Regina at the Double Tree by Hilton on Oct. 19. It was at this event that all the awards for provincial champions and award recipients were handed out.
Nickel, a respected umpire in Saskatchewan, presented Wilson with the award.
It has been an incredible journey for Wilson, and she is honoured to receive the recognition. Umpiring has given her the opportunity to be part of the game in a meaningful way, and she hopes to continue to contribute for years to come.
She is always looking for new faces to get into the umpiring field. There is no age restriction, and she says it is so rewarding.
