Referee Magazine @RefereeMag
Referee magazine, THE magazine of the Officiating Industry. Rules, mechanics, philosophy - for sports officials, by sports officials. referee.com Racine, WI Joined April 2009-
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The October 2025 issue of Referee magazine is out now! Don't miss these great features: 😀 Spotlight on MLB Umpire & Air Force officer Shane Livensparger ☝ Step-by-step guide to moving up to the college ranks 😤 Deep dive into the conflict and communication skills you need 🛑…
Football officials, what is the most common crew size you work at your primary level?
Poll: Does your local association host a banquet, fundraiser, or other special event besides meetings?
Poll: Are you most proficient in rules, mechanics, or philosophy?
Poll: Football officials, does your state association or governing body allow for officiating uniform/equipment modifications for special occasions/causes?
Poll: Soccer officials, have you worked an assignment using a fourth official?
Poll: Have you ever felt pressure from game management or tournament directors to start or continue play when weather conditions are not safe to do so?
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A landmark day for women in baseball and another Diamond Dream achieved. Jen Pawol is donating the cap she wore in her @MLB umpiring debut to the Hall of Fame.
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“This is one of the proudest moments I’ve been part of… I have a daughter, and she was so excited to meet Jen.” Chris Guccione, an MLB umpire since 2000, talks about working with the first female umpire Jen Pawol
History on deck. This weekend, Jen Pawol becomes the first woman to umpire a regular-season MLB game. From NCAA softball to Triple-A to the big leagues—she’s earned it. Referee Magazine proudly salutes Jen’s groundbreaking achievement. 👏 #JenPawol #MLBUmpire #RefereeProud…
History on deck. This weekend, Jen Pawol becomes the first woman to umpire a regular-season MLB game. From NCAA softball to Triple-A to the big leagues—she’s earned it. Referee Magazine proudly salutes Jen’s groundbreaking achievement. 👏 #JenPawol #MLBUmpire #RefereeProud…
We're very sad to hear of the passing of Jon Bible, one of the greats in the officiating community. referee.com/jon-bible-long…
Poll: Officials, what is your total expenditure (combined) annually on registration fees with your state association and/or national governing bodies?
Poll: What's the longest weather delay you've ever had while finishing the contest in the same day?
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