The Ultimate Book on Blocking & Tackling - Updated for 2021 There is not a play in any game in which someone isn’t blocked or being tackled. With increased emphasis on player safety, the Ultimate Book on Blocking & Tackling speaks directly to what officials need to be most concerned about. Referee has pulled together the best thinking…
Targeting & Other Personal Fouls CRACK! Helmet to helmet. Even if you don't see it, you'd know it by the sound alone. Targeting. Survey after survey indicate that parents, fearful of the dangers of the game, are not allowing their children to play full-contact football. Could the well run dry? Will we run out of…
Position Power: Working the Umpire Position In the old days, you didn’t choose to be an umpire. You got stuck doing it. Those days are long, long gone. The modern umpire must not only be one of the better athletes on the field, he needs to be mentally sharp. One second the umpire is determining…
Position Power: Working the Referee Position If you work or are going to work the Referee position, you most likely already have an idea of what you're in for. People like you are usually not afraid of a challenge, but are adventurous, natural-born leaders or maybe just the type who wants to get out to the middle of…
Position Power: Working the Wings Whether judging forward progress, working with the chain crew at line of scrimmage or busting downfield to cover a long gainer, wing officials are involved on almost every play of a game. Constant concentration and careful communication with your crew are necessary to do your job right. Every part of…
