Oregon Athletic Officials Association One Rule—One Interpretation—One Mechanic

Jack Folliard, Executive Director Clark Sanders, Associate Director 503.975.4488 503.682.6722 x242 [email protected] [email protected] December 2012 OCEP One of many changes that the OAOA has Lists are updated after every class, clin- changing their email address or taking implemented, includes the ability for offi- ic, or training event. It usually takes 1-2 time off from officiating. Officials are cials to check their OCEP status by going weeks for attendance information to be responsible for knowing their OCEP to the OAOA website, clicking on the updated once it is received at OAOA status. OCEP link, and then clicking on the indi- offices. vidual sport they wish to check. Infor- Please contact Clark to resolve any dis- mation on the OCEP program can also be Occasionally, OCEP status information is crepancies. found under this link. incorrect. This is usually due to officials From the OAOA Board Officiate Oregon Day Joan Powell, NCAA Coordinator of Vol- New OAOA Board members! A great success! leyball, with Gloria Cox, Texas Volley- ball Rules Interpreter led the volleyball Please welcome our new board mem- breakout sessions. Dave Frisch, 24 time Over 750 Oregon high school officials bers: NCAA National Championship official, from seven sports attended. Highlights conducted hands on sessions with local included informative and entertaining Central Oregon Regional Representative high school wrestlers. Julie Johnson, presentations by NBA legends Steve Javie Layla Solar NFHS Softball Rules Committee Chair and ; NFL 4 time Super Salem/Mid Valley Regional Representative assisted with softball training sessions. Bowl Referee Jerry Markbreit, and veter- Dwayne Johnson Sandy Hunt, current PAC-12 Coordinator an MLB Dale Scott. Southern Regional Representative and former FIFA official also presented. Darin Rutledge Several OAOA trainers and local high Eastern Regional Representative school coaches also filled important George Shimer Inside this issue: roles in the breakout sessions. The Board invites you to send in your OCEP 1 Bill Topp, Vice President, Referee Maga- thoughts, ideas, initiatives and concerns zine, gave a stimulating keynote address From the OAOA Board 1 so that we can better serve your needs. entitled “The 23 Most Powerful Lessons Please feel free to contact your regional Awards & Recognition 2 in Officiating.” Barry Mano, NASO Presi- representative, Jack, Clark or any other dent, Bob Gardner, NFHS Executive Di- board member at anytime. Football 2 rector, and Tom Welter, OSAA Executive Director addressed the attendees during We want to hear from you! If you have Soccer 2 the luncheon session. Official of the Year a story to share, want to recognize a and Association of the Year were recog- fellow official that exemplifies what it Volleyball 3 nized as well. means to be a high school sports offi- cial, would like to recognize the efforts 3 All attendees received OCEP Playoff of your local association, or other stories Certification and complimentary OSAA that demonstrate the positive qualities Wrestling 4 Gold Cards! of sports officials.

Baseball 4 To top it off, Governor John A. Kitzhaber We hope that you will help us to bring formally proclaimed July 28, 2012 as attention to the many quality groups and Softball 4 “Officiate Oregon Day”!!!! individuals that officiate high school sports. OSAA 5 Just a tremendous effort by all and won- derful experience for those OAOA mem- OACA 5 bers who attended!

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Awards & Recognition

At the September, 2012 OAOA Executive County Volleyball, Steve Kurzer, Central Board meeting, the Board decided to Oregon Soccer, and Bob McFadden, Mid- make OSAA fee reimbursement retroac- Columbia Football have been selected as tive to the beginning of the awards pro- Official of the Year in their sports for 2012 gram in 2005-2006. Clark will be sending and their awards were presented at re- out checks to all previous Official of the cent state championships. Year award winners as soon as amounts are researched and determined. OAOA is always looking for nominees for all OAOA awards…Official of the Year, Official of the Year awards will now be Association of the Year and the Meritori- presented at state championship contests. ous Service Award for coaches. This will add more awareness and pres- tige to the award. Cheryl Yoder, Douglas Football

