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Referee Magazine – November 2022 Preview
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The Chickasaw Way. With a work ethic passed down from his ancestors, Mike Weatherford has earned everything he has achieved.
The Squawk Box....
Referee Magazine – February 2018 Preview
Referee Magazine - February 2018 Highlights
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Biggest Stories 2017. The stories that mattered in 2017.
World Wide Webb. Howard Webb has participated in some...
Referee Magazine – May 2019 Preview
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Major Miner. From the dragstrip to the diamond and everywhere else, Jay Miner has lived his life with the pedal to the metal.
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Referee Magazine – February 2021 Preview
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80/20 Vision. Sure, basketball is important to NCAA men’s referee Keith Kimble. But that’s only 20 percent.
Head Start. How to develop the...
Referee Magazine – November 2019 Preview
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‘Reggie the Ref.’ Clever nickname, right? That’s what they call Reggie Smith, highly respected Big 12 Conference referee.
Welcome. Initially engaging new officials...
Referee Magazine – June 2021 Preview
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They’re Out. All minor league umpires dream of making the big leagues. Unfortunately for most, that dream will never come true.
All the...
Referee Magazine – July 2017 Preview
Referee Magazine - July 2017 Highlights
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Our Guide for High School Replay. If replay is coming to the lower levels, here's how to do it...
Referee Magazine – April 2019 Preview
Referee Magazine - April 2019 Highlights
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Employee or Independent Contractor? A Pennsylvania case involving lacrosse officials may impact sports officials nationwide.
Stop! Oklahoma soccer...
Referee Magazine – October 2022 Preview
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Sky Walker. Jabir Walker’s life has taken off, as a skilled teacher, a proud father and husband, a successful NFL official and a...
Referee Magazine – March 2019 Preview
Referee Magazine - March 2019 Highlights
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Forged by Fire. Lisa Jones’ positive view continues to be forged through firefighting and basketball.
I’ll Never Forget....
Referee Magazine – May 2017 Preview
Referee Magazine - May 2017 Highlights
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Marc of Distinction. Meet Marc Ratner — the respect he has earned for his work in boxing and MMA...
Referee Magazine – August 2020 Preview
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NASO at 40. NASO has long stood as the leading advocate for sports officials and the officiating community.
Virtually Overnight. COVID-19 forced officials...
Referee Magazine – April 2020 Preview
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Clued In. When it comes to officiating and crossword puzzles, Big Ten referee Dan Capron checks all the boxes.
You Are There: The...
Referee Magazine – August 2022 Preview
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Referee Abroad. A program giving soccer referees priceless experiences.
Get Your Mind Right. Top-tier mental performance is achievable if you put your mind...
Referee Magazine – November 2021 Preview
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Family Matters. Carl Cheffers’ dad helped fuel his passion for officiating. Now he’s passing it on to his son.
Back on Track. Moving...
Sirmons on the Mount
By Michael Clark
Published in Referee Magazine, April 2025
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sk any aspiring NCAA basketball official what the greatest assignment could be and 100% of them will...
Referee Magazine – May 2018 Preview
Referee Magazine - May 2018 Highlights
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Heavy Lifting. Mike Defee’s imposing muscles make him physically impressive, but it’s his leadership and mastery of details...
Referee Magazine – October 2021 Preview
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Feats of Clay. Whether battling COVID or opposing basketball teams, NFL referee Clay Martin comes out on top.
Attention Pleas. How to make...
Referee Magazine – April 2018 Preview
Referee Magazine - April 2018 Highlights
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Crisis. In these contentious times, how do officials handle difficult situations?
‘I’m Still Here.’ Unthinkable tragedy struck his...
Referee Magazine – February 2019 Preview
Referee Magazine - February 2019 Highlights
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Lacrosse Saved My Life. Official Gordon Corsetti shares his story of friendship and survival.
En-Lightning Rules. The NFHS...
Referee Magazine – June 2022 Preview
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He Rings True. A job well done — not accolades — is what drives NCAA umpire Perry Costello.
An Open Letter to Parents...
Referee Magazine – January 2022 Preview
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Net Positive. Devonie McLarty has not let personal hardships derail her journey to becoming one of the top volleyball officials in the country.
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Referee Magazine – August 2019 Preview
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Roller Coaster Ride. Officials need to find the right rhythm to keep their lives in balance.
Make Way. NCAA national coordinators hold inaugural...
Referee Magazine – March 2018 Preview
Referee Magazine - March 2018 Highlights
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Hands-On Officiating. More than what you say is being heard.
Open Look. What really goes on within the...