U. S. Flag on Uniform

[HLin NC]

JR- I figured you were gonna give us the Canadian version of how to wear the flag patch.

[Welpe]

Originally Posted by HLin NC

JR- I figured you were gonna give us the Canadian version of how to wear the flag patch.

CANADIAN RULING:

The Maple Leaf shall be right side up.

Don't forget, the field of stars should always be towards the front of the uniform wearer.

[JugglingReferee]

Originally Posted by HLin NC

JR- I figured you were gonna give us the Canadian version of how to wear the flag patch.

Originally Posted by Welpe

CANADIAN RULING:

The Maple Leaf shall be right side up.

Don't forget, the field of stars should always be towards the front of the uniform wearer.

TOO FUNNY!!!!! Posts of the month!

[LDUB]

I've never understood the flag patch. I've never seen anyone wear one on their street clothes but they are somewhat popular on officiating uniforms. All of a sudden because we are on the athletic field/court we have to show everyone that....I'm not even sure but I will guess patriotic. I do not understand how that has anything to do with sports officiating.

[HawkeyeCubP]

Originally Posted by LDUB

I do not understand how that has anything to do with sports officiating.

I completely agree with your point of view.

[ODJ]

Originally Posted by LDUB

I've never understood the flag patch. I've never seen anyone wear one on their street clothes but they are somewhat popular on officiating uniforms. All of a sudden because we are on the athletic field/court we have to show everyone that....I'm not even sure but I will guess patriotic. I do not understand how that has anything to do with sports officiating.

State Assns have the policy. NCAA has the policy.

Gold trim if worn by member of military (or veteran), white trim if you're a complete b*****d and have never served your country except driving your Hummer at 90 mph in a school zone.

The star field is closest to the heart. (per, VFW)

[Adam]

Originally Posted by ODJ

State Assns have the policy. NCAA has the policy.

Gold trim if worn by member of military (or veteran),

Is this a local thing? I've never heard of this differentiation. I've just moved to my third area, though, and this one has a very high military presence, so I should check on it. I couldn't tell you right now what color the trim is on my uniform patch.

Originally Posted by ODJ

The star field is closest to the heart. (per, VFW)

I've not heard this one, either. I've only heard the (essentially) Army rationale for wearing the flag on the right sleeve (place of honor) with the "backward" look (to give the appearance of the flag moving forward).

[Welpe]

Originally Posted by ODJ

white trim if you're a complete b*****d and have never served your country

Gee, thanks. I didn't know military service was the only way I could serve my country.

I've not heard this one, either. I've only heard the (essentially) Army rationale for wearing the flag on the right sleeve (place of honor) with the "backward" look (to give the appearance of the flag moving forward).

Snaqs, that is the standard per the US Flag Code.

[mbyron]

Originally Posted by Welpe

Gee, thanks. I didn't know military service was the only way I could serve my country.

I thought he was saying that the white is only applicable to those whose parents weren't married AND they have never served their country.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by Welpe

Snaqs, that is the standard per the US Flag Code.

That's my understanding; I'd never heard the "close to the heart" thing. The only uniform rule I can think of that references something closest to the heart is the order of wear for medals. Highest honor sits nearest the heart, and the others go down and out in order from there.