Umpire Articles

Watch Jim Kirk’s Webinar on ‘Uniform & Safety’ for British Baseball Federation & European Umpires

Jul 3rd, 2020

As part of the BBF webinar series, Jim joins the staff to discuss umpire gear, apparel and safety.

Jul 2nd, 2020

Meet the founders of Young Gun Umpires - a group created for and by young umpires to help promote, unify, develop and train young umpires.

Jul 1st, 2020

Guest writer Ila Valcarcel has mentored female umpires on how to professionally wear and adjust uniforms and equipment based on body type. Check out her tips for "vertically-challenged" umpires.

Jul 1st, 2020

Baseball and softball umpire “Crew How-To” videos to help look your best and prepare your gear & apparel for your game and season.

Jul 1st, 2020

It is extremely important to wear your umpire gear properly to keep you safe on the field. These Public Service Announcements will help you prevent injury and recover faster.

Jun 29th, 2020

What you put in and on your body matter! See what sports officials do to stay cool during the summer months.

Jun 29th, 2020

Smitty is manufacturing reusable cloth masks to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Choose 11 colors including black & white stripes made of referee shirt material. 10,000 donated to hospitals and non-profits through our Buy One, Donate One Program.

Jun 24th, 2020

Hunter puts in the nearly impossible research to find out when sports are opening back up in each state.

Jun 24th, 2020

See how to properly measure yourself for umpire shin guards in this short video.

Jun 22nd, 2020

Get to know the inventor of KoolBlues Umpire Chest Protector Cooling System, Brad Finken.

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Smitty Pro Knit Umpire Shirt - White

Andre W., Lexington, KY

7/3/2020

Great product at a great price!!!!!

Camo Reusable Cloth Face Mask by Smitty

Peter K., Quakertown, PA

7/2/2020

If I could return the 2 masks, I would. One of the masks the stitching is coming apart. Both masks are too small and I have just an average size head. Very poor. Save your money and buy from someone local.