Built specifically for the demands of the plate, the Mizuno Pro Wave Mid-Cut Umpire Plate Shoe combines protective coverage with Mizuno cushioning and a high-grip outsole. The black-and-white design gives umpires a traditional professional appearance, while the mid-cut construction provides added coverage around the ankle. The shoe incorporates Mizuno Wave technology and Mizuno Enerzy cushioning to help provide a stable, comfortable platform through long innings and extended games.

The Pro Wave is designed for baseball and softball umpires who want a dedicated mid-cut plate shoe with protective toe and instep coverage, responsive cushioning, and dependable traction. Mizuno's synthetic leather upper also provides a practical, easy-to-clean surface for use around the plate.

Key Features

• Mid-cut umpire plate shoe designed for baseball and softball
• Black/White colorway with Mizuno styling
• Protective toe and instep cover provides increased coverage around the front of the foot
• Mizuno Wave® plate in the heel helps disperse impact and provides a stable platform
• Mizuno Enerzy™ cushioning delivers a soft, resilient underfoot feel
• Mizuno Enerzy™ insole provides responsive cushioning
• High-grip, lightweight outsole supports traction and movement around the plate
• Cushioned ankle area adds comfort during extended games
• Antimicrobial and deodorizing lining helps control unwanted odor
• Synthetic leather upper is durable and easy to clean
• Standard D width
• Designed specifically for umpire plate duties

Why Choose the Mizuno Pro Wave Plate Shoe?

Behind the plate, an umpire needs more than a conventional athletic shoe. The Pro Wave combines protective coverage with cushioning and traction in a purpose-built plate shoe. The reinforced front provides coverage over the toe and instep, while the mid-cut design extends upward around the ankle.

Mizuno's Wave technology is incorporated into the heel to help distribute impact and create a stable base. Mizuno Enerzy foam adds cushioning and resilience, while the high-grip outsole is designed to help maintain traction when an umpire moves around the plate.

The synthetic leather upper also makes the shoe practical for everyday officiating. After a game, the exterior can be cleaned with mild soapy water to help keep the black-and-white finish looking sharp.

Umpire Plate Shoe Protection

The Pro Wave is designed with additional coverage in areas that are important for plate umpires. A protective toe area and instep cover help shield the front of the foot, while cushioning around the ankle adds comfort and support.

The mid-cut profile provides more coverage than a traditional low-cut field shoe, making it particularly suited for umpires who prefer the additional protection and structure of a mid-cut plate shoe.

Mizuno Wave & Enerzy Cushioning

The Mizuno Wave® plate in the heel is designed to spread impact over a broader area while providing a stable platform. Mizuno Enerzy™ foam adds softness and resilience, helping create a comfortable feel underfoot during long games.

The combination gives the Pro Wave a purpose-built cushioning system rather than relying solely on a conventional athletic-shoe midsole.

Traction and Movement

Plate umpires constantly adjust their position behind home plate. The Pro Wave uses a high-grip, lightweight outsole designed to provide traction while keeping the shoe relatively agile.

The result is a plate shoe designed to accommodate the quick movements, repositioning, and repeated stance changes common during baseball and softball games.

Easy-Care Synthetic Leather Upper

The synthetic leather upper provides a clean, professional appearance while making routine maintenance easier. For cleaning, Mizuno recommends hand washing with soapy water rather than using a washing machine or chemically enhanced detergents. Shoes should be allowed to air dry naturally rather than being artificially dried.

Product Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Mizuno Pro Wave shoes good for plate umpires?

The Pro Wave is specifically designed as an umpire plate shoe, with protective toe and instep coverage, a mid-cut profile, cushioning, and a high-grip outsole.

Are these Mizuno umpire shoes mid-cut?

Yes. The Pro Wave is a mid-cut umpire plate shoe, providing additional coverage around the ankle compared with a low-cut field shoe.

Are Mizuno Pro Wave plate shoes true to size?

The standard D-width Pro Wave is generally offered in a true-to-size fit. If you normally wear a standard-width athletic or umpire shoe, ordering your usual size is a reasonable starting point.

Do Mizuno Pro Wave plate shoes come in wide widths?

The Pro Wave is offered in a standard D width. It is not currently listed as a 2E or 4E wide-width plate shoe.

Are the Mizuno Pro Wave plate shoes steel toe?

No. These are protective umpire plate shoes, but the plate designation refers to their use behind home plate rather than a steel-toe construction.

Can the Mizuno Pro Wave shoes be machine washed?

Mizuno's care guidance recommends hand washing with soapy water and allowing the shoes to dry naturally. Do not use chemically enhanced powders or artificially dry the shoes.

Are these shoes for baseball and softball umpires?

Yes. The Pro Wave is designed for umpire use in both baseball and softball.

Shop Mizuno Umpire Plate Shoes

The Mizuno Pro Wave Mid-Cut Umpire Plate Shoe is designed for umpires who want a dedicated plate shoe with protective front coverage, Mizuno Wave stability, Enerzy cushioning, and high-grip traction. Its black-and-white design and mid-cut construction make it a professional choice for baseball and softball officiating.