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Special articles covering vital topics for association board members, officers, assigners and trainers.
6 FAQs About Bylaws
Every officials group should draft and adopt a set of bylaws to govern the association. Here is a list of frequently asked questions covering...
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...
Assigning Advice for All Levels
Mike Conlin wears a number of hats when it comes to officiating. Along with being an active official and having assigning responsibilities ranging from...
Board Must Lead From The Front
The folks who raise their hands and volunteer to serve on the board of directors for your non-profit officials association ought to be applauded....
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...
Recognize and Reject Conflicts of Interest
By most accounts, the game went off without a hitch. Hazelwood Central defeated Ladue, 69-52, in a recent Missouri State High School Activities Association...
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...
6 Assigner Do’s and Don’ts
Assigners need to maintain a professional approach when it comes to assigning games. Perception can be reality for some members. Longtime assigners will obviously...
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...
The Officiating Economy: Bull or Bear?
When financial experts think of economic indicators, they often look at variables like ongoing increases in the stock market, building permits and retail sales...
