Tights vs. Compression shorts
I am not sure what the difference is.
I thought they were the same. How can you tell? ART. 3 . . . “b. The sleeves/tights shall be black, white, beige or the predominant color of the jersey and the same color sleeves/tights shall be worn by teammates. “ART. 7 . . . Compression shorts shall be a single solid color similar to the predominant color of the uniform; the length shall be above the knee. Undergarments shall not extend below the pants/skirt. See 3-6 for logo requirements.” |
Does it go below the knee?
No... Compression shorts. Yes... Tights. Sent from my SM-G925V using Tapatalk |
Tights start at the waist and extend below the knee (usually all the way to the ankle).
Compression shorts start at the waist and do not extend below the knee. And, FWIW, Leg sleeves start below the waist and end below the knee (usually ending before the ankle). At least, that's how I've always understood it. And no, I'm not asking anyone to show me anything under the shorts to verify. If only some day the NFHS would simplify the fashion police rules... wouldn't this be wonderful: Anything that's not jersey or shorts (already addressed by rule) or socks/shoes (not covered by rule) must all be: a) Black, White, Jersey-Colored and b) the same for all players on the team And you could talk me out of adding "Beige" to A and removing B altogether. |
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Compression Shorts ...
What's the difference between compression shorts that go from the waist to above the knee, tights that go from the waist to below the knee, or a leg sleeve that goes from below the waist to above the knee?
And if one is able to correctly identify an equipment item as compression shorts, how does the NFHS define uniform color? The same color as the jersey (like an undershirt), or the same color as the shorts (like the old compression shorts rule)? Silly NFHS monkeys. |
If I'm a player with Under Armour that stops above the knee but below the pants then I just claim they are tights since tights have no length requirement, right? What was NFHS thinking?
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I mentioned this in another thread, but here's a fun one from our state Girls' association:
NFHS Basketball Rule 3-5 Team Member’s Equipment, Apparel Modify Rule 3-5-3c to the following: All sleeves/tights shall be the same solid color. Modify Rule 3-5-4 to the following: a. Anything worn in the hair (including headbands as shown in Figure “C” below) must be soft and unadorned but may be any color or multi-colored and do not have to match for all teammates. The 2-inch maximum width provision for headbands will be waived, and headbands with extensions as shown in Figure “A” below will be permitted. b. Protective soft headgear as shown in Figure “B” below will be permitted provided the headgear is not abrasive, hard, or dangerous to any other player and which is attached in such a way it is highly unlikely it will come off during play. c. Bobby pins 2” or less will be allowed. d. Wristbands may be any color or multi-colored and do not have to match for all teammates, but must be made of moisture-absorbing material. e. Silicone and rubber bracelets, rubber bands, bandanas, etc., are illegal as they are not moisture-absorbing or appropriate for the game of basketball. NFHS Basketball Rule 3-6 Logo/Trademark/Reference Modify Rule 3-6-1 to the following: One visible manufacturer’s logo/trademark/reference or school logo/mascot is permitted on the compression shorts, arm and leg compression sleeves, and wristbands. Multiple manufacturer’s logos/trademarks/references and/or school logos/mascots are permitted on the headbands as shown in Figures “D” and “E” below. BUT this appeared to be different than the boys' union ruling. So I had the following interesting conversation with our "administrator of basketball." ME: Question on the headband rule: The rule change only applies to girls? Also, wrist bands can be different colors but sleeves all must be the same color? So they can have black sleeves and yellow wrist bands and green head bands? That seems much more confusing than the NFHS "Everything the same for everybody." HIM: Boys go by what is in the NFHS Rule book page 26. Very helpful. And obviously very attentive to our questions and concerns.:rolleyes: |
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When I'm The Grand Poobah Of NFHS Basketball Rules, Bye Bye Compression Shorts ...
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We were told to consider everything except for braces as tights.
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I ignore this section. It can't apply anymore. |
Definition Please ???
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Unilaterally ...
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Silly NFHS monkeys. |
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