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When to Call Holding and When to Hold Off
September 11, 2008
A tough call to make on any level, holding is "one of the most difficult areas for officials to master." View Article -
Don’t Overlook the Coaches’ Meeting
June 23, 2008
No matter what level you are officiating on, it is important you develop a good relationship with the coaches on the sideline. A great way to start a game and set a positive tone is to have a good pregame meeting with each head coach. View Article -
NCAA Football Test on Prepping Officials for the 2008 Season
June 11, 2008
For veteran NCAA officials and rookies alike, USA Football's website offers a 100-question test designed to prepare those who officiate games for the upcoming season. View Article -
Continuing Education: Something New to Learn At Every Level
June 11, 2008
No matter what a person does in life, improvements can always be made. The same can be said about football officials, who improve their ability to officiate by educating themselves and others on a continual basis. View Article -
NCAA Officiating Test Now Live Online
May 29, 2008
For the second-consecutive year, usafootball.com is the exclusive online destination for NCAA football officials to take the NCAA Football Officiating Test and receive instant feedback. View Article -
Don’t Play Games With Your Safety
May 20, 2008
Unfortunately in today's culture an overzealous fan can threaten an official on any level. Here are some tips on how you can protect yourself from harm. View Article -
Quick Tip of the Week: 2-Minute Drill
December 7, 2007
Time, not inches, is most important in the 2-minute drill. View Article -
Announcing Penalties
November 30, 2007
Announcing penalties can be a nerve-wracking experience for a new official. Here are some easy, step-by-step directions on how to call penalties effectively. View Article
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