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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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Check out our easy to read and referenced full set of International Federation of American Football Rules and Mechanics, with videos.

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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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Dave Parry: The Best of Both Worlds

24 March 2026

When Dave Parry refereed intramural basketball games at Wabash College in the mid 1950’s for $1 a game, he recalls, “It paid for hamburgers, pizza and stuff like that.” Then, [...]

Rehearse Fundamental Judgments

23 March 2026

Officials can develop healthy habits when they rehearse fundamental judgments. Many sports have repeated practices or habits that you can rehearse in preparation for games. Here are some tips to [...]

4 Tips for Talking to Coaches

22 March 2026

Talking to coaches is not an exact science; they are as different as anyone else you would encounter in another forum. What works with one coach may not work with [...]

NHL Officials Honor Scotty Morrison With Patch

21 March 2026

Scotty Morrison was a former NHL referee and Director of Officiating for the league. The post NHL Officials Honor Scotty Morrison With Patch appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

The Bracket is Here! Start Voting Now

20 March 2026

The post The Bracket is Here! Start Voting Now appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

History in Alaska

20 March 2026

Kyla Dinkel, Wendy Newman and Zosha Krupa are the first all-female crew to officiate an Alaska state tournament championship game. The post History in Alaska appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

Que Tucker to Retire as NCHSAA Commissioner

19 March 2026

Que Tucker will retire as Commissioner of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, effective October 1. The post Que Tucker to Retire as NCHSAA Commissioner appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

Harry Wendelstedt: He Touched All the Bases

18 March 2026

One would be hard-pressed to find a position in professional umpiring that Harry Wendelstedt hasn’t held. After a colorful, workhorse-like career and a laundry list of achievements, Wendelstedt has more [...]

High School Soccer Rule Changes

16 March 2026

Several rules updates were approved in high school soccer for next school year, including new guidance on carding. The post High School Soccer Rule Changes appeared first on Referee.com. [...]

Proper Three-Person Rotations Rely on Science and Art

15 March 2026

As more states and officials’ associations transition to three-person mechanics, lead officials need to become more active and recognize when to rotate ball side. Gone are the days of lead officials camping out on their [...]

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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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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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