How do I become bigger?

[Toren]

I am also a short man, but I spend a great deal of time watching video to see how I can also improve my stature.

As mentioned by some, I take great care to stand up straight during time outs. I also mirror this behavior when setting up in my position, Lead, C and Trail.

One thing that I didn't see mentioned is when you are reporting fouls, make sure all your signals are shoulder level if not higher. My own personal preference is shoulder level. But I have seen taller officials, use a lower "box" and go below shoulder level. They can get away with it cause they still look imposing. At a shorter height, we can't get away with that, we need to stand straight deliver a crisp shoulder level signal and that will give the impression of "height".

[RookieDude]

I'm about 6'2"... when reporting a foul I put my hand straight out about face level...

the scorer can then look at my # signals and "see" what I am saying at the same time.

[jTheUmp]

Originally Posted by Toren

One thing that I didn't see mentioned is when you are reporting fouls, make sure all your signals are shoulder level if not higher. My own personal preference is shoulder level. But I have seen taller officials, use a lower "box" and go below shoulder level. They can get away with it cause they still look imposing. At a shorter height, we can't get away with that, we need to stand straight deliver a crisp shoulder level signal and that will give the impression of "height".

I've actually been told that I need to make my foul signals (and reporting signals) lower than that...my number reporting was such that my hand was between my face and the table. Observer felt that it looks cleaner if i keep my signals below my shoulders.

Of course, I'm 6'4", so keep that in mind.

[refiator]

Look confident and know how to "sell" calls without being a centerpiece. A demonstrative official can look like he is trying to be noticed and steal the show. Let your skills take you to the next level. There is no reason that at your size you should be held back if you are concert yourself properly.
Videotape and learn from it!