AAA-Non-Sports Blogs
09/3/25 – Reminder: Fall 2025 Esports Registration Deadline is 9/19/25
Before we get into our fall seasonal reminders, we wanted to let everyone know that, during our summer review meeting with PlayVS, we found out that Kentucky ranked third in the nation last year, behind Georgia and New Mexico, in terms of State Esports Participation!
In addition, Fayette County Public Schools was voted PlayVS’ School District of the Year for the 2024-2025 school year!
As far as reminders, the most pressing is our Registration Deadline
The deadline to register (and therefore, participate) in the Fall ’25 KHSAA/PlayVS Esports Season is Friday, September 19 @ 11:59 PM League Time.
Please get your teams registered and onboarded as soon as possible so we can make certain that we have enough participation in each of our seven titles to keep them in the KHSAA State Championship League – including our new Fall ’25 3v3 Title, Street Fighter 6.
New schools – you still have plenty of time! […]
09/02/25 – Golf Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year
The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Male and Female Student Athlete-of-the-Year among Golf participants for 2025-2026 is now open.
This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2025-2026 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/.
The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards event at Midway University in early summer 2026. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2025-2026 Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year announced at the event. All individual winners will also receive their recognition awards at that time.
The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year in […]
08/29/25 – Golf Regional Instructions and Postseason Reminders
Postseason instructions for participating in the upcoming regional golf championships have been published online at KHSAA.org (https://ly.khsaa.org/twmg). All coaches and competing schools should take the time to review the instructions carefully, even veteran coaches, to ensure familiarity with all KHSAA rules and regulations regarding these events.
As a reminder, any coach listed on the school directory who has met the KHSAA Coaching requirements (Rules Clinic, CPR, Sports Safety, Coaching Education, etc.) will be eligible to coach during the postseason. However, only one coach may give advice to a student-athlete at a time.
Entries must be submitted using the GF101 form contained within the instructions and referenced below. Regional managers are copied on the entry submissions to assist with the preparation of pairings.
REGIONAL INSTRUCTIONS/POSTSEASON UPDATES
- Region Tournaments are scheduled for September 22-24.
- A list of host/region managers can be found through the link below:
08/28/25 – KHSAA Board of Control to Hold Special Meeting September 2, 2025
Pursuant to KRS 61.826(2), Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) Board of Control President Greg Howard has called a special meeting of the Board of Control for Tuesday morning, September 2, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
- The agenda for the meeting is a single item, the consideration of the final proposal(s) to be considered by the Annual Meeting of the membership on September 18.
- The agenda is posted online at https://portal.ksba.org/public/Agency.aspx?PublicAgencyID=4374&AgencyTypeID=1&BeginDate=07-01-2025&EndDate=06-30-2026
- Per KRS 61.826(3), the meeting will be conducted by video conference, with all members requested to join via the Zoom platform, and no member will attend the meeting at the KHSAA offices.
- All members of the Board of Control joining the meeting shall remain visible on camera at all times while business is being conducted.
- Any member of the general public or media desiring to view the meeting may do so in the Theatre/Board room of the KHSAA main office at 2280 […]
8/27/25- REMINDER- KHSAA to Again Conduct Title IX Education Meetings for All Schools, Middle Schools Invited
As was mentioned at the recently concluded Regional Meetings, the KHSAA will again conduct two Title IX Webinars for 2025-26 on September 11th and 12th. These will be conducted via Zoom to afford the membership more opportunities to appear.
Thursday morning, September 11
- This session will be at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
- To register for this session, go to https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xhj-2VIOTICTs8d2oDl-7g
- The meeting should conclude no later than 12:00 p.m.
Friday morning, September 12
- This session will be at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
- To register for this session, go to https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_j3yKWsEQTKyVEiO0C-otKQ
- The meeting should conclude no later than 12:00 p.m.
THESE SEMINARS ARE NOT SOLELY FOR THOSE SCHOOLS WITH A FIELD AUDIT SCHEDULED IN 2025-2026.
This workshop should be extremely beneficial for all member schools as it will review the Title IX Education program that is conducted by the KHSAA as required by State Regulations. Since these meetings are being […]
08/27/25 – LSC stadium to host KHSAA Soccer State Finals
The KHSAA will hold its 2025 boys’ and girls’ soccer finals at the Lexington Sporting Club’s (LSC) recently completed stadium at 200 Shives Drive, Lexington, KY 40509 in Lexington on Nov. 1. Working with Mayor Linda Gorton, the Urban County Council and the Lexington-Fayette County government, along with VisitLex and Bryan Brooks and the staff at the LSC, the Association has been negotiating to hold its championships at that location for more than a year.
“We try, where possible, feasible and affordable, to place our final events in our state’s prime facilities. That is especially difficult in the fall when almost all of our colleges and universities are using their facilities nearly full-time for events and activities by their own students, especially with soccer and volleyball, and with the tremendous limitations on needed space, such as parking, while school is in session,” said KHSAA Commissioner Julian Tackett. “We are fortunate to […]
08/25/25 – KHSAA HYPE Student Leadership Conferences Registration Now Open
For the 25th year, the KHSAA will host its HYPE Student Leadership Conferences. Make plans to attend one of the two events scheduled for Monday, September 29, or Tuesday, September 30. Both events will be held at the Central Bank Center in Lexington
WHAT IS HYPE?
