Definition of "Tights"

[frezer11]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

We go back to observing the layup lines and my partner goes over to the table to make a final check of the scorebook (we never give technical fouls here for books that aren't ready on time, it's a local "When in Rome" custom).

I also very much dislike calling a book T, but not to the point where I won't. Just because "that's the way we've always done it" does not make it right. I can't see you being accused of being an overly officiating official if this rule is all but disregarded. Changing the way officials in your area think is difficult, and I understand that, but following the leader is not the right option.

Originally Posted by BillyMac

We have quite a few male officials that wear black tights under their uniform pants. I'm old school, real old school, I wear black briefs over an old fashioned athletic supporter. Too much information? Sorry.

Ha, very nice. A guy I've worked with quite a while does the same, and slaps on a latex glove and slathers on the Bengay. Pretty distinct, and pungent smell.