Below you will find equipment that is used during the game by each position. While this is not a full comprehensive list, this is a great start and list of equipment that you may need during the game.

Plate Umpire

  • Heather gray slacks

  • Powder blue shirt

  • Black Belt

  • Black Shoes

  • Black socks

  • Blue Hat

  • Blue Jacket (optional) Can be pullover/zip up/or button up)

  • Shin Guards

  • Chest Protector

  • Black Mask (Can be hockey style)

  • Navy or Grey Ball bags

  • Plate brush (in ball bag)

  • Indicator

  • Lineup card holder (in ball bag)

  • Colored pen (other than black or blue)

 

Base Umpire

  • Heather gray slacks

  • Powder blue shirt

  • Black Belt

  • Black Shoes (Non Plate)

  • Black socks

  • Blue Hat

  • Blue Jacket (optional) Can be pullover/zip up/or button up)

  • Brush (in back pocket, non visible)

  • Indicator

 
 

Other Useful Equipment

  • Sun Glasses (Non mirrored) are optional and can be worn by both the plate and base umpire.

  • Cooling Towel

  • Tylenol/Advil/Ibuprofen

  • Gum

  • Sunscreen

  • Air Freshener

  • Gold Bond

  • Reusable Water Bottle

  • Snacks

  • Flipping/Challenge Coin

  • Colored Pens

  • Notepad

  • Rule Books