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Trio of G League referees get NBA games amid virus issues

A trio of G League officials — Tyler Mirkovich, Clare Aubry and Pat O’Connell — were assigned games on Friday, the NBA debuts...

More than one-third of NBA referees are in COVID-19 protocols, sources say

As the omicron variant rips through NBA players and coaches, it has reached a season-high among game officials: 36%.

FA Cup history to be made with Rebecca Welsh to referee in men’s third...

Rebecca Welch will become the first woman to referee a Men's FA Cup third round match when she oversees Birmingham City's clash with...

Referee shortage impacts youth sports

CBS Evening News detailed some reasons for shortages of officials in youth sports.

Opinion: Here’s how ‘meanness’ is causing a severe lack of referees in youth sports

The No. 1 reason for the precipitous decline in sports officials around the nation can be summarized in a single word — meanness.

Father-son referee duo cherish the chance to officiate together

The holiday season is a time to spend with loved ones, but for Joe and Mike Johnson – family time starts on the...

NHL facing shortage of game officials because of COVID-19 protocols

More than 13 NHL game officials were in COVID-19 protocols as of Tuesday night, according to reports and league sources.

Longtime referee remembered as dedicated, affable official

David Soveranez, a football and basketball official for 45 years, died Tuesday at the age of 76.

Basketball Hall of Fame announces eligible candidates for Class of 2022: Joey Crawford among...

A press conference announcing the Finalists will be held during NBA All-Star Weekend, which is scheduled for Friday, February 18th in Cleveland, Ohio.

NFL: Week 16 referee assignments

Shawn Hochuli and his crew will be in Nashville on Thursday night. Alex Kemp and Craig Wrolstad are working Christmas day. Brad Rogers...

History was made in B1G men’s basketball this week

Crystal Hogan became the first female to officiate a B1G men’s basketball regular season game. She was in Evanston Monday night.

Referee Magazine – February 2022 Preview

Features McCall ’em as He Sees ’em. NCAA Final Four stalwart Randy McCall wasted no time reaching his sport’s pinnacle. Big Stories 2021....

Full-time MLB umpire, part-time Daytona Beach Shores detective

Police work can be one close call after another but so can major league baseball. Ed Hickox does both.

As fans return to high school sports, officials say behavior has never been worse

That has come as schools across the country have reported a surge in student misbehavior, which many believe is a reflection of the...

Alan Kelly becomes PRO’s Manager of Senior Referees

Alan Kelly has joined the Professional Referee Organization’s staff as Manager of Senior Referees after retiring from officiating at the end of the...

NBA Referee Dick Bavetta Shared His Account of the Fabled Larry Bird-Julius Erving Brawl

Bavetta, who retired in 2014, shared the details of the night he personally witnessed the great Larry Bird and Julius Erving going after...

Carl Cheffers: A Family Man

To Carl Cheffers, officiating has always been a family affair. From being introduced to the avocation by his father, who had an impressive career...

Refereeing abuse at grassroots: ‘A disease ruining our game’

There are fears the treatment of officials at grassroots level could be causing some to leave the sport for good - and even...

Police: Parent assaults referee at middle school basketball game

A video that has made its way around social media shows parents taking matters into their own hands at an eighth grade basketball...

NCAA to pay officials same in both basketball tournaments

The NCAA will pay basketball officials for the women's tournament the same amount it pays the officials for the men's competition.

Is NFL’s new ‘replay assistance’ rule the impetus to fewer challenges?

The compromise of a more liberal instant replay process – bolstered by a new replay assistance rule – seems to be paying dividends.

USA Hockey Announces Creation of Special Task Force To Address Officiating Issues

A special task force to address the current state of officiating within USA Hockey has been appointed by USA Hockey President Mike Trimboli.

NHL Referee Misses First Period For COVID Test

Referee Brian Pochmara was nowhere to be found. ESPN reported that he was held out of action while awaiting the results of a...

Referees Recognized for Saving Colleague’s Life During Basketball Game

The Grants Pass School Board awarded the two men for their actions, which saved the life of another referee in the midst of...

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