Basketball Referee Articles

Freeze Sleeve Size Guide

Sep 15th, 2020

How to measure Ankles, Calves, Knees, Hamstrings, Wrists and Elbows to properly fit your Freeze Sleeve.

Sep 6th, 2020

4 Staffers (aka Shield Heads) share their reviews of UMPLIFE's new double-compartment travel bag.

Sep 3rd, 2020

Trends for all-sports of officiating include COVID-19 Wear & Essentials, Product Storage & Care and Shoes; for umpires, supplemental protection and cup systems.

Aug 19th, 2020

Find out the best referee whistle by decibel level. This will help you choose whether you need one for the largest venue or your local league.

Jul 31st, 2020

Hunter puts in the nearly impossible research to find out when fall sports will be played in each state.

Jul 22nd, 2020

Coronavirus resources and communications for sports officials: Unemployment resources, state-by-state updates, safety best practices and business messages.

Smitty NCAA Women's Basketball Referee Jacket

Jul 14th, 2020

See the new NCAA Women's Basketball Referee Jackets manufactured by Smitty Officials Apparel. These are the exclusive pregame jackets for the NCAA Women's Elite Eight and Final Four.

Jul 8th, 2020

Hunter puts in the nearly impossible research to find out when sports are opening back up in each state.

Jun 29th, 2020

Smitty is manufacturing reusable cloth masks to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Choose 11 colors including black & white stripes made of referee shirt material. 10,000 donated to hospitals and non-profits through our Buy One, Donate One Program.

Jun 10th, 2020

Traditional whistles are problematic during the COVID-19 epidemic due to the spreading of tiny droplets and/or wearing cloth masks. Learn more about electronic whistles being used in your sport.

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Related Reviews

UMPLIFE Double-Compartment Executive Sports Officials Bag

Stan T., Colorado Springs, CO

9/25/2020

Not using it for uniforms, instead it is my go to bag for officiating gear where your need equipment ie: Track - XCountry. It’s a perfect size and has the needed space to accommodate needs. Highly recommend!

Fox 40 Reusable Cloth Whistle Mask

Steve G., Michigan

9/25/2020

It good but takes a little getting use to. Holds the heat, so you get sweaty.

KoolBlues Umpire Chest Protector Cooling System

Michael T., Oro Valley, AZ

9/24/2020

Two thumbs up for KoolBlues. They stood the test in a tournament last weekend. Provided much-needed heat relief in Phoenix. Had to change them out for back-to-back plates. Worked multiple back-to-back plates over three days. Highly recommend these jewels. Have a 6:30 varsity game tonight in Tucson. Will definitely be wearing one.