The 2017 NISOA Convention is just around the corner. Time to register for an amazing time in Nashville, TN. Check out this video to see the amazing things this city has to offer attendees. In addition, outstanding education, speakers and camaraderie are in store for attendees. So bring your boots, your jeans, and your smile! (more…)
The NISOA Referee Assessment form has been modified effective immediately. Instead of having multiple forms for National Referee and Referee assessments, all assessments and observations will be documented using a single form. The new form will be used for observing and assessing referees, assistant referees and alternate officials of all levels. The form will also […]
By: Todd Abraham, NISOA Sr. Director of Instruction The NCAA announced a series of Rules changes for 2017 to align the collegiate game with the Laws of the Game used for international play. The NCAA operates on a 2-year rules cycle, however, is permitted to make mid-cycle changes in order to align with the governing […]
The physical performance test for NISOA National Referees which was announced in January 2017 has been modified. NISOA National Referees will take the same physical performance test as new and renewing NISOA members in 2017. NISOA National Referees will be required to meet the current minimum standards for the 40 meter sprint and 150 meter/50 […]
Mark your calendar for July 22-23 in Nashville, TN! Check out the exciting new NISOA Convention Registration and information website. Included in this year’s convention will be an education track for referees, one for national referees and one for experienced chapter leadership. Exciting keynote speakers are soon to be announced. A Saturday night BBQ […]
Revised: March 31, 2019 (A printable summary of the insurance benefits is available at this link.) A major benefit of membership in NISOA is that each registered, dues paying member is provided a personal general liability insurance coverage. If any official, assessor, assignor or instructor is an LLC, this policy will not respond to protect […]
Sites and dates for the 2017 NISOA National Referee Academy clinics are now available. This list is provided for planning purposes. Fact sheets will be posted here as they become available. Sites and dates may be subject to change. May 20, 2017 Southern California – Citrus College – Fact Sheet June 3, 2017 Greensboro, NC – Greensboro – Fact Sheet […]
The NISOA Executive Board met in Los Angeles, California from January 12, 2017 through January 14, 2017 to take on several challenges facing the organization. The following members of the NISOA Executive Board attended: John Puglisi, President Julie Swarts, Executive Director Todd Abraham, Sr. Director of Instruction Don Wilbur, Sr. Director of Evaluation Dan Lukash, […]
The NISOA Executive Board approved new Physical Performance Tests for NISOA National Referees and new/renewing members effective immediately. The existing 4 event test (12 minute run, Pro-40 Box, AR-50 M and 30 M shuttle) has been replaced with a more modern testing protocol. There are separate tests for NISOA National Referees and Renewing/New NISOA members. In July […]
By: John Puglisi, NISOA President It is with mixed emotions that I announce that John Van de Vaarst informed me of his resignation from his position as NISOA Director of Operations to spend more time with his family. As one of NISOA’s core values is “family first”, I am pleased for John and his family, however, his […]
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