Over 175 football officials attended Offici- SRI Clark Sanders and the state football ate Oregon Day this past July and heard committee will be looking at several presentations from 4-time mechanics modifications for the 2013 Referee Jerry Markbreit, NFL Crew Chief season to include the swinging gate Jeff Triplette, 2010 BCS Championship formation and 5-person free kick me- Referee Bill LeMonnier and other local chanics. officials and coaches. As a result of this huge success, the state football commit- Congratulations to all football officials tee will be looking at a summer confer- selected to work post-season con- ence for football officials in the next few tests. Championship game crews will years. be posted on the OAOA website under the Awards link. OCEP playoff certification clinics are ten- tatively scheduled for Coos Bay and Sa- ~ Ken Woods, OAOA Board Member lem in 2013 in addition to the annual Duck Chair Football Committee Camp clinic in Eugene.

Jerry Markbreit Soccer

The 2012 high school soccer season has sportsmanship. Through a unified effort come to an end. The season began with and with a balance of educational pro- the commissioners meeting on July 29th grams and strict accountability measures, and ended on November 17th in Portland the goal has been to significantly reduce with the 1A-6A boy and girls finals. the negative behaviors exhibited by Statewide, officials covered over 3,000 some soccer players, coaches, and spec- games with over 6,200 hours on the field. tators. Schools whose teams through the collective efforts of their coaches, play- The Oregon high school soccer communi- ers, fans and administrators, demonstrat- ty—school administrators, coaches, play- ed their commitment to sportsmanship, ers, game officials, OAOA and OSAA— integrity, and ethics were recognized by worked diligently over the past many several local referee associations. years to improve the quality of interscho- Sandy Hunt lastic soccer, with a strong emphasis on ~Harry Garabedian, Chair Soccer Committee

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Volleyball

Wow, what a great Volleyball season! State Tournament Champions will have been decided and the VB season will Our season kicked off in late July if you have officially closed. If you were una- registered for “Take the Next Step” and ble to attend any of the State Tourna- attended Officiate Oregon Day with guest ments, you may visit the OSAA website clinician’s Joan Powell and Gloria Cox. for video replay. If you happen to see We had 159 VB officials register with 99 something that makes you say, what was receiving credit for OCEP certification that? Write it down and email your ques- (attending all 3 sessions), exceeding our tion to Debi or myself. We will investi- goal of 100 attendees! gate and get back to you. Who knows, it may turn into a future clinic topic. The NASO summit showcased lots of high-profile speakers. I personally met Thanks again for the great Volleyball football officials who work on Saturdays season! & Sundays. ~ Leslie Benton, Chair Volleyball Committee By the time this newsletter is published,

Basketball

A new season is upon us and all officials clock’ signal. A good idea would the same signals and this should be should be preparing their bodies and be to announce the color. agreed on at the official’s pre-game con- thoughts for the season ahead. ference. These two signals are optional and it is Officials working both high school and still appropriate to use standard NFHS The OAOA/OSAA will review these new college games should honor the rules, signals. signals/mechanics at seasons end. mechanics and signals which are in place at a particular level unless the Officials that are being evaluated at a Let us make this season a great one and state association authorizes ‘optional state tournament or for your local associ- may every foul be a common foul. mechanics or signals’. ation will not be given a negative mark for using the optional/alternate signal. It ~ Howard Mayo, Chair This past summer the state basketball will be important that both officials use Basketball Committee committee and the OSAA approved two (2) optional mechanic/signal changes which are:

1) Player Control Foul: Thrusting the fist/arm straight forward without the ‘stop the clock’ signal or the ‘hand behind the head’ signal. (Same signal as for a ‘team control’ foul) 2) Ball Out of Bounds: Signal the team direction without the ‘stop the

