Join the association

A place in the game.

Officiating is a rewarding way to stay involved with football, serve local schools, and become part of a committed crew.

Your path to the field

Five clear steps.

No prior officiating experience is required. We'll help you learn the mechanics, rules, and expectations.

01
Register with KHSAA
Create your officiating account and pay the football licensing fee through KHSAA.
02
Introduce yourself
Email CKFOA Assignor Keith Morgan and let him know you are joining as a new official.
03
Join ArbiterSports
Accept the CKFOA invitation. ArbiterSports is where game assignments are managed.
04
Learn the rules
Complete Part 1 of the rules exam after your rule book and case book arrive.
05
Train with us
Attend CKFOA meetings and the dedicated training sessions for new officials.

Prepare for the field

Confirm current uniform expectations with the assignor before purchasing. Crew consistency matters.

Black football pants with a white stripe no wider than 1¼ inches for varsity games
Black shorts for non-varsity assignments when authorized
Black-and-white two-inch striped shirt with pocket and KHSAA logo over the heart
Black athletic socks, a black leather belt, and black football shoes with black laces
White KHSAA hat for the referee; black hat with white piping and KHSAA logo for all other positions

Ready when you are

CKFOA Assignor · New official contact