Flag Borders

[ljudge]

I read the rather lengthy post regarding american flags. When I joined the college ranks in 2006 I learned from another official that gold bordered flags are for "Active Military Only." And, this excludes those even in reserves.

The NCAA went to White-bordered flags last year worn over our pocket while my high school state assn. requires the gold flag to be worn 2" from the collar on our backs in the center.

I brought this up to our chapter last year for consideration of "if we're going to wear a flag, we need to do it correct." From what I understand a high-ranking military official raised this two years ago when they saw a NCAA crew working a bowl game with gold borders. I informed a chapter executive board member of this last year and they are considering making the change. It was really an educational thing more than anything. Some people just don't know so I thought to share.

So, for those of you who are moving to the flags you should seriously consider white borders and do it the right way. I believe there's only one college conference who didn't convert but they got a new commish late last year. I'm guessing they'll change this year too.

And, I feel strongly they should be worn by the entire crew if being worn. Uniform = 'ONE form'