Does being short hurt my chances of officiating at the college level?

[rainmaker]

Where's Chuck when you need him?

Seriously, Chuck Elias who usually posts here quite a bit when he's not basking in the tropical sun, is not exactly tall (although in real life he's taller than that silly squirrel which some find so offensive!). There are several men who work in women's college ball who are fairly "altitude challenged". It may be a point against you in some places but it's only one consideration. At least, that's what I observe. I have a personal friend who works in the Pac-10 and he's only about 5'7", I think. So I don't think it's a big deal.