MLB, players’ association agree to keep automatic runners in extra innings for 2022
Major League Baseball finalized the rules change to bring back automatic runners in extra innings for a third straight season.
Wayne Mackie, longtime NFL linesman and member of officiating department, dies at 62
After his days as a linesman, Mackie became the NFL's vice president of officiating evaluation and development.
NFHS: From High School to College Basketball, March Madness is Something to Behold
High school state championships represent the pinnacle of achievement offered by state high school associations.
Blanca Burns bursts open NBA doors as first Mexican-born female NBA official
She also wants to officiate at the Olympic Games, fulfilling a lifelong dream of representing Mexico at the international level.
NCAA names game officials for 2022 Women’s Final Four
The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Committee has approved the 11 game officials recommended by Penny Davis, the national coordinator of officiating.
NCAA names game officials for 2022 Men’s Final Four
The NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Committee has approved the 11 game officials recommended by J.D. Collins, the national coordinator of officiating.
NFL: Approved 2022 Playing Rules and Resolutions
NFL clubs adopted the following rules change and resolution proposals at the NFL Annual Meetings.
Minor League Baseball to move second base closer to home plate in 2022 as...
MLB wants to use bigger bases, but now we know moving second base slightly inward toward home plate is also on the table.
Tristan Thompson fined $20,000 for directing hostile language toward a game official
Tristan Thompson has been fined $20,000 by the NBA for directing profane language toward a game official.
Chalk Talk Podcast: The OSSAA Officiating Crisis
OSSAA Executive Director David Jackson and Director of Officials Grant Gower talk high school sports and the officiating crisis.
Village manager/police chief also keeps order in the ring
For 20 years, he has been seen on television refereeing MMA matches. His work has taken him to a number of states as well...
Bobby Dibler to Receive Inspire Award
Bobby Dibler has been selected by the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) as the 2022 recipient of the Inspire Award.
Tra Blake earns promotion to referee, replacing Tony Corrente
The NFL announced the replacement for referee Tony Corrente, who is retiring after 27 seasons. Tra Blake has earned the promotion.
UHSAA Board of Trustees votes to add Boys Volleyball as sanctioned sport
The Utah High School Activities Association will be adding a new sanctioned sport to its offerings in the 2023-24 school year.
Out of bounds language drives more high school officials away from the game
In the roars and groans from the crowd, officials said the worst of what they hear comes from adults.
Soccer referees deserve some praise
The referee is an easier target, perhaps, than confronting the truth. Coaches and players should take ownership of their own mistakes.
How 4 women are making history on the basketball court
They are now recognized as the first team of women in the country to call the shots in a high school boy's state championship...
Premier League referee Mike Dean to retire at end of season
Mike Dean has been a Premier League official since 2000 and has gone on to referee 553 matches in total.
Veteran NFL Official Mark Baltz Talks Love of the Game
You never know how dreams will be born. In the case of Mark Baltz, it happened in his high school physical education class.
Minnesota Bill Would Make Assaulting A Sports Official Subject To Criminal Penalties
A Minnesota House committee bill would make those who assault sports officials during youth athletic events subject to criminal penalties.
New USFL adds 3-point conversions, best-of-three overtime among its rule twists
Three-point conversions, alternative onside kick and a best-of-three-play OT shootout are among the different rules for the revitalized USFL.
Draymond Green tossed after referee Marat Kogut ‘had heard enough’
Draymond Green was ejected in the third quarter against the San Antonio Spurs following a dispute with referee Marat Kogut.
Lincoln Park High School (Michigan) hosts annual umpire camp
After two years on the sidelines because of COVID, the camp returned in February with more than 90 participants.
On Officiating…A View From the OHSAA Supervisor
The following is an interview with Denny Morris, OHSAA supervisor of officials, from a conversation last week prior to the state tournament.
