newer official, various topics

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Look at +POS. Their website is www.pluspos.com. Also look at JC Penneys for SAnsabelt pants. Also don't be cheap when it comes to your officiating shoes. If your feet start to hurt or do hurt you won't able to do much officiating. Here is a list of stuff that possibly should go into your officials bag. I got it off a website some years ago and I have modified it to suit me but it gives an indication that are some "musts" prior to showing up for a game. This probably is for more advanced officials but as you advance you will have an idea of what others have in their bag.

WHAT SHOULD YOU PACK IN YOUR GAME BAG?

1. Clothing
A. Two pair of pants
1. In case the first pair rips
2. In case blood gets on the first pair
B. Black shorts
1. If your game pants rip, it should not be obvious to all
C. Black socks
D. Gym socks
E. Two striped shirts
F. Two T-shirts
1. Don't wear a t-shirt that has writing on it, as it can be seen
through your striped shirt
G. Shoes
H. Black belt, if your pants have belt loops
I. Black jacket
J. In reserve, you should always carry an extra pair of black and gym
socks, black shorts, and a t-shirt

2. Equipment
A. Store your game equipment in a secure container (i.e., Tupperware)
1. Minimum of two whistles of each variety (Fox 40 and Acme)
a. Should your partner not have a Fox 40, use the Acme)
2. Minimum of two lanyards
a. Keep the extra lanyard in your pocket with the extra
whistle
3. Rubber bands
a. If you use this for possession arrow
4. Inflation pin
a. In case the game ball has too much air
B. Pregame card and court diagram
C. Rule and case books
D. Date book
E. Bring contract for that game in case there is a problem

3. Miscellaneous
A. Shoe bag and shoe trees
B. Shoe laces
C. Shoe polish, brush, and cloth
1. Shape Up Military Style works very well
D. Towel
E. Soap and shampoo
F. Mouthwash and/or toothbrush and paste
G. Comb/brush
H. Hair spray
I. Shower slippers
1. When was the last time anyone cleaned the shower stall
J. Deodorant
K. Razor blades/Electric razor
L. Plastic bag for wet clothing



Michael