Smitty Classic Polyester Plate Umpire Pants | Pleated w/ Expander Waistband
Built for umpires who want maximum room behind the dish without giving up a crisp, traditional look, the Smitty Classic Polyester Pleated Plate Umpire Pants are a reliable plate-ready staple for baseball and softball. Made from 100% high-quality woven polyester, these pants hold their shape, stay sharp, and are designed for long-season durability. The plate cut features the widest leg opening and a reinforced seat for added room over gear and extra durability where it matters most, while the expander-style Comfort Grip waistband adds flexible comfort through long innings and doubleheaders. Finished with side seam pockets and rugged hardware, they arrive unhemmed so you can tailor the inseam to your exact fit.
Features
Designed for classic presentation and plate-ready durability, these Smitty pleated plate pants combine crisp woven polyester with a roomier cut and comfort-minded details—so you can stay polished, mobile, and comfortable from warmups through the final out:
- 100% high-quality woven polyester: Durable fabric that holds its shape and stays crisp through repeated wear.
- Pleated plate cut: Traditional pleats with the widest leg opening and a reinforced seat for plate work and added room over gear.
- Side seam pockets: Classic pocket placement for a clean, traditional profile.
- Comfort Grip expander waistband: Smitty 2.5" waistband with expander styling for flexible, all-game comfort.
- Wide belt loops: Built to pair easily with standard umpire belts.
- Button tab and clasp closure: Reliable closure for a polished, uniform finish.
- Heavy-duty zipper: Made for durability through long seasons.
- Button loop on back left pocket: Classic finishing detail.
- Unhemmed length: Arrives unhemmed so you can hem to your preferred inseam.
- Colors: Heather Grey or Charcoal Grey.
- Sizing: Even sizes 28–54.
Overall, these Smitty pleated plate pants are a strong choice for umpires who want classic polyester crispness, a traditional pleated front, the roomiest plate cut with reinforced durability, and the all-game comfort of an expander waistband.
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Our goal is to keep it simple: help you stay prepared, look sharp, and have the right gear in hand before game time (from kickoff to first pitch). Bottom line: If you’re looking for classic pleated plate umpire pants in durable woven polyester—with the widest leg opening, reinforced seat, and an expander waistband for long-game comfort—this Smitty model is a dependable choice.