HYPE is a one-day student leadership conference where students will enjoy educational interaction with each other to discuss issues and garner information to take back and share/implement with their teams and student body. The event is staged and presented by the KHSAA Student-Athlete Group.
DATES/LOCATIONS
Monday, September 29 – Central Bank Center (430 W. Vine St. Lexington, next to Rupp Arena)
OR
Tuesday, September 30 – Central Bank Center (430 W. Vine St. Lexington, next to Rupp Arena).
COST
There is no charge to attend. Schools are responsible for transportation and meals.
REGISTER
Register here. The registration deadline is Tuesday, September 23. A […]
08/22/25- 2025 KHSAA Annual Meeting Reminder
This is intended for all KHSAA member school Superintendents, Principals, and Athletic Directors, and the links can be forwarded as needed.
ANNUAL MEETING
This reminder that the 2025 Annual Meeting of the membership of the KHSAA is to be held on September 18 at the Central Bank Center (FKA Lexington Center). Final agenda documents are being published as they become final in the coming days, but the meeting is expected to begin at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET. and conclude not later than 1:00 p.m. Details and requirements for the Annual Meeting Delegate are summarized below. To submit the name of your delegate, go to https://khsaa.org/ge38-annual-meeting-delegate-designation/
PLEASE BE MINDFUL THAT ELECTRONIC VOTING VIA SMARTPHONE IS PLANNED FOR THIS MEETING AND ENSURE THE DELEGATE IS PREPARED. MORE DETAILS FORTHCOMING
This meeting, which is not mandatory for membership, will not have a virtual option.
ANNUAL MEETING DELEGATE DESIGNATION
The Annual Meeting has continuous improvement/leadership training […]
08/22/25 -KHSAA Fall 2025 Esports Season & Title Change: Street Fighter 6 Has Arrived
We wanted to kick off the KHSAA Fall esports season with some general information, reminders, and an update on NBA 2K.
We appreciate everyone who has been interested and involved with NBA 2K. However, PlayVS is still in active discussions with the game publisher to align on future plans for the title within the scholastic esports leagues. While KHSAA and PlayVS don’t have final details to share just yet, this news impacts our Fall ‘25 season, and we will not be able to offer NBA 2K for the time being. With that being said, we are excited to announce we will be offering Street Fighter 6 as a new KHSAA championship title!
KHSAA Fall ‘25 Championship Titles
- League of Legends
- Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate
- Mario Kart™ Deluxe
- Rocket League
- Splatoon 3
- Madden NFL
- Street Fighter 6 NEW! (Rulebook)
KHSAA Fall ‘25 Important Dates & Schedule
- Enrollment is open NOW!
- Registration Deadline: […]
08/21/25 – Volleyball Season Updates and Reminders
Now that the first week of the 2025 girls’ volleyball season is coming to an end, we wanted to provide these updates based on early questions that have come to the office, as well as a clarification from the NFHS. These reminders will also apply to the boys’ 2026 season.
BALL SHAGGING BY OPPONENTS
This was a Point of Emphasis last year from the NFHS that dealt with sportsmanship. Opposing teams were asked not to shag balls during warm-ups. After a year review and consultation from the NFHS, our office has been advised that this practice is recommended should there be sportsmanship issues.
We had and still have, during the first week of the 2025 season, regions where it had been adhered to and where it was ignored. From here forward, it will be a local issue. Should it be deemed a sportsmanship issue, then it should be recognized; otherwise, the Association has no […]
08/21/25 – State Golf First Round Site Change (Regions 1-4)
After consultation and review with Golf House Kentucky, we feel the need to relocate the State First Round Tournament for Regions 1-4 to Calvert City Country Club for 2025.
We realize some teams may have already made efforts to play at Drake Creek Golf Club this season, but we believe this decision will result in the best experience for all participants. Hopefully, making this announcement now allows teams time to make logistical adjustments as they prepare for the state tournament. We appreciate Drake Creek’s understanding and willingness to be a part of the KHSAA State Championship, and hope to include them in the near future as the site rotation plan is expanded for future years.
Calvert City previously hosted the first round state event in 2023, and we are confident Adam Webb and his staff will do another great job with this year’s tournament, even on short notice.
– KHSAA –
About the […]
08/18/25 Football Online Rules Clinic for Coaches & Officials Now Available
The required KHSAA Football Online Rules Clinic is now available through your Arbitersports Eligibility Dashboard on KHSAA360.
COACHES
- Coaches should look for the 25-26 Eligibility tab labeled 2025-26 Football and clearly labeled Coaching at https://app.arbitersports.com/eligibility/coach
- The clinic is required for all coaches (varsity, junior varsity, and freshmen), regardless of whether or not the coach receives pay.
