In a match, which role ensures the teams' uniforms meet eligibility standards?

• A. First Referee
• B. Assistant Coach
• C. Libero
• D. Opposing Captain

Answer: (A)

The on-court official who checks uniforms and ensures eligibility is the First Referee. This role oversees the match and handles administrative checks before play starts, including verifying jersey numbers, colors, and any libero-specific requirements. They can require adjustments if a uniform doesn’t meet the rules and can address any violations as play proceeds. The other options don’t carry the same authority: an assistant coach isn’t part of the officiating team, the libero is a player who must follow the rules but isn’t responsible for enforcing uniform standards across the team, and the opposing captain can point out issues but cannot enforce eligibility—that responsibility rests with the referees.