Old Dominion Umpires Association
Central Virginia's Best Umpires come from ODUA
Uniform Standards
Hats
Download Hat Order Form
All hats can be purchased through Mark Halstead.
Phone: (804) 363-2686
Email: mark.halstead@workflowone.com
Navy Blue Hat
Each member shall have an ODUA navy blue hat.
Price: $20
There are three types of hats offered: 4-stitch (shorter bill to be used only behind the plate), 6-stitch (combo hat that can be worn behind the plate or on the bases) and 8-stitch (traditional hat to be used on bases).
Black Hat
When wearing Black or Creme colored shirts, the black ODUA hat must be worn.
This hat is optional and only for those officials that want to wear black or creme shirts.
Price: $20
This hat is also offered in 4, 6, or 8-Stitch.
Shirts
Navy Blue and Powder Blue Cliff Keen Micro-Mesh or Honigs Umpire Shirts are the prefferred two colors for ODUA, however other colors may be worn as long as you match your partner.
link to The Officials Choice shirts.
link to Gerry Davis shirts...item number: SH20MX
link to Honigs shirts...item number: HMLS
Numbers: Number shall no longer appear on any shirt.
Patches: Patches shall no longer appear on any shirt.
Undershirts: Red or Navy undershirts should be worn under the navy umpire shirt and a navy undershirt should be worn under the powder blue umpire shirt.
Contact Mark Halstead if you wish to purchase official Old Dominion Umpires t-shirts
Phone: (804) 363-2686
Email: marknsue@verizon.net
Price: $6 S-XL, $7 for 2XL, $8 for 3XL
Pants
ODUA recommends that you should wear "Base" pants while on the bases and "Plate" pants when working behind the plat. "Combo" pants are not recommended by the Association. You may wear the traditional Heather Gray, or Darker Gray colors. It is preferable although not required to match your partner's pants color.
Heather Gray |
Darker Gray |
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Charcoal Gray |
Darker Gray |
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link to darker Honigs pants...item number: PBS1, PBS2
link to traditional Fechheimer pants
link to darker Smitty pants
Belts
A black belt is the only acceptable color. There are several varieties of belts and are available at either Gerry Davis or Honigs. A 1.75" wide belt is recommended for plate pants, while the 1.50" wide belt could be worn on the bases. High gloss or patent leather belts are acceptable.
Socks
Black socks are the only acceptable color to be worn. Black socks are available at most any kind of store, while Gerry Davis offers styles that are made especially for the umpire.
Shoes
Base and plate shoes may be purchased through various suppliers. Umpire shoes should be predominantly black but may have white on them. Base Shoes: Black with a minimal amount of white trim. Tennis shoes and baseball cleats are not acceptable. Having some form of "studs" on the bottom of the shoe is recommended but not essential.
Plate Shoes: Black with a minimal amount of white trim. For your own well being they should have at least a metatarsal plate and steel toe. Plate shoes are a big expense, but something that is absolutely essential in umpiring.
Ball Bags
Solid Navy ball bags shall be worn with navy, powder blue, and red uniform shirts.
Black or Grey ball bags are optional and shall only be worn with black or creme uniform shirts.
link to Gerry Davis ball bags...item number: BB0001
link to Honigs ball bags...item number: K41
Jacket
The official jacket of the Old Dominion Umpires is the Navy Blue Boathouse jacket. The jacket can be worn on the bases and behind the plate.
The jacket is to be purchased from Andy Weaver.
Phone: (804) 895-2787
Email: ruodump@aol.com
Plate coats are also accepted wear by the Association. Between the Lines offers the Fechheimer Plate coat (Style: JP333L1). Honig's provides a plate coat (Style: B3S). Gerry Davis offers the Fechheimer Plate coat (Style: JK2546). Gerry Davis offers a custom plate (Style: JK1246). No patches or numbers are to be worn on your plate coat.
Underneath your Jacket: You DO NOT wear your uniform shirt underneath your jacket or plate coat. The piece of clothing directly under your jacket should be red or navy and should match your partner. Turtlenecks or Mock Turtleneck are recommended, while t-shirts may also be worn when the temperature is not as cold. Contact Mark Halstead to order blank Mock Turtlenecks or Mocks with the official ODUA embroidery on them.
Miscellaneous
Cold Weather Wear: Early in the year when the weather is cold, the best way to stay warm is to layer your clothing. Long underwear under your pants, additional socks (as long as the outside sock is black) and layers of shirts are all helpful. Remember, the piece of clothing directly under your jacket should be either red or navy and match your partner. Gloves can also be worn, but must be solid black in color.
