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Sports Collaboration is a site dedicated to supporting officials in their sports officiating journey.
Check out the Behind the Whistle podcast to hear from various officials about why they officiate and some of the key characteristics that are required by officials. You'll also hear about their own journey and how their passion for their chosen sport has impacted on their lives and careers
Interested in becoming an official? Check out the Directory to locate an association in your area to start to your journey in officials.
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Sports & Association Listings
A directory of sports and associations in your area with contact details that you can use to reach out to those associations.
Behind the Whistle Podcast
“Behind the Whistle” is a weekly podcast where we talk to sports officials about their personal officiating journey.
Officiate American Football?
Check out our easy to read and referenced full set of International Federation of American Football Rules and Mechanics, with videos.News and Articles
Dec / 2023
For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen
Dec / 2023
For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen
Dec / 2023
For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen
Dec / 2023
For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen
Nov / 2023
Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL
Nov / 2023
Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL
Nov / 2023
Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL
Nov / 2023
Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL
Nov / 2023
Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia
Nov / 2023
Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia
Nov / 2023
Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia
Nov / 2023
Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia
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It’s easy to get caught up in chasing the next assignment, the next postseason opportunity, the next rung on the ladder. But every now and then, it’s worth pausing to [...]
Think about how many times in your career you received real-time praise from a fan, a coach or a player. Compare that with the number of times you received real-time signs of disapproval from fans, [...]
The fifth annual Eric Cooper Memorial Bowling Tournament was a home run, helping Cooper’s influence live on. The post Tournament Honoring Eric Cooper Celebrates 5th Year appeared first on Referee.com. [...]
USA Field Hockey and the NCAA have selected individuals to officiate 2025 NCAA Division I, II and III Semifinals and Finals. The post 2025 NCAA Field Hockey Championship Umpires appeared [...]
You received the plum assignment, playoff game or bowl game you’ve always wanted. If your group has a scoring system, perhaps you graded out first at your position. You’re finally one of the best officials [...]
By Brad Tittrington T he odds of making it to MLB as a player are infinitesimally small — roughly 0.5% of high school players make it. The odds of making [...]
When it comes to the necessities needed in becoming a successful sports official, the art of conversation might not seem to be high on the list. However, talking with league [...]
So much time is spent teaching young officials about rules knowledge, game management, proper mechanics, court coverage and the like. Heck, there are some clinics that hold breakout sessions to [...]
A game is a kind of dance, with its own unique rhythm. Not completely, but they have similar elements. One team is on offense and the other has the role [...]
Confidence is not a suggestion when it comes to being good in this avocation. It is at the core of what it takes to be a good official in any [...]
