Uniform & Equipment

UNIFORM & EQUIPMENT STANDARDS FOR OFFICIALS

As part of Ghana Badminton’s ongoing initiative to professionalize the sport, new uniform and equipment standards for officials have been introduced. These standards are effective immediately for all national and regional competitions.

Officials who do not meet the required standards will not be allowed on the court. Repeated infractions may result in suspension or loss of accreditation.

UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

All officials must wear the following while on duty:

ItemSpecification
TrousersBlack trousers (formal or tailored – not jeans, sweatpants, or leggings)
FootwearBlack shoes (non-marking soles) with black socks
Polo ShirtBlack polo shirt with Ghana Badminton logo embroidered on the chest and the word “OFFICIAL” directly beneath it

Official Polo Shirt Design:

  • Colour: Black with Ghana Badminton brand colours (Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue accents as per national flag/logo)

  • Style: Standard fit with collar

  • Logo placement: Left chest

  • Text beneath logo: OFFICIAL (in bold, contrasting colour)

A sample image of the approved polo shirt is available upon request.

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EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Every official must come to court with the following equipment:

ItemNotes
Umpire ScoresheetDownload PDF copy from Ghana Badminton website
Two PensBlue or black ink only
Coin for TossStandard Ghana cedi coin (₵1 or ₵2 recommended)
Measuring TapeMinimum 5 metres
Wristwatch with StopwatchDigital or analog with stopwatch function
ClipboardA4 size, rigid
Yellow & Red CardsOfficial BWF-style cards
Umpire Experience LogbookFor recording matches officiated

OFFICIAL EQUIPMENT PACKAGE (GHANA BADMINTON)

Ghana Badminton offers a convenient starter package for officials. All items are branded and approved for national competitions.

 
 
ItemPrice (GHS)
Wristwatch with Stopwatch120.00
Clipboard90.00
Yellow/Red Cards (set)50.00
Official Polo Uniform450.00
Umpire Experience Logbook70.00
Complete Package (all 5 items)700.00 (Save 80.00)

ℹ️ Prices are inclusive of applicable taxes but do not include shipping. Prices subject to change without notice.

Sizing Chart: Available on request (standard unisex polo sizing – US/European equivalent).


HOW TO PURCHASE

To order any of the items above, please email:

📧 technical@ghanabadminton.org

In your email, include:

  • Your full name

  • Items you wish to purchase (list each item)

  • Your preferred size (S, M, L, XL, XXL – US Men/Women equivalent)

  • Your shipping/delivery address (region and landmark)

You will receive a reply with payment instructions (mobile money or bank transfer).