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Hey all,

Finished my first year of officiating this season and going to camp(s) this summer. Quick question (and I'm sure this will turn into a "is he serious?" thread, but here goes).....

I know the officiating attire at most camps is shorts as opposed to pants. But is it athletic shorts, or more of the dress pants type shorts?

Yes, I know, I'm apparently still a rookie! Insert joke here......

Serious answers are appreciated, but "creative" ones are always welcome too:D

Seriously, I would check with the camp director for specifics as attire varies from camp to camp. That being said, it wouldn't hurt to take pants & shorts as you will want to be prepared for whatever may or may not change. Perhaps an opportunity may arise while camping that requires you to wear pants. I'd rather be prepared than make an excuse.

(You knew it was coming, didn't you ;))This is considered proper attire at camp. Note the stripes on the jersey are going in the correct direction, but are just shorter than usual. Wearing sunglasses is optional.

http://tragicomical.com/wp-content/u...hortshorts.jpg

Thanks! I appreciate the help!

That was good! :D

Of all the campers I've ever seen only 1 wore dress type shorts. Virtually all others wore athletic shorts, a handfull wore long pants and 1 in particular was just short (insert squirrel picture here).

Is this the new NCAA OUTFIT for next year?

No, seriously, some camps say "shorts optional", but take both, because when you get there you will hear most say not to wear them, especially if the gyms are air conditioned, if they aren't then maybe they will not really care, but most assignors like to see you work in what you supposed to be wearing. Don't give them an excuse to look down on you!

I agree with this. I would not take dress shorts. I would take pants and PLAIN black shorts that you might wear in a pick-up game (you know, with a drawstring instead of button and zipper).

Cool. I appreciate it!

Yes, we knew it was coming......and it was expected!

However, from what I've seen, many of us (me included), might not look so good..... :D

Athletic shorts. You would only wear dress shorts if you're reffing in SoCal or . . . wait for it . . . the SEC.

I also agree about taking shorts and pants. If the majority of people are wearing pants, wear pants. More importantly, if everyone else is wearing shorts, don't be the dexter-head who wears pants!

I recommend this style. The helmet is optional

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/155/3...b87a9b4256.jpg

That's fantastic!

The thing hanging between the shorts? Easy Spartacus, probably just a flag or towel.

You can where black dress shorts to the meetings and social hour.

Actually, I didn't notice that....Wasn't studying the picture quite as detailed as you apparently were:D

I just thought the entire getup was funny:eek:

Yeah - and imagine how much fun it's going to be to watch Wellmer work in that! :D

I was surprised recently to discover a partner in an AAU game wearing dress shorts with a belt. Seemed really weird.

I wear black basketball player style shorts to camps (drawstring, no pockets). Although I have discovered doing AAU this spring that I need to get some extra long shirts. My normal length shirts, which stay in place quite nicely inside my pants, don't want to stay in all the time in my shorts without the sans-a-belt waistband.

it's a joke, son:p

Yes, I know, as was my reply:o

I was surprised recently to discover a partner in an AAU game wearing dress shorts with a belt. Seemed really weird.

Hey, this guy gets around. AAU ball also and this guy always wears black golf shorts and a canvas belt with tan leather. I expect him to ask "Has anyone seen a titleist three"?

I does look strange.

I get long Nike black shorts to hide my chicken wing legs......

I just thought the entire getup was funny

lost in translation.........you defended your reply.;)

No harm, no foul (no pun intended):eek: All in good fun! And some good information from everyone too:D

We have a guy who works only our local kids rec league and has never officiated anywhere else. He's a retired computer geek. He owns one jersey - it has a collar and a chest pocket. He wears pleated pants with cuffs and a belt. He has an old lanyard and a cheap plastic whistle. At least the pants, belt, lanyard and whistle are black. He also wears some old high top canvas gym shoes with dirty white laces, white soles and a white circular logo patch at the ankles. He wears horn-rimmed brown glasses with some kind of rubber nose protector. They fall off once or twice a game.

We don't want him to change a thing. He's precious.

BTW - he really does a good job.

Is his first name Mark?:D

No, it's 26. :D

The web site actually says black or dark blue shorts. Yeah, they mean athletic type shorts.
PS - Just don't forget your black string ties!!