14 High School Leaders to Receive 2025 NFHS Citations
Citations will be presented July 1 at the annual NFHS Summer Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.
Longtime Minnesota Hockey Referee Trains Next Generation
Having a seasoned official mentor young officials is one of the best ways to improve retention.
Conference Championship Referees
Shawn Hochuli and Clete Blakeman to referee the Conference Championship games on Sunday.
High School Sports Fans: Simmer Down or Sit Down
NFHS Voice from Chief Executive Officer Dr. Karissa Niehoff.
NASO Supports Legislative Efforts in Maryland
A summary of the bill is as follows: Prohibiting a person from intentionally causing injury...official, umpire, referee, or judge.
U.S. Soccer ADAPT and THRIVE Award: Margaret Domka
Former FIFA Referee shifted focus to adaptive sport and is making an impact in disability soccer.
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...
Karen Swanner Joins WPSL as Director of Match Officials
Swanner succeeds Dave Simmons, who directed the WPSL’s referees since the league’s inception in 1998.
Pickleball’s Meteoric Rise and the Call for More Referees
What happens when you mix the best parts of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong? You get pickleball—America’s fastest-growing sport that’s turning parks, gyms, and...
First NMAA Game Officiated by Three Deaf Officials
The three-person officiating crew comprised of all deaf or hard of hearing officials John Hooper, Robert Huizar, and Ronnie Milliorn.
‘It’s Been a Journey’: Basketball Referee Celebrates 52 Seasons
“I like the intensity, the atmosphere,” Wilson said. “I just enjoy doing it.”
Martin, Torbert, Smith, and Cheffers NFL Divisional Referees
One complete crew and five alternate officials are assigned to each game. See the assignments here.
MSHSAA Boys Basketball’s All-Female Officiating Crew
Laura Hagood, Heather Davis, and Julie Rushing were the second-ever all-female crew at a MSHSAA boys basketball game.
Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards Fined $50K for Obscene Gestures
The Minnesota Timberwolves star was fined $50,000 for making obscene gestures toward a game official.
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.