It’s 13/13 in the fifth set of 4A Boys Provincials. The teams have just finished a timeout. The crowd is deafening, cheering for their team as they return to the court. The players resume their positions; the server has the ball. You take a subtle deep breath to calm your racing heart, your fingers tingling from the adrenaline. You prefer the plastic on your whistle for moments like this when you absentmindedly press your teeth in. You blow your whistle loud and clear. The battle resumes. Green Whistle = Youth Referee Blue Whistle = New (Adult) Referee

You just left Rally Pointe 10 hours after arriving where you watched your kid play their first invitational of the season at a U14 Girls tournament. This is her second year playing club. Most of the other parents there were first-timers. They were complaining about how their ears were ringing stepping out of the gym, as the shrieking of teenage excitement had been relentless.  Not you! You wore noise-cancelling headphones all day. Not only did it protect you from the shrieking, but you conveniently didn’t hear half the gossip from the peanut gallery around you. Not a bad combo! 

As a coach, you know that the height of a player's hands against the net is inaccurate, yet it’s the only real way your team can measure the height of the net without the referees’ net chain at an away tournament. No longer! Now you have your own.

You step onto the court, and you know your set-up process well. It’s slick, and you could do it in your sleep…except for that dang net chain. It takes 2.35 minutes to untangle it every single time. The audacity! No longer! All UCVA net chains come with a spool to keep that mess detangled, and a sticker for quick reference of the proper height. Do you have a net chain already? No problem! You can buy the spool separately and achieve the same detangled freedom. Every spool comes with a bag for storage.  

Because life is too short to pump a ball with your bare hands.

If you prefer to pump a ball with your bare hands, you can’t go wrong with this option.

The warmups are underway and you've retrieved the game ball for the first match of the day. A quick squeeze tells you it's not quite right - too flat, too firm, or just maybe...perfect? You don't guess, you check. With the Manual Ball Pressure Gauge in hand, you know the exact pressure every time. Because when the game's on the line, precision matters. P.S. Please refer to the song “Under Pressure” by Queen.

It’s the end of the tournament. You are feeling tired but satisfied…until you collect your sanction cards to pack them up in your UCVA Equipment Pouch. They are beginning to look a little ragged and worn. Is that a tear at the corner of your yellow card? Looks like it’s time for a new set. Thankfully, you can order them all together…and save a little too.  The purchase of this unit will include a Red & Yellow pocket set PLUS the pocket green card. *The card sizing makes them ideal to put in your pocket. The green card is the...

Grandma has excitedly come to watch her grandson play in the first pool crossover game of Nationals. She’s in the back of the stands to give her back some support, and she’s a little hard of hearing. Despite this, she notices the coach of the other team get more and more animated throughout the match. She sees the score turn 24-22 for her grandson’s team in the second set, now match point, and she sees the coach of the other team decide to throw his clipboard against his own chair. Distressed at the sight of this, Grandma gasps. In her...

You are reffing two friendly rivals in a Sr. Boys High School Semi-Finals. These teams are battling! It’s a game of power hitters vs. middle blockers. A perfect set goes up, and #17 takes a swing, but it’s out. Now, it’s 22/22 in the second set. Instantly, #17 and his whole team start yelling, “Touch! Touch!” Linesman 1? Nothing. Linesman 2? Clueless. Ugh! You’re about to plead the fifth and award the point when…#2 middle on the blocking side admits a touch. Phew! You then award side. The purpose of UCVA’s green card is for #2. You pull out the card...

The two teenage boys that have been presented to you as line judges for the match look a little lackluster in their enthusiasm to be there. You know how to get their attention, though, even if it’s only for a minute. As you’re showing the expected signals, you go out of your way to snap your flag loud enough that your ears hurt a tad. Clearly, these boys have not used proper flags for a game before, for their eyes widen, grins emerge, and they proceed to spend the remaining warm-up time practicing said ‘snap’.

Incompetent and crooked antennas are a particular pet peeve of yours. Neither team has a med kit. Not to worry. What the antenna lacks in Velcro, you make up for in preparedness. You grab your own sports tape roll and tame that floppy excuse so fast it doesn’t even know what hit it. Ankles aren’t the only use case for tape, and you know it.  1.5"x15 yards

Your whistle? Essential. Your judgment calls? They stand the test of time and experience. Your net chain? A work of art. Why settle for a boring measuring tool when you can add a touch of vintage mystery to your ref kit? Each handcrafted net chain is decked out with unique antique keys—no two are alike, just like no two matches. And with its own net chain spool, it’s always game-time ready, and no detangling necessary. Measure with precision, rule with confidence, and look good doing it.

Volleyball may not run on steam power, but precision still keeps it turning. Enter the Steampunk Charm Net Chain—a handcrafted masterpiece featuring an array of intricate gear charms, each as unique as the matches you officiate. Who says measuring net height has to be boring? With this stylish, functional tool (conveniently wrapped on its own spool), you’ll be setting the standard with mechanical flair.

Nature may not follow the rulebook, but you do—and now, you can measure net height with a touch of outdoor charm. This handcrafted net chain features different coloured leaves at each measurement height, blending precision with a dash of style. Whether you’re reffing in the dead of winter or the height of summer, this chain keeps things fresh, vibrant, and—most importantly—accurate. Comes neatly spooled, so you’re always ready to ‘leaf’ no doubt about the net height.

Precision. Authority. Style. Every great referee needs them, and now, your net chain does too. The 007 Charm Net Chain is as bold as your calls, featuring a mix of masculine charms—including a fossilized shark tooth, ethically sourced from the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Paired with a rugged wheel and other distinctive accents, this handcrafted chain proves that measuring net height doesn’t have to be boring. Wrapped on its own spool, it’s always ready for action—just like you. NOTE: $2 from every 007 Charm Net Chain purchased will be donated by UCVA to help The Ocean Cleanup Project. HELP CLEAN UPOCEAN PLASTIC...

Every good match is like the ocean—fast, powerful, and always shifting. With the Ocean Charm Net Chain, you bring a touch of the deep to every match. Adorned with marine life charms, this handcrafted chain is as unique as the waves, reminding you that even in the heat of competition, precision is key. Whether you’re officiating a high-level tournament or an entry-level U12-U14 game, this net chain—neatly spooled and always ready—helps you measure up, no matter the tide. NOTE: $2 from every Ocean Charm Net Chain purchased will be donated by UCVA to help The Ocean Cleanup Project. HELP CLEAN UPOCEAN PLASTIC...

Well done! You got your badge! Buuuut…how are you supposed to put it on? Problem solved. NOTE: If you have registered as a UCVA referee, a magnet is included in the purchase of a badge. This is simply available for other badges you wish to add this to or as a spare just in case...because, you know, life happens.

Bob shows up for his second tournament as a new referee. He has most of the equipment he needs…except for a watch. He forgot to run to the store to grab one since getting certified two weeks ago. He’s forced to use his phone to time warmups. He glances over to see his second referee give him a look as she uses her watch to time warmups instead. Don’t be like Bob.