Umpire Articles

Umpires Who Switched to Helmets

Apr 30th, 2013

Fellow umpires who switched from a mask to a helmet share their experiences.

Spring Cold Weather Provides Challenges for Umpires & Players

Apr 23rd, 2013

Freezing temperatures can put officials at risk. Follow these tips to stay warm, safe and in the game.

Wear Umpire Ball Bag on Side of Throwing Arm

Apr 16th, 2013

Do you need one or two bags? And how to wear it? See our tips here.

Save Your Knees and Back When Working Bases: Another Tip from Stubby

Jan 10th, 2013

Protect your knees and stay in the game longer with tips from Mark 'Stubby' Stubblefield.

Protecting your Chest Protector!

Dec 28th, 2012

Getting the most life out of your equipment means a little maintenance and care along the way.

STUBBY SAYS: Heat Illness is Most Easily Preventable Umpire Condition

Jul 3rd, 2012

This article is one of a monthly series of Mark "Stubby" Stubblefield's tips for baseball and softball umpires - this month focusing on preventing heat illness.

STUBBY SAYS: 3 Things to Do with a Contusion

Jun 5th, 2012

This article is one in a monthly series of Mark "Stubby" Stubblefield's tips for baseball and softball umpires - this month how to treat a contusion.

STUBBY SAYS: Add Years to Your Career in 10 Minutes Per Game

Apr 1st, 2012

Mark "Stubby" Stubblefield, medical coordinator for The Umpire School shares tips for baseball and softball umpires.

6 Things to Look for in Umpire Plate Shoes to Decrease Injuries

Mar 5th, 2012

Are you an umpire that suffers from back, knee, joint or foot pain? There could be several causes - weight, lack of exercise, lack of proper stretching before and after the game, stress and more.

STUBBY SAYS: Umpire Concussion? 5 Things to Do

Mar 1st, 2012

This article is one in a monthly series of Mark "Stubby" Stubblefield's tips for baseball and softball umpires - this month focuses on concussions.

5 Ways to Get the Best Games

Jan 12th, 2012

Brandon Cooper shares his five tips on getting assigned the best games.

STUBBY SAYS: Check the Space Above Your Umpire Chest Protector in Your Stance

Jan 10th, 2012

This article is one in a monthly series of Mark "Stubby" Stubblefield's tips for baseball and softball umpires - this month focusing on proper fit.

The Five Tool Umpire

Jan 3rd, 2012

Brandon Cooper discusses what makes a "Five Tool Player".

Officials at Risk of Heat-Related Illness

Jun 1st, 2011

Tips for sports officials to know how to prevent heat-illness and to spot the signs.

Get in the Slot for Safest Umpire Plate Position

Apr 26th, 2010

MLB umpire Marvin Hudson talks about the slot and the outside pitch.