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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

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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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High School Football Rule Changes

4 February 2026

The NFHS Football Rules Committee recommended changes for 2026 which were approved by the Board of Directors. The post High School Football Rule Changes appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

Super Bowl LX Officiating Crew

4 February 2026

Shawn Smith will be the referee. Joining Smith onfield will be Roy Ellison, Eugene Hall, Greg Steed, Dana McKenzie, Julian Mapp, Jason Ledet. The post Super Bowl LX Officiating Crew [...]

End of an Era: Wendelstedt Umpire School After 50 years

30 January 2026

After 50 years, the Harry Wendelstedt Umpire School is hosting its final graduating class. The post End of an Era: Wendelstedt Umpire School After 50 years appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

Softball Umpire Pregame Preparation: Set Your Crew Up for Success

29 January 2026

Pregame preparation is one of the simplest ways softball umpires can improve game management, crew communication and consistency. Here’s what to cover before the first pitch so everyone is aligned [...]

USA Field Hockey Umpire to New Zealand for 3 Nations Tournament

29 January 2026

Erika Barbera will be the sole USA umpire representative at this series, which features Japan, New Zealand, and the United States. The post USA Field Hockey Umpire to New Zealand [...]

Ohio Lawmakers Continue to Push Bill Protecting Officials After Altercation

28 January 2026

An increase in verbal and physical attacks on referees is causing fewer people to get into officiating. The post Ohio Lawmakers Continue to Push Bill Protecting Officials After Altercation appeared [...]

Bill McCreary: NHL’s Gold Standard Ice Man

27 January 2026

Bill McCreary has a passion for hockey, and it shows. After working three Olympic gold medal games and more Stanley Cup Finals games than any referee in history, he’s leaving [...]

Your Inner Voice Is Part of Your Officiating Crew

26 January 2026

Everyone, including officials, must employ self-talk at some point. Is your self-talk positive or negative? Does it enhance or hinder your performance? Does it boost your confidence or diminish it? [...]

NFHS Officials Association Award Recipients

26 January 2026

Eight individuals have been selected as the 2026 recipients of national and section awards by the NFHS Officials Association. The post NFHS Officials Association Award Recipients appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

Seven Kinds of Hustle

25 January 2026

Hustle means different things to different sports officials. Many think of hustle as pure speed, getting from one place to another as fast as possible. That is certainly one type [...]

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For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

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Officiate American Football?

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For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

For the Love of the Game, Referee Ron McEwen

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Pima County Sports Hall of Famer Rich Hall on what it’s like to officiate in the NFL

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

Stephanie Frappart: The trailblazing female referee in charge of England v Australia

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