Long Island District Board # 41

NEW YORK STATE BASKETBALL OFFICIALS
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

1. Long Black Slacks – If belt is to be worn, buckle should be small and discreet.
2. Black and white striped, short sleeve shirt with V-neck collar and IAABO Patch on left chest. Boards 41, and the New York State Basketball Officials Executive Committee (NYSBO), have decided that all officials shall wear the American Flag on the back of the shirt. The Flag shall be centered 1” to 1 ¼” below the collar.
3. Optional solid black warm-up jacket (Sahara Style) with IAABO Patch on left chest. If officials decide to wear the warm-up jacket, both officials will be required to be similarly attired. For the NYSPHSAA Tournament, officials will be provided with the “NYSBO” Patch to wear on the left sleeve between the shoulder and elbow.
4. Solid black shoes.
5. Black socks.
6. Solid black lanyard (Smitty acceptable) and solid black whistle. A Board 41 authorized colored lanyard, and/or colored whistle is authorized for special occasions (i.e. Cancer Fundraising, etc.)

Note: All candidates, who are not members of IAABO, are expected to wear the same uniform with the exception of the IAABO Patch. Candidates will be advised by the Interpreter, as to the appropriateness of the use of black shorts and white socks for Mechanic Classes / Floor Tests.