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10 Suppliers Salute the WWUA with the Best Apparel and Most Protective Gear for the 11th Annual Academy

Jun 23rd, 2025

In the 11th year of the WWUA, best brands outfit Warriors with the best gear and apparel!

New Balance Continues Annual Support for WWUA

May 28th, 2025

You save $10 and NB sends $5 to WWUA! New Balance's support for Wounded Warrior Umpire Academy carries on in 11th session with plate and base umpire shoe annual donation plus more!

NFL Names Under Armour Official Footwear and Gloves Supplier

Apr 22nd, 2025

Under Armour receives official footwear and glove supplier designation from the NFL.

MLB Names G-FORM Official Protective Equipment Supplier

Apr 22nd, 2025

G-FORM receives official supplier designation from the MLB.

UMPS CARE Charities Stars & Stripes Cap Returns for a 4th Season!

Apr 9th, 2025

THE cap of the summer is here! UMPS CARE Charities Stars & Stripes Cap is back for the 4th consecutive season!

2025 Umpire Camps & Clinics Schedule

Apr 3rd, 2025

Umpire Clinics & Umpire Camps in the United States along with information, dates and links to register.

The Ump Eye: An Eye on All the Action

Mar 26th, 2025

Ever been told to open your field of vision or jeered at to use your good eye? The Ump Eye Optical Vision Enhancer, Ump Eye for short, is the latest mask accessory that will have you seeing more of the field than ever before!

Extinguish Flames of Fear for California Sports Officials

Mar 19th, 2025

Join us as we bring relief donations for sport officials affected by California Wildfires.

Officials Helping Officials in the Wake of Gulf Hurricanes

Mar 18th, 2025

Team up with us as we match relief donations for sport officials affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.

A Desert Delight: 19th Annual UMPS CARE Charities Golf Classic

Jan 27th, 2025

Golf and gear make for a great time at the annual charity scramble in Phoenix, Arizona. $600 raised by MLB Umpire Signed Mizuno Pro Wave Plate Shoes for UMPS CARE Charities!

The Mizuno RunBird Has Landed On Umpire Uniforms

Jan 16th, 2025

Mizuno expands their product line to include umpire pants and traditional short sleeve umpire shirts.

Umpire Mask Replacement Harness Buyers Guide

Jan 7th, 2025

There has never been more options for umpire mask harnesses on the market then there are now. With these options, you are more in control of your umpire mask look and functionality. Let us guide you to which umpire mask harness is best for you.

Smitty Tapered Umpire Base Pants Are Here!

Dec 16th, 2024

After a significant number of requests for a tapered base pant of its popular poly spandex umpire pants, Smitty delivered. Available in pleated and flat-front, these pants are ultra-tapered and have a shorter rise for the fittest look in the market and on the field.

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Smitty Performance Poly Spandex Charcoal Grey Umpire Plate Pants with Expander Waistband

Michael J., Stanley, NY

7/7/2025

Product was exactly what I was looking for. Even thought I had to bring these to get hemmed, they were well worth it. Shipping was fast and was tracked thru delivery. Amazing job.