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Mindset for Social Distancing Guidelines from TSEUA President & Assignor John Gallante

Jun 5th, 2020

SUMMARIZED: NASO's 13-Point Plan to "Getting Back to Officiating Sensibly"

May 27th, 2020

We summarize Barry Mano's 13 points on returning to sports and categorize them by official, assigner and organization. Addresses personal hygiene, social distancing, wearing a cloth mask, and for referees, using an electronic whistle.

Update Message from President Jim Kirk on COVID-19 and Business Operations

May 20th, 2020

Our main focus has been in keeping staff safe, while maintaining our service standards. We also took time to improve the website checkout experience and to give back to others.

President Jim Kirk is the Featured Guest on UMPLIFE's Gotta Ask!

Apr 16th, 2020

Ray Brownlie of UMPLIFE's candid interview of our President Jim Kirk on Gotta Ask Series.

Umpire & Football Official Sewing Face Masks for Hospitals

Apr 10th, 2020

Auburn, Maine umpire & football official, Daniel Labrie, has sewn hundreds of masks for his local healthcare workers.

Officials Spotlight: Wally Bissett

Apr 7th, 2020

Ump-Attire.com is proud to support Wally and all sports officials!

Officials Spotlight: Mitch Levis, AKA the Bearded Blue

Mar 26th, 2020

Ump-Attire.com is proud to support Mitch and all sports officials!

Officials Spotlight: David Epperson

Mar 21st, 2020

Ump-Attire.com is proud to support David and all sports officials!

IMPORTANT & URGENT Message for Sports Officials Who Have Lost Games/Money

Mar 20th, 2020

Umpires & Referees: Contact your local government representatives ASAP to be included in a Coronavirus Stimulus Bill.

Officials Spotlight: Janet L Thomas

Mar 18th, 2020

Ump-Attire.com is proud to support Janet and all sports officials!

Message to the Officiating Community on COVID-19

Mar 17th, 2020

We are fully operational and maximizing health & safety precautions.

Warehouse Crew Gears Up for Peak Season

Mar 4th, 2020

The warehouse crew is working hard to fill your umpire & referee gear & apparel orders this peak season. Meet the hardworking crew!

Plate Shoes PSA: Avoiding a Potential Rip

Feb 25th, 2020

Ty Unthank shares a tip to help you avoid potentially ripping your plate shoes.

Ty Unthank Shows How-To Clean & Polish Your Umpire & Referee Shoes

Feb 19th, 2020

Protect your umpire shoe investment and look your best on the field with these tips that include using Pedag Premium Shoe Polish.

Use Caution When Wearing a Cap Under Your Umpire Helmet

Feb 18th, 2020

UMPIRE GEAR SAFETY PSA: When wearing a cap under your umpire helmet, it is very important to ensure the bill of the cap is not exposed.

STAFF FEATURE: Hunter Fry, Minor League Baseball Liaison

Feb 17th, 2020

From service to special projects to Minor League Baseball, Hunter does it all!

Caribbean World Series Umpires Showcase Their Skills in San Juan

Feb 9th, 2020

Congratulations to the umpires selected to work the Caribbean World Series. We are proud to sponsor the Caribbean World Series and their umpires for the 4th year.

Our Impact with International Umpires Continues to Grow

Feb 5th, 2020

Besides sending packages to 31 International countries in 2019, we are expanding in the world umpire community in other ways. Learn more including our new relationship with Umpires Without Borders.

Umpires Polled Trust NuttyBuddy Cup the Most Behind the Plate

Feb 3rd, 2020

Baseball & Softball Umpires on Twitter prefer NuttyBuddy to "Protect the Boys"

You’re Wearing Your Throat Guard Wrong ~ How to Fix It

Jan 29th, 2020

UMPIRE GEAR SAFETY PSA: Jim explains & Ty shows you how to properly size & attach your umpire throat guard for best look and to prevent injury.