Interested in becoming an official?
Mon, Jan 17
|Defiance Family Christian Center
The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA), in conjunction with the National Federation of High Schools, requires that all officials become fully licensed. First year officials are required to take an introductory officiating class to learn more click on the About button or Register below
Time & Location
Jan 17, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Defiance Family Christian Center, 1832 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH 43512, USA
About The Event
What you can expect: The prospective wrestling official will receive a minimum of 25 hours of instruction on the rules and mechanics of the sport of wrestling. Class sessions will be dedicated to the relationship of the OHSAA and officials, how to deal with emotionally charged situations, how to get matches, where to purchase uniforms and equipment, where to find a local officials association and all related information to provide each prospective official with an opportunity for success. The goal of each instructor is to provide every student with enough knowledge and proficiency to be successful at the entry level in sports officiating. Covid-19 safety protocols will be observed. What is expected of you: It is expected that each student be proficient in reading and writing. Officials need to be mobile and in good physical condition. Officials will be engaged in strenuous physical activity, therefore you should be ambulatory and have the necessary…