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2021 Playoff Procedures - Important
March 21, 2021 - HSSOA News
Referees officiating playoff matches should be sure to read playoff procedures presentation and print off a copy to take to the field. PDF versions of both can be found here: Go to Playoff Procedures Presentation
HSSOA Referees Participate in TASO Fitness Test
January 17, 2021 - HSSOA News
HSSOA and other TASO District 8 Chapters Members met at Elkins High School, Saturday, January 17, 2021 to participate in the TASO Fitness Test. A successful score on the TASO-approved fitness test is one of several requirement for referees who wish to be considered for assignments at the UIL Regional and State tournaments.
Members who participated in the Fitness Test were: Chris Fuentes, Kevin Good, Tolulope Ajao, Lino Alanis Ocampo, Emanuel Aran, Sean Couette, Frank Huber, Victor Hinojosa, Jose Rodrigo Ibarra, Emily Moon, Joshua Neu, Shane Sobnosky, Francisco Velez, Jose Ventimilla, Jose Villatoro, Roger Phillips Mills, Haitham Swaidan, Charles Coulter – Golden Triangle
HSSOA Board Members Administering TASO Fitness Test: Guillermo Ocampo, Dan Butler, Jude Nwambuonwo, Britton Coffman (TASO Representative)
Members who participated in the Fitness Test were: Chris Fuentes, Kevin Good, Tolulope Ajao, Lino Alanis Ocampo, Emanuel Aran, Sean Couette, Frank Huber, Victor Hinojosa, Jose Rodrigo Ibarra, Emily Moon, Joshua Neu, Shane Sobnosky, Francisco Velez, Jose Ventimilla, Jose Villatoro, Roger Phillips Mills, Haitham Swaidan, Charles Coulter – Golden Triangle
HSSOA Board Members Administering TASO Fitness Test: Guillermo Ocampo, Dan Butler, Jude Nwambuonwo, Britton Coffman (TASO Representative)
2020-2021 TASO/NFHS Rule Change Presentation
December 3, 2020 - HSSOA News
Review the 2020-2021 TASO/NFHS Rule Change Presentation available in your member portal under Training Resources.
Updated Version of NFHS Rules vs Myths Available
December 31, 2020 - HSSOA News
See the updated version of the NFHS the NFHS Rules vs Myths compiled by HSSOA referee James Spencer. A printable version is available so you can take this valuable document to the field with you. Go to the Rules vs Myth page.
Tools to Become a Better Referee
Behind the Whistle: U.S. Soccer Referee and PNT Midfielder Greg Brigman at the DA Winter Showcase
Go behind the scenes with U.S. Soccer referee Greg Brigman during his time at the Development Academy Winter Showcase.
NFHS Rules Myth vs Fact
Myth: A player must be called for a handball even if they are reflexively trying to protect their
groin, face or chest/breasts.
Fact: Any player that reflexively moves their hands to protect their groin, face or chest is NOT
guilty of handling. This is a considered a reflex action and NOT a deliberate act.
US Soccer Referee Program
A great way to understand the Laws of the Game and become a high school referee is to first become a US Soccer certified referee. Their certification program will allow you to build a solid foundation for officiating the sport. Learn more at www.ussoccer.com/referees.
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