MLB umpire team delivers Build-a-Bear stuffed animals to Children’s Hospital patients
Umpires say they're happy to give back as part of the MLB umpire charity organization called 'Umps Care.'
Referee dedicated himself to local sports
(2/28) Local resident Loretta Whiteside recently shared memories of her husband’s lifetime dedication to school sports in Burke County. The late Lawrence Whiteside grew...
MLR and USA Rugby to Collaborate on Referee Development and Form National Referee Team
This collaboration is aimed at solidifying a pathway for domestic referees into the MLR leading to Rugby World Cup 2031.
Fraternity of referees band together to help family of veteran local official
(6/8) When the Zebras Ryder Cup golf tournament commences, there won’t be a shortage of officials. In fact, they’ll be everywhere.
How to Become a U.S. Soccer Referee in Northern California
(5/14) There are a multitude of reasons to become a referee, some of which we laid out last fall. If I had to give...
THE FACE OF YOUTH SPORTS?
‘Mother of the Year’ charged with ‘sucker-punching’ umpire; officials say behavior will not be tolerated.
GHSA eyeing possible return in early July
(5/10) While Executive Director Robin Hines says there is no concrete news to report, the GHSA is optimistic high school fall athletics will start...
Utah Governor’s Order Pauses All High School Sports
(11/10) The governor of Utah has declared a new state of emergency, which includes a statewide mask mandate and the pausing of all high...
CFL Officials Gear Up After Long Layoff
(8/4) After spending the last 18 months on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle, CFL official Ben Major is thrilled about returning to...
Officials appointed for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Today, the FIFA Referees Committee announced the lists with the names of the selected match officials for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.
Bad sideline behavior is making shortage of soccer referees worse
"We want to make sure that our community understands that they're part of the solution on building back the referee pool."
Covid-19 Frontline Dr. Giuliana Nicolosi, Immunology Expert & Water Polo Ref
(4/14) Less than three months ago Giuliana Nicolosi whistled the women’s semi- final at the European Water Polo Championships. Today her focus is solely on...
Minor league umps squeezed as lost year looms
(6/23) All across baseball, farm systems are shut down because of the virus outbreak. So for Dannegger, a 24-year-old umpire prospect with a promising...
Former NFL official Bill Swanson passes away
(10/7) Swanson worked in the NFL from 1965 to 1985. He worked on the field for 13 playoff assignments – four wild card games,...
Referee Chris Rooney Mic’d Up for Winter Classic
Referee Chris Rooney was mic’d up for the 2022 Winter Classic between the St. Louis Blues and Minnesota Wild. Here’s a quick clip from...
Two MLB games postponed after Marlins coronavirus outbreak
(7/27) Two Monday night MLB games were postponed because of an outbreak of the coronavirus among the Miami Marlins. The Marlins' home opener against...
Obituary: Frederic C. Gardner Sr.
(9/15) For well over 60 years, Fred was active in high school and college sports. He was a member of the Association of New...
NBRA Announces Ratification of Agreement for WNBA Officials for Delayed Start of Season
(7/20) The National Basketball Referees Association (NBRA) and the WNBA have announced the ratification of a Letter of Agreement addressing issues related to the...
LeBron suspended 1 game, Stewart 2 games for altercation
The NBA announced the suspensions Monday, and both will affect games on Tuesday.
Nationwide referee shortage causes concerns ahead of fall sports leagues starting
FOX 5 spoke to a teenager, who is currently a soccer referee, that says the verbal abuse has become a constant.
SEC Network cameras show Mark Stoops chasing after officials after Kentucky loss
(10/4) SEC Network cameras showed an angry Stoops running after the officiating crew as they sprinted off the field following the Rebels' 42-41 win....
Pitch clock shaving 20 minutes off minor league games while scoring nearly same; stage...
The implementation of a strict pitch clock across Minor League Baseball has shaved 20 minutes off game times.
Who is the NFL’s female referee? Meet Sarah Thomas, the only woman official in...
(9/27) Thomas is now a five-year NFL officiating veteran after rising through the college ranks. A Pascagoula, Miss., native, she began officiating youth and...
Fox’s Mike Pereira May Miss Entire NFL Season Due to Surgery
"Bad back and soon to come surgery keeps me from traveling and keeps me home."
