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Victoria University, the Susan Alberti Medical Foundation and Women Sport Australia have released a study that found out that a lot of referees and umpires just don't feel good in their uniforms.
Summary of results:
  61% of referees and umpires feel uncomfortable wearing their current uniform.
  82% would feel more confident officiating if wearing their preferred uniform.
  Nearly two-thirds of non-officials identified uniforms as a barrier to officiating.
The big takeaway? Uniforms matter more than some sports administrators realise, especially for women and non-binary folks who want to lead on the field but feel held back by what they have to wear. It's not just about looking professional; it's about feeling like yourself while doing it. That's where the Pride in Sport Index can come into play, nudging sports groups to let everyone pick uniforms that feel right for them.
Check out the study, here.
Learn more about the Pride in Sport Index, here.
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