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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".

NFL Continues to Use Made in USA Penalty Flags

Aug 3rd, 2011

Jim talks the Officials' Flags n' Bags penalty flag with Brian Flood of the NFL's officiating department.

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.

Black Foul Weather Pants Reviewed by Todd Skaggs

Sep 19th, 2010

Todd reviews material, fit and construction of the Smitty football referee pants.

Get in the Slot for Safest Umpire Plate Position

Apr 26th, 2010

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