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Originally Posted by BillyMac
According to most studies that I've read about, unless you're a top notch athlete, like a marathon runner, or a triathlete, plain water is a great choice to keep most weekend athletes properly hydrated. However, studies did indicate that because of the flavor in sports drinks, athletes are more likely to drink a sports drink, and stay properly hydrated, than they are to drink just plain water and stay properly hydrated.
Now if you're a world class marathon runner, then the carbohydrates, and electrolytes, in a sports drink will improve your performance.
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I concur. Water should suffice for your normal 1, 2 or even 3 game outings. Beyond that, then a sports drink will help replenish some carbs. Although I am not a "world class marathon runner", I do run and will hardly drink sports drinks unless it is a half marathon or longer in order to get some carbs.
Overall, there is not necessarily anything wrong with drinking sports drinks during officiating, it is probably not necessary. My $.02.