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Old Sun Dec 03, 2006, 06:05pm
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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?
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Old Sun Dec 03, 2006, 06:29pm
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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.

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Old Sun Dec 03, 2006, 09:21pm
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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?
Order them to fit, same size as any other pants. Many pants have a wide elastic to hold 'em up. If they don't fit, exchange them.
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Many pants have a wide elastic to hold 'em up.
I used to buy the Haggar Expandomatics through the Penney's catalog but Hagger has discontinued this style and they are really hard to find on closeouts. I guess I'll have to switch to Sansabelt. They're really nice but somewhat more expensive. Anyone have any other brands they use?
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Old Sun Dec 03, 2006, 09:55pm
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A little bit different school of thought...I wear my pants about an inch tighter than my actual size. I find that wearing every day size tends to fall when I run up and down...AND I tend to lose a few pounds as the season goes.
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Old Sun Dec 03, 2006, 11:55pm
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Thanks for all the advice. I ordered them earlier and if they happen to be too big, then I can always have the tailor tighten them when I get them hemmed. Thanks again
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 10:14am
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I used to buy the Haggar Expandomatics through the Penney's catalog but Hagger has discontinued this style and they are really hard to find on closeouts. I guess I'll have to switch to Sansabelt. They're really nice but somewhat more expensive. Anyone have any other brands they use?
Hay Padgett, just to give you a heads up Penny's still has the Expandomatic.
I ordered a pair last month just to try them out.
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 10:55am
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getting gear

Just thought i would through 2 cents in. I have dealt with several online places for gear, Honigs, get official and so. I have had very good luck lately with Between the line Sports. http://www.btlofficialsgear.com/

Rex seems do to a great job with shipping and prices.

Hope it is not against the rules to give a guy a little plug
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 12:10pm
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Just thought i would through 2 cents in. I have dealt with several online places for gear, Honigs, get official and so. I have had very good luck lately with Between the line Sports. http://www.btlofficialsgear.com/

Rex seems do to a great job with shipping and prices.

Hope it is not against the rules to give a guy a little plug
I completely agree. Rex is one heck of a guy and will help you in any way possible!
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 12:53pm
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They're really nice but somewhat more expensive. Anyone have any other brands they use?
Purchase Officials Has a Smitty brand, like sansabelt, but only $39.
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 01:49pm
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I completely agree. Rex is one heck of a guy and will help you in any way possible!
I also agree. Although I do like Honig's pants better.
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 05:45pm
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I always buy my stuff at honigs.com or getofficial.com.
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 06:29pm
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I completely agree. Rex is one heck of a guy and will help you in any way possible!
Has anyone used those Reebok shoes on his site..."The Ref"? If so, how are they? My Converse Whistle shoes just are not as comfortable as they were. They are now in their 4th season.
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 08:11pm
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I've worn "The Ref" shoes for a while now. No problems with them at all. I'd recommend them.
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Old Mon Dec 04, 2006, 10:04pm
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Hay Padgett, just to give you a heads up Penny's still has the Expandomatic.
I ordered a pair last month just to try them out.
They are already out of my size, but thanks.
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