State By State Independent Contractor Unemployment Resources
State by state, the impact of the recent CARES Act will affect sports officials differently. It is our ultimate goal to provide you...
Protecting Officials: Insights from NASO President Bill Topp on the Officiating Crisis
In a recent Athletic Business interview, NASO President Bill Topp addressed one of the most pressing challenges facing sports today: the officiating crisis. From...
MLS Referee Unkel Retires
Unkel had worked the MLS Cup Playoffs, the 2023 MLS All-Star Game, the 2015 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup final.
New York Coach Punches Youth Basketball Referee in Face
The coach is accused of punching a referee in the face during a game at a sports complex in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Public Officials Will Review Super Bowl Security
State, federal, and local officials will be taking a closer look at the security plan for Super Bowl LIX.
Longtime NHL Referee Hits Big Milestone
Referee Chris Rooney officiated his 1,500th NHL game between the Boston Bruins and the Edmonton Oilers at TD Garden.
Referee Who Collapsed During Wichita Basketball Game Dies
Thompson had surgery the following day before dying on Dec. 26. An obituary online said Thompson was 59 years old.
Boris Cheek Ties the NFL Record for Most Games Officiated
Boris Cheek worked his 460th game last Sunday, which tied him with former referee Walt Coleman for the most games worked.
Go Bowling Military Bowl Brawl
Football official bloodied after mass brawl between ECU, NC State.
MLB, Umpires Agree on New 5-year Collective Bargaining Agreement
The previous contract between the league and umpires ran out after the 2024 season, and the sides have been negotiating this winter.
Remembering Jim Tunney & Al Jury
Jim Tunney and Al Jury were legends in the world of NFL officiating.
From A to Zebra: Bill Topp
NASO President Bill Topp joined From A to Zebra podcast to discuss the world of officiating.
Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla Fined $35K for Comments Toward Ref
The NBA fined the coach $35,000 "for aggressively pursuing and directing inappropriate language toward a game official".
Arrest Made in Attack on Middle School Official
He was booked on assault, disorderly conduct and two counts of harassment in the first degree.
Longtime NFL Referee Jim Tunney Dies at 95
Jim Tunney, who spent three decades as an NFL official, has died at the age of 95.
NBA Shares Horrifying Message Sent To Referee’s Family Member
NBA Referees: "No one should ever have to read a message like this."
Man Caught on Video Attacking Softball Umpire Receives Sentence
Gregory Roudabush, charged with assault and disorderly conduct, pleaded guilty in October for attacking an umpire.
Sydney Harris Becomes First Female ECHL Referee
In addition to playing success, Harris was named to as an AHCA All-American Scholar.
NFL to Consider Replay Assist for Face Mask Penalties, Other Plays
"When we see it, because I see it like yourselves and the fans, I have an opportunity to see it from a different...
Indy Man Tased, Arrested After Fighting with Referee
Brandon D. Austin, was arrested and charged with intimidation, disorderly conduct and resisting law enforcement.
NCAA Talks Expanding Hoops Tourney to 72 or 76
NCAA president Charlie Baker is "bullish" on the prospect of the NCAA basketball tournaments expanding.
Female Officials Share NFL Sideline for First Time
Robin DeLorenzo and Karina Tovar, a sideline tandem at the Meadowlands.
Quebec Hockey Referees Speak Out About Violence
Hockey can be a violent sport but it’s not only the players receiving the blows.
D2 CCA Announces 2024 DII Excellence in Officiating Award
The D2 CCA has announced the inaugural recipients of the 2024 Excellence in Officiating Awards.