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Become a KSHSAA Official: FAQs, Registration, and Benefits

Interested in becoming an official for the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA)? This presentation answers common questions about becoming a KSHSAA official, including why you should register, how to register, costs, registration benefits, sports you can officiate, and what to do once registered. It also provides insights on gaining experience, getting training, finding games, meeting requirements, and emphasizing the importance of being a KSHSAA official. Whether you are a sports enthusiast, want to give back, earn extra income, or make a positive impact on young athletes, being a KSHSAA official offers a fulfilling opportunity.

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Become a KSHSAA Official: FAQs, Registration, and Benefits

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  1. Interested in becoming an Official? • The slides and information in the following presentation will help answer some of the commonly asked questions about becoming a KSHSAA official.

  2. Why Register • KSHSAA member schools must use registered officials in all Varsity contests. • It is highly recommended that schools use registered officials for all contests.

  3. Why Be a KSHSAA Official? Give back to the game Stay active in a sport you love Earn a little spending money Keep in shape Work with kids Learn Have FUN Make a difference

  4. How do I register? • Four ways to register • On-line – www.kshsaa.org • Registration form/card can be sent to you and returned to the office. • At a rules meeting • At the KSHSAA office

  5. Become a KSHSAA Official? Contact the KSHSAA Phone: 785-273-5329 website: www.kshsaa.org email: kshsaa@kshsaa.org Mail: P.O. Box #495 Topeka, KS 66601-0495 Drop in: 601 SW Commerce Place Topeka, KS 66615

  6. What does it cost? • Officials must register with the KSHSAA on an annual basis. Registration information is sent to officials previously registered each April. • The fee is $50.00 for the first sport and $25.00 for each additional sport.

  7. What Does Registration Include? • All NFHS rule books • Membership to the NFOA • National Federation Officials Association • NFOA Insurance • NFOA Official’s Quarterly • KSHSAA on-line information • All KSHSAA membership mailing • test, sports manuals, directories

  8. What sports can I register in? • The KSHSAA registers officials for 9 of the 14 sports for which it sponsors. Individuals may register in as many of these sports as they desire. • football - volleyball • soccer - gymnastics • basketball - wrestling • baseball - softball • Track & field starters

  9. I’m registered – Now what? • Get the proper equipment • Local sporting good stores • Get Official – getofficial.com • Smitty - Smittyofficialapparel.com • Honig’s – honigs.com • Some companies have starter packages for beginning officials. • Veteran officials may have equipment they would give you. • Different sports require different equipment.

  10. I’m registered…Now What? Getting experiences… • Read and study your rule book • Maintain physical and mental conditioning • Attend area supervisor meetings • Watch other veteran officials work • Look and dress sharp • Honor ALL contracts • Return phone calls and correspondence • Report all incidents to KSHSAA

  11. Get training • Study the rulebooks – know the rules. • Attend Officials Clinics • Join your Local Official Association and attend their clinics. • Get a mentor who will work with you. • Watch other officials work.

  12. Get Experience • Work Sub-Varsity games • Junior High • Freshman • C-team • Sophomore • Junior Varsity Be patient – work your way up, establish credibility with others.

  13. How do I get games? • Contact at a Local Level • School Athletic Director • School Principal • League Commissioners • Working Official • Local Officials Associations • Area Supervisor

  14. What is Required? • Attend one (1) KSHSAA rules interpreters meeting for each sport you are registering for. Meetings are conducted prior to each sports season. • Complete and submit to the KSHSAA an online open book examination for each sport you are registering for.

  15. Contracts • If you sign a contract – honor it. • Officials are not employees of the KSHSAA – they are independent contractors. • Respond to e-mails and calls from school administrators and commissioners. • Contact schools a week before you are scheduled to work.

  16. Game Fees? • Member schools set officials fees based on; • Level of competition • Distance to and from a contest • Number of games officiated each night • Number of officials needed per contest

  17. Is There an Age Requirement? • Registered KSHSAA officials range from high school students to officials 50+ years of officiating service. The KSHSAA encourages all interested individuals (male and female) to register and get involved.

  18. What Else is Required? • An enjoyment of school activities • Playing experience not required • An understanding of the game • An ability to learn, interpret and apply the rules of the game • A desire to teach the values sport participation offers.

  19. Why Be a KSHSAA Official? • Give back to the game • Stay active in a sport you love • Earn a little spending money • Keep in shape • Work with kids • Learn • Have FUN • Make a difference

  20. Why Be a KSHSAA Official? The next generation of players NEEDS YOU To keep playing

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