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:
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Trousers | Black trousers (formal or tailored – not jeans, sweatpants, or leggings) |
| Footwear | Black shoes (non-marking soles) with black socks |
| Polo Shirt | Black 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.
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Every official must come to court with the following equipment:
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Umpire Scoresheet | Download PDF copy from Ghana Badminton website |
| Two Pens | Blue or black ink only |
| Coin for Toss | Standard Ghana cedi coin (₵1 or ₵2 recommended) |
| Measuring Tape | Minimum 5 metres |
| Wristwatch with Stopwatch | Digital or analog with stopwatch function |
| Clipboard | A4 size, rigid |
| Yellow & Red Cards | Official BWF-style cards |
| Umpire Experience Logbook | For 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.
| Item | Price (GHS) |
|---|---|
| Wristwatch with Stopwatch | 120.00 |
| Clipboard | 90.00 |
| Yellow/Red Cards (set) | 50.00 |
| Official Polo Uniform | 450.00 |
| Umpire Experience Logbook | 70.00 |
| 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).
