6 NBA officials proving refereeing is not a gendered job
Women officials now make up 8% of the 75-member NBA officiating staff as the league continues its focus on hiring.
‘A lot of warmth’ on Cowboy Joe’s historic day
(5/26) Longtime Major League umpire Joe West, known as "Cowboy Joe" for his country music exploits, made history on Tuesday night when he worked...
Illinois Stateline teams struggle to schedule with football referee shortage
Former Big Ten football official Jeff Carr said Rockford faces unique challenges when it comes to attracting officials.
NBA refs will be playing catch-up when season resumes
(7/18) NBA referees have not had the same opportunities as players have to knock off the rust from the shutdown caused by the coronavirus...
CHSAA SECURES VARIANCES FROM CDPHE AND STATE OFFICIALS FOR SEASON B
(12/21) Following multiple meetings in the past week, including this weekend, CHSAA has secured variances from CDPHE and state officials which will allow all...
Father, mother, and son umpire together District 3-A softball title game
(5/13) Meet Sandy, Richard and Justan Spurling. A family that lives for moments together at the ballpark. "In our house in the afternoons, not...
Behind the Whistle: FitRec’s Ryan Parsons
"When we’re out there on the ice, it’s go time. You have to make sure you’re on for those 30 to 45 minutes."
Pac-12: Violet Palmer to be honored with the 2023 Gold Whistle Award
Violet Palmer, the Pac-12’s coordinator of women’s basketball officials, will be honored with the Gold Whistle Award.
ESSE BAHARMAST ELECTED TO NATIONAL SOCCER HALL OF FAME
Baharmast will receive another high honor on Saturday, May 21, when he is inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Frisco, Texas.
NFL: Week 1 referee assignments
Shawn Hochuli will be the referee for this season’s Thursday night Kickoff game between the Cowboys and the Buccaneers.
Umpire Thomas Sears to officiate at CAC Games
World Baseball Softball Confederation umpire Thomas Sears has been invited to participate in the Central American and Caribbean Games.
3 Tips to Avoid WFH Burnout
(4/3) Millions around the globe have made a sudden transition to remote work amid the Covid-19 pandemic. But what they really should be concerned...
Assaulting referees could become a felony in Hawaii
Out-of-control sports fans could be guilty of second-degree felony assault under a bill that the Legislature sent to Gov. Josh Green.
All dressed up, but no where to umpire
(4/8) Local umpire was set for 47th year before spring sports season was canceled.
Tokyo Olympics could still be canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic, Japanese officials say
(4/16) Despite the Tokyo Olympics being just three months away, it's still possible that the Games won't happen. One official in Japan's ruling LDP...
UPDATE: AHSAA to return to play with no delay
(7/21) The Alabama High School Athletic Association central board approved a “best practices” Return to Play plan to return to fall sports as scheduled....
Jewelry Permitted in 2023 High School Softball Rules Changes
The NFHS Softball Rules Committee has approved the wearing of jewelry in the sport, effective with the 2023 season.
Soccer referee says parents, coaches can get out of control
(6/21) Smith said soccer officials have seen a “significant increase in the amount of verbal abuse” from parents and coaches.
Nearly 80, Bill Peterson still officiates all kinds of games
(5/6) For months, COVID kept kids from playing sports. Now that bats are swinging again, the MSHSL says they really need officials. Many are...
NFHS Revises Guidance on COVID-19 Transmission During High School Sports
(2/2) After evaluating experiences of schools participating in high school sports during the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)...
Local legend referee excelled in more than sports
(12/1) After high school, Robinson was convinced by the late James Griffin, St. Paul’s first Black deputy fire chief, to pursue officiating as a...
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.
Barcelona manager banned 2 matches for disrespecting referee
(4/30) The 58-year-old was handed the ban after being shown a red card in the 66th minute of Thursday's loss, which has left the...
Derer remembered for his passion as a basketball official, being a true gentle giant
(4/7) Derer didn't love the game because he could make a jump shot. It became his passion because he loved being a referee.
