Wrestling

Availability/Commitment

Sub-varsitty level games can start as early as 3-3:30 p.m. weekdays (any time on Saturdays for some sports). Also, mandatory training meetings are scheduled on weeknights.

Conditioning

While you don't need to be as conditioned as the athletes keeping up with teen-agers on the filed or court can be demanding.

Temperament

You will be in charge of the game, the players and coaches. And then there are the spectators. How well you manage these and maintain you composure and communication skills is critical to being an effective official.

Wisdom

YOu will be asked to learn the rules, but what is most important is that you know how to apply them. Prior experience as a player or youth official helps, but is no guarantee nor is it required to become a qualified official.

Certification

To be certified to officiate CIF sanctioned sporting events, you must:

Attend 80% of scheduled classes (6-10, depending on the sport)
Score 80% (70% for first-year officials) in a rules knowledge exam.

Benefits

The rewards are great.

Great networking
Flexible Assignments
Extra Income