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9 Steps to Put Out the Fire
There are many ways an officials association can help itself before an issue arises. It just takes a little forethought, effort and common sense.
They...
So You’ve Agreed to Be an Assigner
Now that you’ve agreed to be an assigner, what can you expect? From experience, I can tell you there’ll be high points and low...
Help Others Achieve their Goals
For many officials, getting that one championship assignment is one of the ultimate goals.
A high school official aspires to the state title game. College...
A Guide to Defending Your Officials
Every season association officers get letters, letters and more letters that may lead you to defending your officials.
“How could we have 10 fouls and...
Set and Enforce Member Standards
Setting standards for members’ behavior and enforcing those standards are among the most difficult challenges an officials association will face. It means anticipating the...
Are Your Bylaws Keeping Up With the Times?
One of the most important documents for your association is the bylaws. Bylaws are rules adopted by an association to manage its affairs and...
17,487 Officials Had Something To Say
17,487. That is the number of officials whose investment in this avocation motivated them to respond to the recent National Association of Sports Officials...
5 Key Questions to Answer in Your Bylaws
By Donald C. Collins
Association bylaws are a road map to how an association is run, and a means for setting association standards and practices....
Spell Out Your Discipline Procedures
The word “discipline” has several definitions, including the positive description of exhibiting a orderly conduct and behavior in accordance with expected standards. Additionally, it...
