South
Plains Chapter of Football Officials
Frequently Asked
Questions:
1.
How
much money will I make?
Sub-varsity games pay ~$40/game. Varsity games
will pay $40-$80 per game. This is calculated by the gate.
2.
How
will I be prepared?
We offer weekly meetings with specialized
classroom training for newer officials.
In addition, we will have on field training and scrimmage in
August. There will also be a rules
clinic in July.
3.
What
will my expenses be?
You will need to buy a uniform and equipment. The cost of this runs ~150.00. We have a boutique of equipment to help some
of the newer officials with cost the first year.
4.
Will
I get to work any games?
Typically as a first year official you will get to
work a couple of varsity games. You will also get to work as many sub-varsity
games.
5.
How
do I get to work more games?
Show up, do a good job and let people know you
want to work. People are watching and will take note of those who take care of
business. Talk to Bobby Brown and Glen Morton if you are looking for more work.
6.
Who
is TASO?
7.
Will
I have to take a test?
You will need to pass a written exam prior to
working games. This is what the meetings in August are for. After you first year you will always take
your exam online.
8.
What
if I have more questions?
Start by checking out all the sections of our
website.
A lot of information is at this site. In addition
once you pay your dues, you will get login information from the secretary, Ken
Patterson. Once you log in you can set
up your preferences. All assignments
will be made through the website and you will need to accept or reject your
assignments on the website.
Our registration form can be downloaded at http://www.spczebras.org/football/forms.htm
9.
How
I do know what to do on the field?
Read the Mechanics Manual. You will need to look at 4 & 5 Man
mechanics. Both of these documents need to be read and understood. These documents will show you where you need
to be and where your eyes should be.
10.
What
Rules do we use?
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