Some of the most difficult NFHS rules and mechanics for newer officials to master are the three counts involved in advancing the ball: the four-second goalie count (Rule 4-19 and 20 Art. 5, the 20-second clearing count (Rules 4-14) and the 10-second count (Rule 4-15). While the basic requirements and mechanics for each are fairly straightforward, Read More …
Bill Powell will be conducting a make-up training for returning officials (this included those officials who are transferring from another association) on Monday January 23. The training will cover the 2017 rules changes, points of emphasis, foul recognition and administration, and dealing with coaches. Greg Hite will conduct the make-up session for rookie officials on Saturday, January Read More …
Officiating is a demanding hobby that requires officials invest significant amounts of time, effort, and their own money in order to improve. Many officials express a desire to get better in different ways: If I attend a clinic I’ll improve. If only my assigner recognized how good I was I wouldn’t just be working youth Read More …