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Wrestling The State Wrestling Committee met in  Commissioners will submit (through the year requirement. A tentative schedule conjunction with the annual commission- committee chairman) names of officials was suggested: Friday - commissioners ers meeting in October. that they feel need to be re-evaluated meeting, Saturday morning - OCEP clinic based on personal observation or other and a Coaches Roundtable designed to The significant topics discussed were credible criteria. Names that have con- continue our commitment to improve completing the state list process for re- sistent recommendations will be submit- communications with coaches. classifying and evaluation of qualifying ted to the state committee for a vote, participants and having an annual meet- those approved for re-evaluation will be ~ Ron Haverkost, Chair ing focused on OCEP re-certification. removed from the list until accepted Wrestling Committee through the normal process. There were several suggestions for re- classification and evaluation of officials: Another suggestion presented concerning  Automatic re-evaluation of officials not OCEP certification was to host an annual at the state meet in the last three years. state meeting at a predetermined, rotating location every year to be held in conjunction  Re-evaluation of all officials at the state with the commissioners meeting. The pro- meet using qualified state evaluators posed change for recertification would be and trainers. reduced to 3 years instead of the current 5 Baseball Planning is underway for OCEP clinics for baseball bats. Points of Emphasis 2013, more info to follow soon. 3-3-1f: Restricts the use of any video moni- 1) Pace of Play Steve Rei has retired as the Commissioner toring or replay equipment for coaching 2) Compliant Bats of the Portland Baseball Umpires Associa- purposes during the course of the game. 3) Pitcher's Stance tion. He is succeeded by Todd Ellis. We 4) Risk Minimization would like to send a special thanks out to 3-3-1i: Restricts the use of any electronic 5) Good Sporting Behavior Steve for his many years as an umpire, devices in the coach's box. Commissioner and ambassador for base- ball in the state of Oregon. ~ John Whittemore, OAOA Board Member 6-2-2c Exception: Clarifies that an incom- Chair Baseball Committee ing pitcher be treated equally. If a pitcher 2013 Baseball Rules Changes is ejected, an incoming pitcher should be afforded the same warm-up criteria as if he 1-3-2 NOTE: Clarifies and places addi- were replacing an injured player. tional emphasis on the importance and legal repercussions of altering non-wood Softball The softball committee is planning a se- Additionally, umpires working softball and terpreter ([email protected]) ries of Playoff Certification clinics for baseball need to adhere to the correct know how you are working to improve 2013. The core and leadership for the clin- jacket and uniform requirements specific to softball umpiring in Oregon. ics will be the designated clinicians and the contest they are umpiring. trainers utilizing the recently approved ~ John Graham, OAOA Board Member training program. As you work through Fall sports, move into Chair Softball Committee Winter, and prepare for Spring Softball, A Train-the-Trainer clinic will be conduct- consider the value in eating healthy, re- ed in the pre-season and a schedule of maining physically fit for the sport, check certification workshops will be conducted your uniforms & equipment early, go for umpires meeting OSAA standards. online for new and current rules, points of emphasis, updates, SRI Bulletins, and OSAA Reminder regarding uniforms, every soft- requirements. It takes year-round prepa- ball umpire must meet uniform require- ration to be the best you can be. ments per the OSAA Officials Athletic Handbook and posted on the OSAA and All softball umpires are encouraged to OAOA websites. This includes an all navy work toward the Goals of Good Umpiring. jacket. Many Associations are making Take the time to let John Christensen, Soft- decisions to wear what they want, rather ball Committee Chair ([email protected]) than follow OSAA requirements. or Larry Harwood, Softball State Rules In-

