Ty Unthank

Communication & Service Specialist

Ty Unthank has been with us since 2017. He started in our order fulfillment department in our warehouse, then worked his was up to customer service specialist before landing the role as Marketing/Communications & Service Specialist in early 2020. Ty oversees our social media accounts where we have seen substantial audience, activity and engagement growth. You've probably seen him most in our library of videos on site and YouTube channel.

He is a current college and high school umpire. He and Kristi (former employee) married in the summer of 2020. In August of 2022, they welcomed their first child, a daughter, Audrey to the world with much joy!

Articles by Ty

The Mizuno RunBird Has Landed On Umpire Uniforms

Mizuno expands their product line to include umpire pants and traditional short sleeve umpire shirts.

Extinguish Flames of Fear for California Sports Officials

Join us as we bring relief donations for sport officials affected by California Wildfires.

Umpire Mask Replacement Harness Buyers Guide

There has never been more options for umpire mask harnesses on the market then there are now. With these options, you are more in control of your umpire mask look and functionality. Let us guide you to which umpire mask harness is best for you.

Smitty Tapered Umpire Base Pants Are Here!

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.