new referee

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by lmathews19

Hey guys, I am a new referee just starting out. I have never called a basketball game in my life, just baseball, and was getting ready to purchase a few things on-line at purchaseofficials.com and wanted to know if I should get the pants to fit tight or a little loose?

I only ask this b/c I know it's probably kind of old-school or unprofessional to wear a belt these days and I didn't know if most of the pants came like a tux wear you can tighten them yourself. Thanks alot, any other recommendations?

You want pants that fit. Ultimately this is a personal issue and if you have umpired baseball, you should have some idea of how you want your pants to feel as you are running around. Just a little suggestion, please do not buy belted pants. They look terrible and if you notice you will not find a single official at the higher levels wearing a belt. It looks about as bad as an adjustable hat does on a baseball diamond.

Peace