Umpire Articles

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

Stubby Demonstrates a Baseball Above Chest Protector

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

Diagram where to stand between batter and catcher

Apr 26th, 2010

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

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