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Dec 16th, 2024
After a significant number of requests for a tapered base pant of its popular poly spandex umpire pants, Smitty delivered. Available in pleated and flat-front, these pants are ultra-tapered and have a shorter rise for the fittest look in the market and on the field.
Dec 16th, 2024
A guide through umpire pant colors, best for the Plate or Base umpire, pleated or flat fronts, fabric, fitted or expanding waistband, and care.
Nov 19th, 2024
Athletic or Tapered? Pleated or Flat Front? Western or Slash pockets? We help you choose the best Basketball Referee pants for you.
Nov 11th, 2024
Two of our umpire apparel brands are Veteran-owned and operated. Join us in recognizing them on this Veterans Day!
Nov 10th, 2024
See how you can use the updated RefSmart Timer on NCAA and College baseball fields this season.
Nov 7th, 2024
Find the best basketball referee shoes for you based on your preferences - comfort, look, sizes and durability.
Nov 5th, 2024
Father - Son NBA referee team Joe and JB DeRosa behind the Smitty Court Maxx Basketball Referee Shoes.
Oct 31st, 2024
Introducing, the Discbands Wrestling Officials Alternate Choice Red and Green Wristbands. This 2-in-1 product innovation incorporates colored discs inside your wristbands.
Oct 28th, 2024
Your hydration solution, the Playmaker Half-Gallon Water Bottle from Under Armour has been featured in Referee Magazine.
Oct 23rd, 2024
Team up with us as we match relief donations for sport officials affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
Oct 17th, 2024
You’ll now have USSF federation and NCAA approved soccer referee shirts, shorts, socks and accessories that you didn’t have before.
Oct 17th, 2024
Warmth vs. Grip? Black Palm vs. White Palm? This guide breaks down your options for umpire and referee gloves in all outdoor sports including football and lacrosse.
Oct 17th, 2024
We Rank the Best Lightweight Umpire Masks by Weight and Average Customer Reviews
Oct 16th, 2024
Find out the best referee whistle by decibel level. This will help you choose whether you need one for the largest venue or your local league.
Oct 11th, 2024
The ACC, Big South, Conference USA, and the SWAC have updated their baseball umpire uniforms.
Oct 3rd, 2024
Learn about the best umpire masks & helmets in protection, weight, comfort, vision and value along with details on how to optimize for protection and appearance.
Oct 2nd, 2024
Compare the colors, styles and sizing of umpire caps. Find the best for you.
Oct 2nd, 2024
What referee whistles volleyball officials are buying most.
Oct 2nd, 2024
Warning. Below could be the most comprehensive buying guide on umpire shin guards ever written or the driest. Most likely, it's both. Regardless, reading it should help you choose which shin guard is right for you. This is why you are reading it, right?
Oct 2nd, 2024
Find the best umpire ball bag for you based on you preferences - waterproof, color and number of baseballs or softballs.