Kentucky KHSAA Ultra Tapered Fit 4-Way Stretch Poly/Spandex Football Referee Pants
Features the embroidered KHSAA logo on the left leg. The Smitty Ultra Tapered Fit Football Referee Pants are designed for officials who prefer a modern, streamlined fit instead of the roomier cut of traditional football referee pants. The updated pattern uses a shorter rise and narrower leg measurements to create a cleaner fit through the seat, thigh, knee, and lower leg.
Constructed from 90% polyester / 10% spandex 4-way stretch fabric, these pants provide flexibility for running, positioning, and officiating mechanics without the excess fabric associated with conventional referee pants.
The defining feature is the Ultra Tapered Fit. From above the knee downward, the leg is significantly narrower than the standard cut. For example, in a size 34, the circumference is approximately 2½ inches narrower one inch below the crotch, 2 inches narrower at the knee, and 4 inches narrower at the bottom opening compared with the Smitty FBS185. Other sizes are graded accordingly.
A 1¼-inch white side stripe provides the traditional football official appearance, while inset back pockets, slash-cut front pockets, wide tunnel belt loops, and a ComfortGrip elastic waistband add practical game-day functionality.
What Makes the Ultra Tapered Fit Different?
The Ultra Tapered Fit is defined by the leg measurements, not simply a smaller version of a standard pant.
Size 34 Comparison to Smitty FBS185
| Measurement | Ultra Tapered Fit Difference |
|---|---|
| 1" Below Crotch | 2½" narrower in circumference |
| Knee Width | 2" narrower in circumference |
| Bottom Opening | 4" narrower in circumference |
This creates a noticeably sleeker silhouette from the thigh through the bottom of the pant while maintaining room where officials need it.
Key Features
- Smitty Apparel brand
- Ultra Modern Tapered Fit
- 90% polyester / 10% spandex
- 4-way stretch performance fabric
- Shorter rise for a less baggy midsection
- Narrower cut through the thigh and leg
- Significantly narrower from above the knee down
- 1¼-inch white side stripes
- Wide elastic ComfortGrip waistband
- Wide tunnel belt loops
- Heavy-duty zipper
- Secure snap closure
- Slash-cut front pockets
- Inset back pockets
- Designed specifically for football officials
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Smitty Apparel |
| Sport | Football |
| Product Type | Referee Pants |
| Fit | Ultra Tapered Fit |
| Fabric | 90% Polyester / 10% Spandex |
| Stretch | 4-Way Stretch |
| Stripe | 1¼" White Side Stripe |
| Rise | Shorter Rise |
| Leg | Narrower Tapered Cut |
| Waistband | Wide Elastic ComfortGrip |
| Belt Loops | Wide Tunnel Loops |
| Front Pockets | Slash Cut |
| Back Pockets | Inset |
| Closure | Heavy-Duty Zipper & Snaps |
| Primary Use | Football Officiating |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes these football referee pants "Ultra Tapered Fit"?
The Ultra Tapered Fit uses narrower leg measurements, particularly from above the knee through the bottom opening, combined with a shorter rise for a more streamlined fit.
How much narrower are the Ultra Tapered pants?
In a size 34 compared with the Smitty FBS185, the pants measure approximately 2½ inches narrower one inch below the crotch, 2 inches narrower at the knee, and 4 inches narrower at the bottom opening. Other sizes are graded accordingly.
What fabric are the pants made from?
They are made from 90% polyester and 10% spandex 4-way stretch fabric.
Do these pants have traditional football referee stripes?
Yes. They feature a 1¼-inch white side stripe.
Do they have belt loops?
Yes. The pants feature wide tunnel belt loops designed for an officiating belt.
What pockets are included?
The pants have slash-cut front pockets and inset back pockets for convenient storage.
What is the advantage of the shorter rise?
The shorter rise creates a less baggy appearance through the midsection while contributing to the modern, streamlined fit.
Sizes: 28-42
