Major VAR Changes for 2026 World Cup
FIFA is expanding the powers of VAR for the 2026 World Cup to include rulings on second yellow cards and corner kick decisions.
NFL & NFLRA CBA to Expire
NFL teams were informed in a memo Wednesday that the collective bargaining agreement expires at the end of May.
Captains’ Meetings That Matter
A basketball captains meeting plays a critical role in setting expectations and building respect before the game ever begins.
So much time is spent...
Surveillance Video Shows Assault on High School Official
The suspect was arrested for second-degree assault and was banned from Moanalua (HI) High School campus.
Volleyball Referee Stand Safety: Prevent Disaster With Standard Checks
Volleyball referee stand safety must be part of every prematch routine to ensure a secure officiating environment.
Referees have a tough job. They have...
Big 12 Strategic Partnership With NFL
The Big 12 Conference announced a partnership with the NFL that is designed to strengthen the entire football ecosystem.
The Art of Listening to Coaches
Successful officials are approachable and are good listeners. They recognize they have two ears and one mouth and they use them in that...
Roy Kramer, SEC Commissioner and BCS Architect, Dies at 96
Kramer served as SEC commissioner from 1990 through 2002. He was the first to imagine a conference title game & the BCS.
PSAC Hosts Inaugural Officiating Summit
An inaugural Officiating Summit brought together coaches, administrators, officials, and officiating coordinators.
Appreciating Every Game
It's easy to get caught up in chasing the next assignment, the next postseason opportunity, the next rung on the ladder. But every...
MLS Referee & Assistant Referee of the Year
Drew Fischer is the MLS Referee of the Year and Cory Richardson is the MLS Assistant Referee of the Year.
Give Yourself Some Grace
Think about how many times in your career you received real-time praise from a fan, a coach or a player. Compare that with the number of times...
North Carolina High School Officials to Receive Five-Percent Pay Increase
The NCHSAA board unanimously approved the proposal via a 19-0 vote.
NCAA Issues Public Reprimand to Coastal Carolina
The Division I Baseball Committee issued a public reprimand to Chance Miller for misconduct on June 22.
Kari Seitz Elected to National Soccer HOF
Seitz will be inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame on May 1, 2026, in Frisco, Texas.
Tournament Honoring Eric Cooper Celebrates 5th Year
The fifth annual Eric Cooper Memorial Bowling Tournament was a home run, helping Cooper’s influence live on.
2025 NCAA Field Hockey Championship Umpires
USA Field Hockey and the NCAA have selected individuals to officiate 2025 NCAA Division I, II and III Semifinals and Finals.
What the Best Officials Keep Doing
You received the plum assignment, playoff game or bowl game you’ve always wanted. If your group has a scoring system, perhaps you graded out first at your position....
The Four-Hour Audition
By Brad Tittrington
T
he odds of making it to MLB as a player are infinitesimally small — roughly 0.5% of high school players make...
8 Steps to Better Communication
When it comes to the necessities needed in becoming a successful sports official, the art of conversation might not seem to be high...
Setting the Tone
So much time is spent teaching young officials about rules knowledge, game management, proper mechanics, court coverage and the like. Heck, there are...
Maintain the Rhythm of the Game
A game is a kind of dance, with its own unique rhythm. Not completely, but they have similar elements. One team is on...
Talent Flows When Your Ego Goes
Confidence is not a suggestion when it comes to being good in this avocation. It is at the core of what it takes...
Officials for 112th Grey Cup
The Canadian Football League’s (CFL) top-rated officials during the 2025 worked 112th Grey Cup.