Built for the demands of college football officiating, the Smitty NCAA CFO® Dye-Sublimated Short Sleeve Football Referee Shirt delivers the official 2-inch black-and-white stripe appearance with NCAA CFO® details integrated directly into the garment. Made in the USA from 100% Performance Management Mesh, this short-sleeve referee shirt provides breathable construction for officials working through warm-weather games while maintaining a sharp, professional appearance.

The dye-sublimation process puts the CFO® identification, position lettering and USA flag directly into the fabric rather than relying on separately attached patches. The result is a clean finish designed to withstand repeated laundering throughout the football season.

Key Features

• Smitty NCAA CFO® football referee shirt
• Short sleeve design for warm-weather and early-season games
• 2-inch black and white referee stripes
• 100% Performance Management Mesh fabric
• Made in the USA
• CFO® logo dye-sublimated directly onto the left sleeve
• White-border USA flag centered above the front pocket
• Position letter on the back of the shirt and front pocket
• Dye-sublimated graphics eliminate separately sewn-on logo patches
• Self-fabric Byron collar with tailored edge stitching
• Rib-knit sleeve ends
• Double-stitched front chest pocket
• Extra tuck-in length with split-tail bottom
• Designed for college football officiating
• Available in sizes SM–4X

Why Choose the NCAA CFO® Dye-Sublimated Referee Shirt?

Official CFO® Design Details

This shirt is built around the recognizable NCAA college football officiating appearance. It features the 2-inch black-and-white stripe pattern, CFO® sleeve identification, centered USA flag and position lettering on both the front pocket and back of the shirt.

Dye-Sublimated Graphics

Rather than adding conventional embroidered or sewn-on patches, the graphics are incorporated directly into the fabric through dye sublimation. This creates a smooth, integrated appearance and eliminates the bulk associated with additional patch backing and heavy stitching.

The dye-sublimated graphics are also designed to maintain their appearance through repeated washing without the peeling associated with some applied graphics.

Performance Management Mesh

The 100% Performance Management Mesh construction is designed to provide airflow and comfort during active officiating. It is particularly well suited for warmer football conditions when officials need a shirt that feels lighter and more breathable on the field.

Purpose-Built Pocket and Position Markings

The front chest pocket is double stitched for durability and incorporates the position identification. The matching position letter on the back makes the official's position easy to identify from both sides of the field.

Extended Tuck-In Length

An extra-length split-tail bottom helps keep the shirt tucked into the referee pants during running, positioning and other on-field movement. This gives the uniform a cleaner appearance throughout the game.

Made in the USA

This NCAA CFO® short sleeve referee shirt is manufactured in the United States by Smitty Apparel. The dye-sublimation process is part of the garment construction, allowing the CFO® and position graphics to be integrated into the shirt rather than added as conventional patches.

Product Specifications

NCAA CFO® Football Referee Shirt Position Options

The shirt is designed around college football officiating position identification. Select the appropriate position/placket option and shirt size when ordering, according to your officiating assignment and uniform requirements.

Complete Your College Football Official Uniform

Pair the NCAA CFO® Dye-Sublimated Short Sleeve Shirt with:

• Black college football referee pants
• Black officiating belt
• Black football officiating shoes
• Football penalty flag
• Whistle and lanyard
• Timing watch or stopwatch
• Other conference-required officiating accessories

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CFO® mean on a football referee shirt?

CFO® stands for College Football Officiating, the officiating organization associated with NCAA football officials. CFO® identification is incorporated into this Smitty referee shirt.

Is this an NCAA football referee shirt?

Yes. This is a CFO®-branded college football referee shirt designed for NCAA football officiating. Always confirm your conference or officiating association's current uniform requirements before ordering.

What are the stripes on this shirt?

The shirt features the traditional 2-inch black-and-white football referee stripes used for college football officiating.

Is the CFO® logo embroidered?

No. The CFO® logo is dye sublimated directly into the fabric. The USA flag and position identification are also integrated into the garment rather than applied as conventional embroidered patches.

What material is the shirt made from?

The standard NCAA CFO® short sleeve model is made from 100% Performance Management Mesh, designed to provide breathable performance for active officiating.

Does the shirt have a pocket?

Yes. It features a front chest pocket with double stitching for durability and position identification.

Does the shirt stay tucked in?

The shirt features an extra tuck-in length and split-tail bottom, helping maintain a neat uniform appearance during game movement.

Is this the Body Flex version?

No. This listing is for the standard Performance Management Mesh NCAA CFO® short sleeve shirt. Smitty also offers a separate NCAA CFO® Body Flex model with a poly/spandex stretch construction.

Where is the shirt made?

The shirt is Made in the USA by Smitty Apparel.