Iowa IHSAA 2¼-Inch Stripe Dye-Sublimated Short Sleeve Football Referee Shirt
Iowa IHSAA Football Referee Shirt with Permanent Dye-Sublimated Design
Built specifically for Iowa football officiating, the Iowa IHSAA 2¼-Inch Stripe Dye-Sublimated Short Sleeve Football Referee Shirt combines the traditional 2¼-inch referee stripe with Smitty's lightweight performance construction. The shirt features the IHSAA logo on the left chest and USA flag on the left sleeve, matching the association's established football officiating specifications.
The standout feature is the dye-sublimated construction. Rather than adding heavy sewn-on stripe panels, the design is integrated into the fabric for a smooth, lightweight finish. Smitty currently lists its 2¼-inch dye-sublimated short-sleeve referee shirt in both Mesh and Body Flex materials.
The Iowa-specific version is made in the USA and uses 100% performance mesh fabric, with the IHSAA logo positioned on the left chest and the USA flag on the left sleeve.
Iowa IHSAA regulations permit officials to wear either the current 1-inch or 2¼-inch stripe football shirt, with all members of a varsity crew required to wear the same stripe size and shirt style.
Key Features
- Official Iowa IHSAA football referee shirt
- 2¼-inch black-and-white stripes
- Fully dye-sublimated referee design
- IHSAA logo on left chest
- USA flag on left sleeve
- 100% performance mesh fabric
- Short-sleeve construction
- Lightweight performance design
- Moisture-management fabric
- Athletic officials fit
- Professional referee styling
- Made in the USA
- Designed for Iowa football officiating
Why Choose the Dye-Sublimated Version?
The major difference is how the stripe pattern and graphics are incorporated into the garment.
Dye sublimation permanently integrates the design into the fabric, eliminating the raised feel of sewn-on stripe panels. This creates a smooth shirt surface and keeps the garment lightweight. Smitty's current 2¼-inch short-sleeve referee shirt is specifically offered as a dye-sublimated model.
Dye-Sublimated Construction
- Black-and-white stripes integrated into the fabric
- Smooth surface without bulky sewn stripe panels
- Lightweight performance construction
- Graphics designed to remain part of the garment
- Professional appearance after repeated wear
Iowa IHSAA-Specific Details
2¼-Inch Stripe
Iowa IHSAA permits the current 2¼-inch football officials' shirt, making this model an appropriate option for crews using that stripe width. Varsity crews are required to match their stripe size and shirt style.
IHSAA Logo
The Iowa-specific version places the IHSAA emblem on the left chest. The IHSAA manual states that football playoff and tournament officials are required to wear the IHSAA State of Iowa emblem on the left chest, while regular-season officials are encouraged to purchase shirts with the emblem already included.
American Flag
The shirt includes the USA flag on the left sleeve, consistent with the IHSAA's placement guidance for the American flag emblem.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Smitty Apparel |
| Sport | Football |
| Association | Iowa IHSAA |
| Product Type | Football Referee Shirt |
| Sleeve | Short Sleeve |
| Stripe Width | 2¼ Inches |
| Stripe Colors | Black / White |
| Construction | Dye Sublimated |
| Fabric | 100% Performance Mesh |
| IHSAA Logo | Left Chest |
| USA Flag | Left Sleeve |
| Fit | Men's Athletic Officials Fit |
| Fabric Performance | Lightweight / Moisture Management |
| Country of Manufacture | Made in USA |
| Sizes | SM-4X |
| Intended Use | Iowa Football Officiating |
*Available sizes can vary by current inventory.
The Iowa-specific Smitty model currently listed as USA137-607IA is described as Made in USA, 2¼-inch black-and-white stripe, 100% performance mesh, with the IHSAA logo on the left chest and USA flag on the left sleeve.
Ideal For
- Iowa IHSAA football officials
- Varsity football crews
- Junior varsity officials
- Freshman football officials
- High school football referees
- Iowa football playoff officials
- Football tournament assignments
- Officials who prefer 2¼-inch stripes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an official Iowa IHSAA football referee shirt?
It is an Iowa-specific Smitty football referee shirt featuring the IHSAA logo and the 2¼-inch stripe configuration permitted by IHSAA football uniform requirements.
What stripe width does this shirt have?
This model uses 2¼-inch black-and-white stripes.
Is the shirt dye sublimated?
Yes. The referee design is dye sublimated, creating a smooth integrated appearance rather than using traditional sewn stripe panels. Smitty identifies its 2¼-inch short-sleeve referee shirt as a dye-sublimated model.
Where is the IHSAA logo located?
The IHSAA logo is positioned on the left chest.
Where is the USA flag located?
The Iowa-specific version has the USA flag on the left sleeve. IHSAA's uniform guidance specifies left-sleeve placement for the American flag emblem.
What fabric is used?
The Iowa version is made with 100% performance mesh fabric.
Is this shirt made in the USA?
Yes. The Iowa-specific Smitty listing identifies this model as Made in USA.
Can IHSAA football officials wear a 2¼-inch stripe shirt?
Yes. IHSAA's published uniform requirements permit the current 1-inch or 2¼-inch stripe football officials' shirt. Varsity crew members must wear the same stripe size and shirt style.
