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Officials lost since 2018
Games are being rescheduled or outright cancelled.
#1
Reason
Parent, Coach, Fan, & Player Behavior!
If an adult thinks it’s ok to
“Work the Refs” in youth sports,
they are part
of
the problem.
@ $10-150 /game
It's not the highest paying side hustle.
Just because it wasn't in the news doesn't mean it's not a problem.
Officials lost since 2018
Quit by Year 2
Report rising abuse
Reported verbal abuse
Report physical assault
Have feared for their safety
Registrations for high school sports officials are up 8% — due to efforts by associations.
Recruiting isn’t enough. Lasting change requires retaining and supporting officials.
Some organizations and associations have experimented with different approaches including:.
Continue Building the pipeline.
Youth programs, community initiatives, keep innovating on outreach efforts.
Mentorship, better pay, and support systems.
Has the highest impact but few associations have structured programs.
Introducing code of conduct and other policies.
Accountability for abusive behavior is crucial to changing the culture and making it safer for officials.
Stronger enforcement and real consequences.
Zero tolerance policies for abuse, clear reporting channels, and consistent consequences can deter bad behavior.
We are developing a solution to solve this crisis through channels existing officials already use.
We’re building toward a better future for officials, athletes, and the communities that depend on them.
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