Uniforms and Equipment
TASO Authorized Vendors– Can sell TASO embroidered and sublimated items
Other Vendors
Basic Uniform Needs
- Shirts
- Pants- Charcoal Grey
- Hats- TASO Umpire Hats
- 4-Stitch Plate
- 6-Stitch Plate or Base
- 8-Stitch Base
- Jackets
- Black with White Shoulder Stripes
- Convertible– solid black with zip off sleeves
- Protective Equipment
- Umpire Gear Set– Great for a new umpire
- Umpire Mask
- Typically black in color with black, tan, or grey pads
- Chest Protector
- There are many types and the price range varies
- Shin Guards
- Typically sold in lengths. Make sure you measure before you purchase
- Plate Shoes
- Some shin guards have extensions that cover the top of the foot, but plate shoes provide more protection and are highly recommended
- Base Shoes
- Any black or black with white trim shoe will work.
- Typical base shoes are a turf style cleat to provide traction
- Leather shoes are easier to clean and maintain
- Metal spikes are not allowed
- Belt
- Black Leather
- 1 3/4″ preferred
- Patent or Plain Leather
- Accessories
- Ball Bags- Black
- Indicator
- Plate Brush
- Lineup Holder
- Under Apparel
- Black undershirts
- Black socks
- Compression Shorts or leggings
- Jock and some type of cup