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Welcome to the San Diego County Football Officials Association. We hope that this information will help you as you navigate your way through your first year as a football official.


Instructional Program

As you can see from the Meetings & Class Schedule there are numerous Wednesday night meetings, with some opportunities to work on the field during the preseason. You will be required to attend no less than 8 meetings, however it is STRONGLY suggested that you attend them all.

Classes will begin promptly at 7p, the rooms however will open at 6:30p. We recommend that you arrive early and talk officiating with your classmates and instructors. Be prepared before you come to class. You will not learn the rules and mechanics by osmosis and you will need to spend a great deal of time studying outside of class.

Once the season begins, you are strongly encouraged to attend a varsity game each Friday night. You will receive an ID card which will entitle you to free admission to any game during the regular season.