NHL Debut for Referee Jordan Samuels-Thomas in Chicago
Referee Jordan Samuels-Thomas will make his NHL debut in stripes tonight when the Chicago Blackhawks host the San Jose Sharks.
Referee shortage impacting Alabama youth sports leagues
Disrespect from parents and coaches has played a role. Leaders agreed that heckling from spectators has made it difficult to retain officials.
Obituary: Paul Andrew Albright
Paul had a lifelong passion for volleyball refereeing. He was known as one of the top FIVB International Volleyball referees in the world.
CHSAA Commissioner Blanford-Green Inducted in the 2022 Colorado Running Hall of Fame
CHSAA Commissioner Rhonda Blanford-Green was inducted into the 2022 class of the Colorado Running Hall of Fame April 12.
After shortened playing career, former Blues prospect Cody Beach reaches NHL as a ref
After years of enforcing hockey's unwritten rules, former St. Louis Blues prospect Cody Beach is now enforcing the written ones as an NHL official.
NFHS, Other Sports Leaders to Address Officials Shortage at First NFHS Officials Consortium
Leaders from more than 50 sports organizations will descend on Indianapolis April 12-14 to discuss recruitment and retention of officials.
Tom Robinson: A life dedicated to a fair playing field
Beyond his years of professional experience, people sought out Robinson for his counsel, his compassion and quiet positivity.
Dean Blandino returns to XFL as VP of officiating, playing rules innovation
The XFL has rehired Dean Blandino in an expanded role as vice president of officiating and playing rules innovation, the league announced Tuesday.
NBA ANNOUNCES 36 OFFICIALS SELECTED FOR 2022 NBA PLAYOFFS
“This dedicated group has earned the right to represent the NBA in the postseason,” said Byron Spruell, NBA President, League Operations.
THE FACE OF YOUTH SPORTS?
‘Mother of the Year’ charged with ‘sucker-punching’ umpire; officials say behavior will not be tolerated.
Umpire pressing charges against baseball coach who attacked him
An umpire from Texas says he's going to press charges against a baseball coach after an incident during a game this weekend.
Beloved CHSAA Associate Commissioner & NASO Board Chair Tom Robinson passes away Monday morning
CHSAA associate commissioner & NASO Board Chair Tom Robinson passed away following a short battle with multiple diagnoses.
Shortage of referees, officials, umpires a growing concern in North Idaho … and beyond
Commissioners pinpoint several reasons for officials getting out — burnout, lack of pay, taking abuse from fans, coaches and players.
Wymer retires after lengthy college basketball officiating career
Ohio native Terry Wymer is hanging up the whistle after 38 years as a college basketball official.
Vaas named to SEC football replay officials team
Peter Vaas, a 40-year veteran of college football officiating, has been named Assistant Coordinator for Football Replay by the SEC.
NFHS Rules-Writing Task Continues with Focus on Sportsmanship, Minimizing Risk
The NFHS continues in its devotion to minimizing risk of injury, sportsmanship and maintaining the sound traditions of the sport.
Georgia basketball players chase down, violently attack referee at youth game, shocking video shows
Video of the incident shows a group of at least five people confronting the official, who attempts to run away and defend himself from...
Bob Bowlsby to step away from role as Big 12 commissioner later this year
Bob Bowlsby, who has led the Big 12 since 2012 will step down from his role as commissioner later this year.
MLB to allow pitchers, catchers to use anti-sign-stealing technology during regular season
This technology could help to advance the MLB beyond the risk of the sign-stealing scandals that have plagued the sport in the past decade.
Mike Dean: Referee on 22 years at the top before retirement
Think of a Premier League referee and for many the first thought will be of one man. For the past 22 years Mike Dean...
Video shows parents, kids attacking referee during basketball game
Police are investigating after a basketball referee was attacked by a group of young basketball players inside a church athletic facility.
Basketball Hall of Fame announces 13 members for the Class of 2022: Hugh Evans
Evans was an NBA Official for 28 years (1973-2001), working 1,900 regular season games, 170 playoff games, 35 NBA Finals games.
Missouri among states impacted by nationwide referee shortages
“Five years, really makes me worried that there’s no going to be officials, so you’re not going to have local leagues”.
The guy who quit medical school to become an NBA referee
Mehta, then a 22-year-old pre-med student, had just finished refereeing a high school basketball game in Maryland.
