wanting to look as professional as possible and of course, wantin' to look "supa fly", which i guess go hand-in-hand. seeking professionalism, comfort and coolness (literally, mentally and figuratively). what do you all use? (similar to "what's in your bag" thread a while back, i need a refresher) :)

-All black shoes (nike? new balance? cons?)
-Black/White socks (dr. scholl's here. no sho? crew? others?)
-Pants/Slacks (sansabelt here. dress slacks? cotton/wool/poly?)
-Black Shorts (Nike mesh here. others?)
-Compress shorts (mcdavid? underarmour? others?)
-Flex belt (yes/no?)
-Undershirt (underarmor here. reg t-shirt? tank? others?)
-Referee shirt (poly? mesh? other?) (this one especially) :)
-Lanyard (smitty? choker? other?)
-Fox 40 (reg/mini? mouthguard?)
-Jacket (association here. sahara? coach's jacket? satin? other?)
-More suggestions?

oh...just a side note in getting all this material....im a "Baller on Budget" pls keep in mind ;) hehe thx

I doubt that anybody on this forum cares what I wear, but since nobody else has replied, I'll give you my laundry list.

I wear the all black Converse Whistle sneaker. I don't love them, but they're the best I've come across. I tried the New Balance 608, but just didn't feel comfortable in it. I loved my old Avia's, but they don't make 'em anymore.

Sansabelt pants.

Either McDavid or micromesh V-neck striped shirt.

Black V-neck undershirt. I prefer the McDavid, but if they're all dirty, I just use a regular t-shirt.

Black compression shorts -- Bike. I don't wear shorts unless I just don't have my compression shorts for some reason (like when I was at camp this summer :rolleyes: ).

No flex belt.

Black crew length athletic socks. Just one pair, even tho I know some guys double up.

Smitty lanyard, unless both my college partners are wearing a noose lanyard.

Fox 40, I usually put a strip of black tape around the tip for padding.

No jacket for HS. For college I wear a jacket, but I have no idea what kind it is. I think it was the only choice available from the place where they told me I had to buy one.

Exciting stuff, I know. I hope it helped. :)

I'm assuming you are male, but in case I haven't read between the lines properly (and for females who read this board) I suggest the Nike sports bra that has the word "encapsulated" on the tag. I can't remember the exact label. It's the only bra worth using, in my opinion.

oh...just a side note, it's EXPENSIVE!! but worth it.

Shoes-Changing this year from Converse Whistle shined with Griffin to NB shined with Leather Luster.

Socks-Black crew socks with an embroidered white basketball surrounding a white Nike Swoosh (1 pr./game.)

Pants-Changing from Haggar polyester Action Slacks (flats) to Sansabelt (1 pr. pleats & 1 pr. flats).

Black shorts-2 pr. mesh made by Champion, 1 pair polyester (made by Athletic Works.)

Compression shorts-nope, can't stand 'em!

Flex belt-nope, don't need it.

Undershirt-black cotton v-neck bought from my association.

Ref Shirt-Bristol, polyester. (considering a different brand by not sure what to try.)

Lanyard-Smitty all the way!

Whistle-Fox40, regular.

Jacket-satin for high school, sahara for college.

Ref bag-Black Eddie Bauer duffle.

Extras-Bag of Lifesaver Mints. I put 2 in my mouth before I go onto the floor. I hate it when my partners blow bad breath all over the coaches!!

[Edited by Indy_Ref on Oct 15th, 2003 at 09:35 AM]

My comments embedded with the dots.

NOT one ounce of cotton in my uniform. Cotton is about the worst performance fabric you can get. I soaks up and retains water/dries very slowly, doesn't breath (hot to wear), wrinkles easily, color fades easily.

You didn't mention the fishnets.

Agree!

My bag looks like this:

Shoes -- New Balance 609 -- shined with "Shape-Up"

Socks -- two pair, first is a pair of "support" socks to give me a little extra help with some chronic shin splints (and so my wife can laugh at me and call me an old man), second pair, basic black crew athletic sock. Saw some at Sports Authority made by UnderArmor thought I might give them a try -- a bit expensive though.

Pants -- Sansablets with pleats (here's a hint to save some $$, if you wear shorts under your pants you won't have to wash them as often, the less you wash them the more seasons you can get out of the same pair)

Shorts -- Black athletic shorts underneath (glad they were there the night I ripped my pants from stem to stern right before the game started -- which also explains why I now carry two pair, and a sewing kit).

Uniform shirt -- MicroMesh V-neck

Undershirt -- McDavid Interawear -- sleeveless v-neck.

Whistle/Lanyard -- Fox 40 -- no mouth guard here. Usually wear a noose lanyard -- bought one of the newer breakaway lanyards this week -- just to give it a try.

Other -- tape for my bad ankle, a couple of knee braces, and some Ben-Gay for those darn shin-splints (and to annoy my partners in the locker room)

1. 2 Pair of shoes--One New Balance 608 and one Patent Leather Converse All-Star.

2. 2 or 3 pair of socks--Gerry Davis socks. I love these things.

3. 2 pair of McDavid Ankle length compression pants--Keeps legs warm and never had a leg injury.

4. 2 Black shorts.

5. 2 or 3 pair of Sansabelt Pants--At least one pleated pair and one western front/flat pair. Want to match partner if I can.

6. 2 or 3 V-neck shirts.

7. 3 or 4 Black T-shirts.

8. 2 IHSA Insignia Jackets--Or a CCA Jacket depending one what kind of game I am doing.

9. I have a little bag with several whistles (Fox 40) and several lanyards (Noose and Smitty style). I have a couple of Fox 40 whistles that are still in the package with Association insignias on them.

10. The last is just a bunch of misc. stuff. I have body soap, deoderant, mouthwash, shower shoes, towel, wet bag, cologne, lock and anything else to make getting me ready for after the game.

Peace

ChuckElias reminds me my favourite Avia 800, I've been wearing at least 3 pairs of very good shoes since Avia gone, but none is comfortable to me.
BTW, a lot of GUM is for sure in my bag.

Don't use the Fox mini. Different pitch. Easily stands out. Get the classic. I like the CMG.

Mregor

No gum for me, but I keep Listerine breath strips in my bag.

No gum for me, but I keep Listerine breath strips in my bag. [/B][/QUOTE]What do you use for your body odor?

Agent Orange?

What do you use for your body odor? [/B][/QUOTE]
I use a reliable odorant, like "Smelly Garbage" or preferably "Wet Dog".

(Sorry, watched "Monsters, Inc." with my daughter last night :) )