Top 7 Products to Help You Beat the Heat

Jul 10th, 2019

Along with getting the calls right, staying safe on the field should be an umpire or referees top priority. Heat stroke and exhaustion are no joke. It is important to stay hydrated and take proper steps to recover after a long day out in the heat.

Umpires Josh Mann, Ty Unthank and Brandon Lawson put together their top 7 products that help all umpires and referees cool down and recover faster.

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Pro School Umpire Graduate Josh Mann

A native of Chicago, Josh graduated from the University of Arizona with degrees in Economy & Industry and Sports Management. He attended the Minor League Baseball Umpire Training Academy and Harry Wendelstedt Umpire School, umpired in the Frontier Professional Baseball League, and worked in the Chicago Cubs Organization. Josh enjoys baseball, hockey, golf and spending time with his dog Wrigley. He spent 4 years as Ump-Attire.com’s marketing assistant and recently relocated to Arizona.

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KoolBlues Umpire Chest Protector Cooling System

Bob F., Scottsdale, AZ

7/22/2022

I've now used my KoolBlues in temps up to 112 degrees here in Arizona, and yes, it definitely helps, albeit for a limited time as expected. For me, in those temps, the cold feeling lasted roughly about hour total, which was maybe 2-3 innings into the game (it's already on for at least 20 minutes of pregame). The one thing I did notice was that if the smooth sides (versus the rough side) of the ice packs face you inside the pouch, the "cold/cool" feeling lasted a bit longer. Not much you can do about these packs in crazy temps like we get here in the desert, but every little bit helps.

KoolBlues Umpire Chest Protector Cooling System

Chris H., Ansonia, CT

7/21/2022

It works. Not a silver bullet, but I would 100% rather have it than not. No doubt. I don't like the heat once it gets over 90 degrees. Been using it ever since I didn't prepare and found out the hard way what some of the symptoms of heat exhaustion/ heat stress are when working the plate in 94 degree temps and above. It helps drop your body temp, and shortens the time exposed to the heat. Won't last a full game, probably will last until the mid 3rd or 4th inning. You can fit multiple sheets in the pouch to help lengthen the time and feel it even more than when you just use 1 sheet. Solid heat management tool and I strongly recommend it. It's not like putting a neck gator on and having it warm in 5-10 minutes. This product will help you work in extreme heat.

Under Armour Playmaker Half-Gallon Water Bottle

Frank S., Merrimack, NH

7/19/2022

Love the fact that it will keep water cold all day. Love the fence hooks and the size.

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