Similar to other High School and youth sports, wrestling is having a hard time attracting and retaining enough referees to meet the demand. You can help by becoming a referee and/or suggesting the idea to someone else familiar with the sport.
Our local association is looking for additional officials to help officiate High School & Jr High matches and tournaments. We provide all of the training and help out with getting uniforms, etc.
You will be compensated for the matches/tournaments you work. Multi-Dual meets during weeknights are typically $135, plus $10 for travel. Tournament fees will vary but can be $200 for a Saturday tournament. A referee can make up to $2,500 during the season depending on their availability. It's also an opportunity to contribute to the great sport of wrestling.
If you have wrestled, coached or been a wrestling parent becoming an official will be an easy transition. Officiating wrestling is also a great part-time job for a college or trade school student.
Registration starts June 1 each year. Fingerprint clearance cards take several days or several weeks to obtain but last for 2 years or 6 years depending on which provider you use. Training starts in October each year.
You can find additional information at: www.aiaonline.org and select the 'Officials' tab and then 'How to become an Official'.
You can also contact us at: john8489@gmail.com, chjaz1@cox.net, mp4542@att.com
Our local association is looking for additional officials to help officiate High School & Jr High matches and tournaments. We provide all of the training and help out with getting uniforms, etc.
You will be compensated for the matches/tournaments you work. Multi-Dual meets during weeknights are typically $135, plus $10 for travel. Tournament fees will vary but can be $200 for a Saturday tournament. A referee can make up to $2,500 during the season depending on their availability. It's also an opportunity to contribute to the great sport of wrestling.
If you have wrestled, coached or been a wrestling parent becoming an official will be an easy transition. Officiating wrestling is also a great part-time job for a college or trade school student.
Registration starts June 1 each year. Fingerprint clearance cards take several days or several weeks to obtain but last for 2 years or 6 years depending on which provider you use. Training starts in October each year.
You can find additional information at: www.aiaonline.org and select the 'Officials' tab and then 'How to become an Official'.
You can also contact us at: john8489@gmail.com, chjaz1@cox.net, mp4542@att.com