Moving out of bounds and setting pins: the side of refereeing you don’t see
They don’t tell you this when you’re sitting the Rules of Golf exams.
NCAA Men’s and Women’s Soccer National Coordinator of Officials
The NCAA is requesting applications from interested individuals to serve as the NCAA Men’s and Women’s National Coordinator of Officials.
FIBA referee working in hospital during pandemic
(4/22) FIBA referee Esperanza Mendoza has been working as a nursing assistant in Spain during the coronavirus pandemic instead of preparing for a game...
OHSAA Q&A: ‘Everything is on the table’ for fall sports
(5/12) We will make that decision in conjunction with recommendations from the governor’s office and the Ohio Department of Health. Though it’s not popular,...
WVSSAC pays tribute after passing of Pat Fragile
The WVSSAC payed tribute to Pat Fragile, WVSSAC State Basketball Rules Clinician.
WIAA planning for fall season, but things could change
(6/5) The WIAA's deputy director said the organization is planning to start its high school football season in early August, but things could change.
High school sports referees in short supply as seasons start again amid COVID-19 pandemic
(3/4) As high school sports like football and basketball resume their seasons, COVID-19 is making the search for referees unusually hard. The Streamwood Sables...
Religious Headwear Permitted Without State Association Approval in High School Soccer
(2/11) Religious headwear will now be permitted without state association approval in high school soccer, effective with the 2021-22 season. This change in Rule...
Rockford Park District Jr. referee program
(9/26) "This is the first day of our modified NFL flag football program," said Lamont Jones, manager of youth sports for Rockford Park District....
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.
Officials staying busier than ever as unsung prep sports heroes
Sports officials already had faced shortage problems before the global pandemic, and the situation only has gotten even more dire since the return of...
With Lost Seasons Last Year, Spring Sports and Arts Should Be Available for All
(3/3) Almost one year ago, the balls stopped bouncing in high school gymnasiums, performing arts events were cancelled and moved online, and spring sports...
Son dedicating honorary referee selection to his father
(4/22) “Every year, (Zuke) would sit there waiting for the call because he was sure he was going to get that call,” Biller said....
Rukstad Named MSHSAA Executive Director
Dr. Jennifer Rukstad has been named the Association’s seventh executive director, to begin in late June.
Kathryn Nesbitt makes history as assistant referee in England Senegal World Cup match
She was chosen as one of just six women who — for the first time — are joining more than 100 male officials at...
USA Hockey Restructures Officiating Education Efforts
In an effort to further enhance its officiating education program, USA Hockey announced it is restructuring its efforts into three areas.
Sarah Thomas On Being First Woman To Referee A Super Bowl
(2/19) As millions of people watched Super Bowl LV from their homes on Sunday, many couldn’t help but notice Sarah Thomas’ blonde ponytail sticking...
Celtics G Smart fined $15K for criticizing officials
(8/1) The NBA fined Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart $15,000 on Saturday for his critical remarks about the officiating in Friday’s 119-112 loss to...
FIFA referee dies after ‘freak’ car accident
(5/8) FIFA assistant referee Shaun Olive has passed away after a car accident last week.
Sports Seasons Modifications Update
(11/30) The NFHS is tracking the status of high school sports as fall seasons approach. Because of the pandemic, several states have delayed the...
Referee shortage stems from bad fan behavior
Experts say it’s a result of increasingly toxic venom spewing out of spectators. Berating officials has become commonplace at high school games.
MHSAA Associate Director Rashid Dies at 66
Thomas M. Rashid died Friday, Dec. 3, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 66.
Referee explains why he ejected Detroit Lions’ Jamie Collins
(9/13) NFL referee Alex Kemp said he ejected Detroit Lions linebacker Jamie Collins because he was applying a strict interpretation of a league rule...
Eddie Jones trains players on reacting better to refereeing decisions
(3/11) Eddie Jones has been drilling England on how to react to dodgy refereeing decisions as they seek to exorcise their discipline demons against...
