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The center of the officiating universe will be Atlanta July 28-30, 2024. Register now!

Sarah Thomas to Receive Inspire Award

The award will be presented in Atlanta on Tue, July 30, during the Celebrate Officiating Gala, sponsored by Fox 40 International.

Ernie Yarbrough to Receive Mel Narol Medallion

The award will be presented in Atlanta on Tue, July 30, during the Celebrate Officiating Gala, sponsored by Fox 40 International.
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2024 Gold Whistle Award: Ted Barrett

Ted Barrett has been selected as the 2024 recipient of officiating's highest honor.

NFL owners pass new hybrid kickoff rule

Owners approved the hybrid kickoff rule during the Annual League Meeting. The vote passed 29-3.

Retired MLB umpire hosts workshop for teens

Greg Gibson says, "Officiating teaches you conflict management."

Howard Webb takes on extra role as Premier League referee manager

Jon Moss has left his role as elite referee manager at the PGMOL, with Howard Webb taking on the extra responsibility.
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One Official Among 2024 Class of National High School Hall of Fame

David Gore has been one of Oklahoma’s leaders in officiating for almost 50 years.

Rudy Gobert handed $100,000 fine

He made a money gesture towards an official during the Timberwolves’ loss against the Cavaliers.

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."

Bob Delaney takes training to USF

Retired NBA referee is joining USF’s Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education to lead seminars.
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U.S. water polo player Max Irving inspired by referee dad

From growing up in Long Beach to playing for the U.S. national team — Max Irving has drawn inspiration from his father.

New Mexico Coach Helping Players Become Officials

Some of his players have gone on to become college officials, and others are some of the more well-known officials in the area.

NCAA: Football Rules Committee proposes technology rules

All rule recommendations must be approved by the NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel, scheduled for April 18.

High School Soccer Rule Changes

Rule 12 of the NFHS Soccer Rules Book has been revised and reorganized to include “Stopping a Promising Attack.”
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Rowing: The Looming Ref Crisis

They have the most thankless job in our sport. Usually unpaid, often unappreciated, referees are graying.

MLB umpire Pat Hoberg to help at training clinic in Des Moines

MLB umpire will participate in a training clinic in Des Moines on Saturday, March 2.

Jen Pawol becomes 1st woman to ump MLB spring game since ’07

Pawol's spring training debut marked the first time since 2007 that a woman umpired a major league spring training game.

WIAA/WOA equips referees with body cameras

"We need to find a way to help people change their behavior," Hoffman said.
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TODAY: See how MLB umpires train for the big leagues

Ever wonder what it takes to become an umpire in the major leagues? NBC’s Sam Brock goes to umpire school.

NCAA: Double contacts approved in women’s volleyball

NCAA Women's Volleyball Rules Committee members debated the topic thoroughly at an in-person meeting in January.

In Florida and beyond, youth sports has problems, and it’s costing the kids

From referee shortages and hostile parents to club politics and fees, young athletes and officials are navigating.

Minnesota lawmakers consider bill that fines unruly youth sports fans

Lawmakers are again considering a bill that aims to stop unruly fans at youth sporting events by fining them $1,000.

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