Behind the Call - Dear Blue - Muscle Shirt

There’s a person behind every call.

A young umpire stepping onto the field carries more than an indicator and a mask. They carry pressure. Expectations. Criticism. The fear of getting it wrong in front of players, coaches, and parents.

And most of the time… they carry it quietly.

The Dear Blue shirt was created to remind umpires that they are more than one missed call, one tough inning, or one difficult game.

Because youth umpires are learning too.
Learning confidence.
Learning leadership.
Learning how to handle pressure.

And they deserve the same support, respect, and encouragement we want for every player on the field.

💜 Every purchase supports the Silver Sky Foundation’s mission to bring mental health awareness, mindset training, and healthier sports environments to youth athletes, coaches, and officials.

• 100% airlume combed ring-spun cotton
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/y² (142 g/m²)
• 32 singles
• Relaxed fit
• Side-seamed construction
• Wide, low-cut armholes
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, Honduras, or the US

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!