Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Referee and Umpire Equipment
Referee's Call has been dedicated to serving the officiating community since 1992. Our team comprises experienced sports officials who understand the unique needs of high school and college referees through firsthand field experience. With nearly 70 years of combined officiating expertise, we prioritize customer satisfaction while maintaining competitive pricing. Our commitment extends beyond standard offerings, as we actively seek new product lines to meet evolving industry demands. Owner Charley Poole, with over 40 years in football, basketball, and softball officiating, ensures every customer receives personalized attention.Tom Wright, our senior advisor with 35 years in baseball and football, provides specialized guidance for complex equipment requirements. We guarantee product satisfaction and offer direct factory shipping for hard-to-find items. Our Oklahoma City store operates with transparent business practices and flexible service hours. The company maintains strong relationships with manufacturers to deliver specialized equipment solutions. Our approach combines operational experience with customer-centric service to support officials at all career stages.
Services
Umpire Equipment
Referee Apparel
Sports Whistles
Compression Gear
Indicator Devices
Leg Protection
Footwear
Shirts
Accessories
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- Experienced staff with 70+ combined years of officiating expertise
- Direct factory shipping for specialized equipment requests
- Owner personally guarantees product satisfaction and service quality
- Specialized product selection for high school and college officials
- Competitive pricing with personalized equipment consultations
Services
Umpire Equipment
Comprehensive selection of official baseball umpiring equipment including leg guards, indicators, and protective gear. Our inventory features multiple quality options from trusted manufacturers. Staff with field experience help officials choose appropriate gear for different playing levels.
Referee Apparel
Specialized officiating apparel including short sleeve and long sleeve umpire shirts. Available in various styles and sizes to meet professional requirements. All garments meet official dress code standards for competitive play environments.
Indicator Devices
Complete range of official indicators with 3-dial and 4-dial configurations. Options include plastic, metal, and stainless steel models with inning tracking capabilities. Durable construction designed for frequent game use across multiple sports.
Compression Gear
Performance compression shorts available in ankle and knee length varieties. Designed to enhance mobility while providing muscle support during officiating activities. Made from moisture-wicking materials for extended wear comfort.
Sports Whistles
Professional-grade whistles including Fox-40 Sonic models and classic breakaway lanyard versions. Clear sound projection for effective game control in various sports environments. Durable designs withstand regular field use.
People
Charley Poole
Owner
Owner with 40+ years officiating football, basketball, and softball. Prioritizes customer satisfaction and product quality. Provides expert equipment guidance based on extensive field experience.
Tom Wright
Senior Advisor
35-year baseball and football officiating veteran. Former Big 8 conference staff member. Offers specialized equipment knowledge for field officials at all competition levels.
Questions
Do you carry specialized officiating equipment not shown online?
Yes, we can special order most items and arrange direct factory shipping for specialized equipment needs.
What is your return policy for equipment purchases?
We guarantee product satisfaction. Most items can be returned or exchanged for store credit if not meeting expectations.
Are your staff members experienced sports officials?
Yes, all senior staff have active officiating experience across multiple sports at competitive levels.
Do you offer bulk order pricing for officiating associations?
We provide customized pricing options for group purchases. Contact us directly for association discount programs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, checks, and institutional purchase orders. Payment options available at checkout.
