Uniform Requirements
The TMLOA uses the following uniform and equipment for all high school, and youth lacrosse games:
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Black shorts with belt loop and pockets (no cargo shorts)
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Black ankle socks
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Short-sleeved striped shirt
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Long-sleeved striped shirt
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Black belt with plain silver buckle (plain belt)
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Black turf and/or grass athletic shoes
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Black hat with white piping
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Two penalty flags (black-ball flags are recommended, gold are acceptable)
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Black Fox-40 finger-grip whistle
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Lacrosse Scorecard
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Lacrosse official's timer (reference this link)
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Small, 6 ft, tape measure that fits in pocket
Optional recommended gear includes:
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Black nylon rain pants with zipper ankles (no stripes or logos)
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A black nylon jacket (see above)
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A short-sleeved mesh striped shirt (if you will work games in the summer)
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Black wicking T-shirts for under your striped shirt (long and short sleeves)
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A new officials hat (and/or a mesh hat for hot days)
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A plain black bag for your gear
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Flag & US Lacrosse Patches
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Shoe polish (to keep black shoes looking nice)
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Spare or replacement Fox-40 finger-grip whistles, a Fox-40 lanyard whistle as a backup, penalty flags, score cards, coins, tape measures, pencils, erasers, black belt, shorts, socks
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Any other items (e.g., gloves, headbands) should be black.
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Hot-Weather Options
On very hot days in non-varsity leagues, the referee may choose to have the crew officiate with solid white hats. Mesh shirts are a good option for these days.
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Uniform and Equipment Vendors
The following vendors sell lacrosse officiating gear:
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Warm weather uniform
Cold weather uniform