Referee sprayed by parent with Lysol at Colorado hockey tournament
Colorado is losing referees. From youth sports to adult leagues, the numbers for returning officials is getting smaller.
Tony Corrente turns 70, a rare milestone for an active official
In his 27th season, he is in small company of officials who were on the field into their 70s. Down judge Mike Spanier...
Elite whistle blower still eyeing Olympic record
Boris Margeta’s name is synonymous with what is right about refereeing water polo.
What’s Acceptable Contact Between Officials & Participants?
The issue of the propriety of any two human beings touching one another runs the gamut of the human condition; from liberal to conservative, man to woman, western...
USFL ANNOUNCEMENT ON 2022 SEASON REPORTEDLY COMING NEXT WEEK
Earlier this year football fans were shocked by the news that the United States Football League (USFL) would be returning in 2022.
Jim Poole, back judge in 2 Super Bowls, dies at 89
An NFL career with two Super Bowl assignments makes for an amazing résumé, but only scratches the surface of a remarkable athletic life.
Referees using online tracker to make sure they get home safely after being abused...
International soccer refs are using an online tracker to make sure they get home safely after being abused at matches.
WATCH: Neymar furiously confronts referee in Brazil’s victory over Colombia in World Cup qualifier
Neymar clashed with the referee chest to the chest after being angered by a decision made by the man in charge.
Striking Out Cancer
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orking the Little League World Series (LLWS) is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for umpires. But in 2021, with the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting the...
In honor of Veteran’s Day, UMPS CARE salutes former MILB umpire
The 12-day experience at the Wounded Warrior Umpire Academy in Charlotte “was the best 12 days of my life” according to Brandon Henson.
Surveys: Reduction in Concussions, Improvement in Mental Health of High School Athletes
In addition to reducing the risk of physical injuries in high school sports, the NFHS is also focusing on mental and emotional wellness...
NFL SVP of officiating: ‘Posturing’ prompted taunting penalty on Bears’ Cassius Marsh
Monday night's taunting flag has received further justification from the league office. NFL senior VP of officiating Perry Fewell supported the taunting foul...
Tom O’Neill’s Long Haul
It’s difficult for an official working a national championship game to avoid the spotlight. But during the opening minutes of the 1997 NCAA...
Classy gesture to retiring rugby referee Poite
Australia presented retiring referee Romain Poite with a didgeridoo after their loss to Scotland Sunday.
Tips On Staying Present
As an umpire, even we get nervous once and a while or you start to focus on a previous play. Maybe as the field umpire, your...
Referee speaks out after attack
“Verbal is one thing, but the physical attacks are just totally unacceptable.” Police Chief Rick Sheren said they received a call about the...
First female referee to lead officiating crew in varsity football game in LHSAA history
On Thursday, Nov. 4, Cotton became the first woman in LHSAA history to lead an officiating crew in a varsity football game.
No refs, no games: Can people play nice?
But there’s another issue at play that goes much deeper – loss of civility. Parents, coaches, and fans are increasingly aggressive toward officials.
Basketball Officials Quiz 2022-23
Enter your name and email to access the Referee Basketball Officials Quiz 2022-23. You will also receive an email with the downloadable PDF.
Lack of game officials affecting Georgia state playoffs
There simply aren’t enough playoff-qualified game officials for all 128 first-round state tournament games in Georgia.
NBA recommending COVID-19 booster shots to players, coaches, referees
The NBA told its players, coaches and referees that they should receive booster shots against the coronavirus.
NFLRA Recognizes Its Service Members
For Immediate Release
November 3, 2021
NFLRA RECOGNIZES ITS SERVICE MEMBERS
Active On-Field and Replay Officials Honored for Service to Country
WASHINGTON – In honor of Veterans...
Honesty Starts with Yourself
If you’re not being honest with your partners, you’re lying to yourself, too.
All too often, basketball officials attempt to leave the impression that...
Thinking Outside the Box
The NCAA Softball Rules Committee and the Playing Rules Oversight Panel recently approved a significant amount of rule changes for the upcoming 2022...
