Thinking About Becoming a Sports Official?
Get Started & Connect
How It Works
Get started by connecting with a local officials association.
We'll even make it easy for you!
Fill Out the Form
Use the form at the top of the page to provide your name, email address, the sport you're interested in, and your zip code.
We'll Notify an Association
The nearest local officials association will be sent an email indicating you are interested in becoming an official.
Meet Your Commissioner
You and the local association's commissioner of officials can start a dialog on how to join up and get started.
We Need Officials
The need for high school sport officials is higher than ever! The rewarding profession is dwindling in numbers, yet the number of contests climbs.
Without officials, it's just recess.
Sports
The OSAA certifies officials in 6 team sports, 1 individual sport, and 1 activity.
Requirements
Here are the minimum requirements to become an OSAA certified official:
18+ Years Old
Exceptions are made for youth officials
Register
Officials must annually register with the OSAA, costs vary by sport
Background Check
A criminal conviction history screening is included with registration
Training
Annual concussion training and an NFHS rules exam are required