Crazy rule set

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by shutupneff

I prefer a rubber band or hair tie around the wrist pointing to the team's bench. It's inconspicuous, less unprofessional looking when you switch it, and it allows you to check to see if your partner agrees with you without having to ask.

The only problem with that is players are not allowed to wear bands on the wrists, so officials should also not wear them.

As Bob mentioned, it is a good habit to get into simply remembering the direction of the arrow, rather than using some device.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by M&M Guy

The only problem with that is players are not allowed to wear bands on the wrists, so officials should also not wear them.

Players can't wear wedding rings, either; but we (as in the officials in my area) do. I think it looks unprofessional but this reasoning doesn't mean much to me.

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by Snaqwells

Players can't wear wedding rings, either; but we (as in the officials in my area) do. I think it looks unprofessional but this reasoning doesn't mean much to me.

While that's true in my area for HS, I know it is now not allowed in NCAA-W.

Obviously, check local listings.

(However, it's still my opinion that it doesn't look professional at any level to do the pocket thing, whether it's a whistle, chapstick, or beef stick.)

[Camron Rust]

Originally Posted by M&M Guy

The only problem with that is players are not allowed to wear bands on the wrists, so officials should also not wear them.

Players can't wear striped shirts or a lanyard either, but officials do????

What players are or are not allowed to wear has nothing to do with what officials are or are not allowed to wear.

[DLH17]

A beat down is comin' your way, CR. Look out!

[Adam]

Originally Posted by camron rust

players can't wear striped shirts or a lanyard either, but officials do????

What players are or are not allowed to wear has nothing to do with what officials are or are not allowed to wear.

+1

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by Camron Rust

Players can't wear striped shirts or a lanyard either, but officials do????

What players are or are not allowed to wear has nothing to do with what officials are or are not allowed to wear.

I was only told that it was a safety issue, much the same as any piece of jewlery that a player might wear. Yes, I know the lanyard is obviously a direct conflict to that ideal, but it is a part of the official's uniform, so we are allowed (and in some cases required) to wear one.

I've worn my wedding ring on the HS court, and taken it off for the NCAA court. That's why I said to check local listings. Snaqs mentioned the rubber band might be a good idea for some local rec leagues, and I've seen that, along with officials wearing watches. It still doesn't look professional, but it may be allowed in some cases.

I will go back and check, but I think I did not see a single official working the tournament have any rubberband or chapstick device to help keep track of the arrow. I wonder why?