Ty Unthank
Communication & Service Specialist
Ty Unthank has been with us since 2017. He started in our order fulfillment department in our warehouse, then worked his was up to customer service specialist before landing the role as Marketing/Communications & Service Specialist in early 2020. Ty oversees our social media accounts where we have seen substantial audience, activity and engagement growth. You've probably seen him most in our library of videos on site and YouTube channel.
He is a current college and high school umpire. He and Kristi (former employee) married in the summer of 2020. In August of 2022, they welcomed their first child, a daughter, Audrey to the world with much joy!
Articles by Ty
UMPLIFE Cap Carrier Featured In Referee Magazine
Referee Magazine featured the UMPLIFE Cap Carrier in August 2025, highlighting its crush-proof design, ventilation, and ability to hold 6–8 caps—perfect for keeping hats fresh and protected between games.
Business First Names Ump Attire a Best Place to Work in Louisville for 4th Year
Flexible, friendly, family - these were words used to describe working at Ump Attire! We're honored to be named among the top workplaces in the region - and even more proud of the culture, collaboration, and creativity that got us here.
10 Suppliers Salute the WWUA with the Best Apparel and Most Protective Gear for the 11th Annual Academy
In the 11th year of the WWUA, best brands outfit Warriors with the best gear and apparel!
New Balance Continues Annual Support for WWUA
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
Under Armour receives official footwear and glove supplier designation from the NFL.
MLB Names G-FORM Official Protective Equipment Supplier
G-FORM receives official supplier designation from the MLB.
Articles featuring Ty
Our Ty Unthank Umpires Kentucky High School Baseball Tournament
Ty and a crew of 7 others from across the Bluegrass umpire the High School Baseball end-of-season finale.
Wounded Warrior Umpire Academy to Host 1st Annual Virtual Summit
Join WWUA on September 9th, 2020 for a live, virtual summit featuring retired MLB Crew Cheif Mike Everitt, LLWS Crew Cheif Kelly Dine and our own Jim Kirk.
"The Dish" on HeatShields Shoe Inserts
Jim Kirk & Ty Unthank discuss the origins of HeatShields and the benefits they provide to umpires and referees.