Iowa IHSAA 2¼-Inch Stripe Body Flex® Dye-Sublimated Short Sleeve Football Referee Shirt

Iowa IHSAA Football Officiating with Smitty Body Flex® Performance

Designed specifically for Iowa football officials, the Iowa IHSAA 2¼" Stripe Body Flex® Dye-Sublimated Short Sleeve Football Referee Shirt combines the traditional black-and-white referee appearance with Smitty's more advanced Body Flex® performance fabric.

The key difference is the fabric. Body Flex® uses a poly/Lycra blend with 4-way stretch, giving the shirt considerably more flexibility than a conventional referee mesh. The smooth birds-eye construction provides airflow while the stretch fabric moves with the official during running, signaling, positioning, and other on-field movements.

The Iowa-specific design features a dye-sublimated IHSAA logo centered above the pocket and a gold-border USA flag on the left sleeve. The 2¼-inch black-and-white stripes are also dye sublimated into the garment, creating a smooth, lightweight construction rather than adding separate heavy stripe panels.

IHSAA permits football crews to wear either the current 1-inch or 2¼-inch stripe shirt. All members of a varsity crew must wear the same stripe size and shirt style, making crew coordination important when selecting uniforms.

Why Body Flex® Is Different

4-Way Stretch

Body Flex® incorporates Lycra into the fabric to provide 4-way stretch, allowing the shirt to move with the official rather than restricting movement during active plays.

Birds-Eye Performance Fabric

The Body Flex® material uses a poly/Lycra blended birds-eye construction. Smitty describes the fabric as having a smooth surface while maintaining airflow and moisture-wicking performance.

Moisture Management

The fabric is designed to move moisture away from the skin toward the outer surface of the garment, helping manage perspiration during demanding games and warm-weather assignments.

Smooth Dye-Sublimated Design

The referee stripes and Iowa-specific graphics are integrated into the shirt through dye sublimation. This eliminates the bulk associated with sewn-on stripe panels and creates a smooth finished surface. Smitty states that its dye-sublimated designs are engineered so logos, stripes, and details do not peel, crack, or fade.

Iowa IHSAA-Specific Details

2¼-Inch Referee Stripes

This shirt uses the 2¼-inch black-and-white stripe configuration. IHSAA currently permits 1-inch or 2¼-inch football referee shirts, with varsity crews required to match stripe size and shirt style.

IHSAA Logo

The IHSAA State of Iowa emblem is dye sublimated on the left chest above the pocket. IHSAA requires its emblem on the left chest for football playoff and tournament officials and encourages regular-season officials to purchase shirts with the emblem already included.

Gold-Border USA Flag

The shirt includes a gold-border American flag on the left sleeve, matching the IHSAA guidance for its standard red, white, and blue flag with gold trim.

Made in USA

The Smitty Iowa model is manufactured in the United States.

Product Features

• Iowa IHSAA football referee shirt
• 2¼-inch black-and-white stripes
• Body Flex® 4-way stretch fabric
• Dye-sublimated referee design
• Dye-sublimated IHSAA logo
• IHSAA logo centered above chest pocket
• Gold-border USA flag on left sleeve
• 92% Micro-Poly / 8% Spandex fabric
• Moisture-wicking performance
• Smooth birds-eye fabric construction
• Self-hem sleeves
• Self-fabric Byron collar
• Extended tail for a cleaner tucked-in appearance
• Made in USA
• Short-sleeve design

Product Specifications

Specifications are based on the current product listing and manufacturer information.

Sizing Information

The current Iowa model is offered in Small through 4XL.

Because the Body Flex® fabric has substantial stretch, it provides a more flexible fit than traditional non-stretch referee shirts. One current retailer specifically notes that this model runs small and recommends going up one size when between sizes.

Ideal For

• Iowa IHSAA football officials
• Varsity football crews
• Junior varsity officials
• Freshman football officials
• High school football referees
• Iowa playoff officials
• IHSAA tournament officials
• Officials who prefer stretch-performance uniforms

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Body Flex® version different from the standard dye-sublimated shirt?

The Body Flex® version uses a 92% Micro-Poly / 8% Spandex blend with 4-way stretch, while Smitty also offers its dye-sublimated football shirts in standard mesh. Body Flex® is the better choice for officials who prioritize stretch and unrestricted movement.

Is the Iowa IHSAA logo embroidered?

No. On this particular model, the IHSAA logo is dye sublimated onto the left chest. The USA flag on the left sleeve is also incorporated into the shirt design rather than being a separate embroidered patch.

What stripe size does this shirt have?

It has 2¼-inch black-and-white stripes.

Can IHSAA football officials wear 2¼-inch stripes?

Yes. IHSAA permits the current 1-inch or 2¼-inch football officials' shirt. Varsity crew members must wear the same stripe size and shirt style.

Where is the IHSAA logo located?

The IHSAA logo is centered above the chest pocket on the left chest.

Where is the American flag located?

The gold-border USA flag is on the left sleeve. IHSAA's uniform guidance specifies left-sleeve placement approximately two inches below the shoulder seam.

What sizes are available?

The current product listing offers Small through 4XL.

Is this shirt made in the USA?

Yes. The Iowa-specific Smitty Body Flex® model is listed as Made in USA.

Is Body Flex® breathable?

Yes. Smitty describes the Body Flex® birds-eye fabric as allowing air circulation while providing moisture-wicking performance.