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OSAA Why Join NASO – what do I get for $103? with educational resources, information, in the officiating world. You simply will not publications and advice. find a more far reaching and comprehen- Advocacy. Like other authority figures, sive insurance package. It covers officials officials are often targeted for negative First and foremost is Referee magazine, working every game, every sport and at publicity. A primary focus of NASO - the the only national publication for sports every level. Nobody else does that! National Association of Sports Officials, officials, by sports officials. Each edition is to dispel unfair and malicious portray- provides education through rules infor- The NASO Sports Officials Security Pro- als of officials and shine a light on the mation, caseplays, quizzes, columns, fea- gram (S.O.S.) provides vital lifetime insur- strong character and positive accom- tures, news and interviews every month, ance protections. Because officials work in plishments of the individuals who offici- focusing on basketball, football, baseball, an injury-prone, dispute-ridden environ- ate sports. softball and soccer. ment, they need liability protection. The program also provides officials with per- Additionally, NASO fights for officials Insurance and Legal Protection. NASO manent protections plus defense costs to protections within the legal system and also functions to protect its officials from fill in “gaps” to any coverage already in state legislatures throughout the coun- lawsuits arising from their officiating ac- effect — and it provides you insurance try. NASO brings together leaders and tions. With NASO, everything you do as a when you do not have any other coverage organizations throughout sport to dis- sports official — from assigning games, to at all. No matter how many sports an offi- cuss and analyze how to improve work- working as a clinic trainer, to good old cial works, regardless of level, NASO in- ing conditions for officials. fashioned onfield or oncourt officiating — surance covers them — any game, any is covered by NASO’s Sports Officials Se- time, anywhere. Education. NASO believes that to im- curity (S.O.S.) Program. prove officiating, officials must improve. ~ Brad Garrett, OSAA To that end, NASO provides members NASO’s insurance program is preeminent Asst Executive Director OACA Oregon Athletic Coaches Association rather than the rule. We are one of a few OACA Awards Banquet. The OACA states that have coaches representation on will also recognize and honor two out- The Oregon Athletic Coaches Associa- all state committees and boards. standing officials with the OACA tion (OACA) is in the process of our “Official of the Year” Award. annual membership drive as we will Each fall we honor outstanding Oregon register over 3000 members. The High School Coaches for State, Sectional If you have a recommendation of an offi- OACA is a service organization for our and National “Coach of the Year” Awards. cial for this prestigious award, please state coaches. We are committed to We are pleased to announce this year’s contact Rob at our office. serving our membership by promoting “Coach of the Year” Award nominees: Oregon Coaches at the local, state and Craig Walker, Bend HS, David Turnbull, The Oregon Athletic Coaches Association national levels. We are fortunate that Summit HS, Craig Rothenberger, Junction (OACA) appreciates the working relation- our association (OSAA) under the lead- City HS, Tom Campbell, Tigard HS, Neil ship that has been developed with the ership of Tom Welter, present Execu- Russo, Newberg HS, Don Stearns, Mt. OAOA. The two associations work hand tive Director and Wes Ediger (previous View HS, Ward Lewis, West Linn HS, Mike in hand in professional development of Executive Director) have the foresight Crawford, Enterprise HS, Jason Hafner, coaches and officials. We are proud of to include coaches (OACA), Athletic McMinnville HS, Gary Fischer, Molalla HS, the improved working relationship be- Directors (OADA) and Officials (OAOA) Craig Ellingson, Crescent Valley HS, tween the two groups. in the decision making process con- Bruce Myers, Roseburg HS, Dick Bertel- cerning Oregon co-curricular pro- sen, Centennial HS, Chris Arnold, Crater If we can ever be of assistance please grams. Each association is represented HS, Steve Sheehy, Union HS, Kirsten Ruch- contact us: email: [email protected] on the OSAA Executive Board, Delegate aber, Jesuit HS, Donna Collins, Pendleton Phone: 503-399-9132 Assembly and all working committees. HS, Tim Sam, North Medford HS

By comparison to other states, these Oregon’s Coach of the Year Award Win- ~ Rob Younger, OACA types of relationships are an exception ners will be honored at the annual Associate Director OAOA Leadership Contact information for your OAOA Executive Board, State Rules Interpreters, and Sport Committees can be found by following the appropriate link below.

Executive Board Baseball Basketball Football Soccer Softball Volleyball Wrestling

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