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The center of the officiating universe will be Atlanta July 28-30, 2024. Register now!

NFL Hires New Officials, Walt Anderson in a New Role

The National Football League is pleased to announce the addition of five new officials to its roster for the 2024 season.

36 officials for 2024 NBA Playoffs

The officials on the playoff roster average 16.2 years of NBA experience, with 28 having 10 or more years.
Softball 2024 – Umpires Manual

MSHSL: 2024 Officials Distinguished Service Awards

The Minnesota State High School League annually recognizes contest officials who show commitment and excellence.

Obituary: Rogers Redding

Longtime SEC football referee, and later national coordinator of football officials, Rogers Redding has died at age 81.

Men’s basketball officiating consortium taps John Higgins

The Big Sky, Big West, Western Athletic, and WCC will join the Big 12 and Missouri Valley men’s basketball officiating consortium.

NFHS: Flag Football Expanding Nationwide

As a result of this recent growth, the NFHS has been asked to consider publishing national playing rules for flag football.
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Bob Delaney: Hiding In Plain Sight

Retired NBA referee and former undercover New Jersey state trooper Bob Delaney talks with Nick Nanton about his incredible careers.

11 ejections occur after collision at plate

After a tag out at home, both benches clear resulting in 11 ejections.

Three American Referees Selected for 2024 Paris Olympics Soccer

Tori Penso, Brooke Mayo and Kathryn Nesbitt have been appointed as match officials for Paris 2024.

Umps honor ‘deeply missed’ coworker with patch

Umpires will be wearing "JP" patches on their hats, paying tribute to the impact of Jay Pierce on the profession.
Baseball 2024 – S&I

Pernetti Named Commissioner of the American Athletic Conference

Tim Pernetti has been named the second commissioner of the American Athletic Conference. His tenure will begin in June.

Officials for 2024 Women’s Final Four

The NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Committee has approved the 11 game officials recommended by Penny Davis.

Game officials for 2024 men’s Final Four

NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Committee has approved the 11 game officials recommended by Chris Rastatter.

2024 MiLB Rules: New Triple-A Strike Zone, Pitch Clock Tweaks

The ABS system experiments will continue in Triple-A and in nine of the 10 parks in the Florida State League.
Baseball 2024 – S&I

Draymond Green says he ‘deserved to be kicked out’

It was Green's career-high fourth ejection of the season -- and his second in the first quarter.

MEC Selects Tony Chiazza as Men’s Basketball Supervisor of Officials

“In Tony Chiazza, we are tremendously fortunate to attract a top NCAA Division I men’s basketball official to serve...”

MLS referee lockout officially ends

League agrees to seven-year CBA with PRO and PRSA, lasting through 2030.

Sarah Thomas to Receive Inspire Award

The award will be presented in Atlanta on Tue, July 30, during the Celebrate Officiating Gala, sponsored by Fox 40 International.
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Ernie Yarbrough to Receive Mel Narol Medallion

The award will be presented in Atlanta on Tue, July 30, during the Celebrate Officiating Gala, sponsored by Fox 40 International.

2024 Gold Whistle Award: Ted Barrett

Ted Barrett has been selected as the 2024 recipient of officiating's highest honor.

NFL owners pass new hybrid kickoff rule

Owners approved the hybrid kickoff rule during the Annual League Meeting. The vote passed 29-3.

Retired MLB umpire hosts workshop for teens

Greg Gibson says, "Officiating teaches you conflict management."

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