OFFICIALS
- Officials should look for the 2025-26 Football Postseason eligibility tab and clearly labeled Officiating at https://app.arbitersports.com/eligibility/official
- The clinic is required for all officials desiring to officiate post-season play.
FORGOTTEN PASSWORDS
- If you have forgotten your password, you will need to set your password on the arbitersports.com login screen (select “Forgot Password”).
DEADLINES – COACHES
- August 18 to September 7 – the clinic may be viewed at no charge during this period.
- September 8 to October 18 – the clinic may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) […]
8/18/25 Soccer Online Rules Clinic for Coaches & Officials Now Available
The required KHSAA Soccer Online Rules Clinic is now available through your Arbitersports Eligibility Dashboard.
The clinic is required for all coaches (varsity, junior varsity, and freshmen), regardless of whether or not the coach receives pay.
If you have yet to log into the KHSAA360 (Arbitersports.com) system prior to receiving this email, you will need to set your password on the arbitersports.com login screen (select “Forgot Password”).
For full instructions on how to access your Eligibility Dashboard to complete the Online Rules Clinic and the rest of your Bylaw 25 requirements, see below:
If you are having difficulties finding your requirements dashboard following the instructions above, it can be found at the following link:
https://app.arbitersports.com/eligibility/coach
Deadlines for Coaches:
- August 18 to September 7 – the clinic may be viewed at no charge during this period.
- September 8 to September 20 – the clinic may […]
8/18/25 – Field Hockey Online Rules Clinic for Coaches & Officials Now Available
The required KHSAA Field Hockey Online Rules Clinic is now available through your Arbitersports Eligibility Dashboard.
The clinic is required for all coaches (varsity, junior varsity, and freshmen), regardless of whether or not the coach receives pay.
If you have yet to log into the KHSAA360 (Arbitersports.com) system prior to receiving this email, you will need to set your password on the arbitersports.com login screen (select “Forgot Password”).
For full instructions on how to access your Eligibility Dashboard to complete the Online Rules Clinic and the rest of your Bylaw 25 requirements, see below:
If you are having difficulties finding your requirements dashboard following the instructions above, it can be found at the following link:
https://app.arbitersports.com/eligibility/coach
Deadlines for Coaches:
- August 18 – […]
08/18/25 – Volleyball Season Reminders on Rosters, Schedules and Results
This email is being sent to Athletic Directors and Girls’ Volleyball Coaches.
As the season begins today, we wanted to share some important reminders to assist you.
ROSTERS
Rosters with numbers are required to be entered and or updated in the KHSAA360 System (Arbiter). This is important as this serves as your eligibility list with regard to insurance. Check with your Athletic Director if changes/updates need to be made in the event you have not been given access by your athletic staff to make any changes.
Rosters were “rolled over” from last year, with underclassmen promoted to the next year in school accordingly.
SCHEDULE
All games are to be entered in KHSAA360 (Arbiter) by the host school. For those with tournaments, please enter them using the tournament manager/builder. For a refresher and other schedule entry updates, review Mr. Catron’s YouTube video here.
RESULTS/SCORES
Results are also to be entered in […]
08/18/25 – Volleyball Online Rules Clinic Available for Coach and Officials
The required KHSAA Volleyball Online Rules Clinic is now available through your Arbitersports Eligibility Dashboard.
The clinic is required for all coaches (varsity, junior varsity, and freshmen), regardless of whether or not the coach receives pay.
Note: If you coach/officiate both seasons – Girls and Boys, and complete the clinic in the fall, you will not be required to view a second clinic and will receive credit for the boys’ season.
If you have yet to log into the KHSAA360 (Arbitersports.com) system prior to receiving this email, you will need to set your password on the arbitersports.com login screen (select “Forgot Password”).
For full instructions on how to access your Eligibility Dashboard to complete the Online Rules Clinic and the rest of your Bylaw 25 requirements, see below:
If you are […]
08/18/25 – Cross Country Rules Clinic Now Available
The required KHSAA Cross Country Online Rules Clinic is now available through your Arbitersports Eligibility Dashboard.
The clinic is required for all coaches (varsity, junior varsity, and freshmen), regardless of whether or not the coach receives pay.
If you have yet to log into the KHSAA360 (Arbitersports.com) system prior to receiving this email, you will need to set your password on the arbitersports.com login screen (select “Forgot Password”).
For full instructions on how to access your Eligibility Dashboard to complete the Online Rules Clinic and the rest of your Bylaw 25 requirements, see below:
If you are having difficulties finding your requirements dashboard following the instructions above, it can be found at the following link:
https://app.arbitersports.com/eligibility/coach
Deadlines for Coaches:
- August 18 to […]
NFHS Learning Center Continues to ‘Protect the Purpose’ of High School Sports, Activities
Dr. Karissa L. Niehoff, NFHS Chief Executive Officer
The difference between high school sports and all other levels of sport in the United States? Education, without a doubt. And with the focus headed in other directions at the college level the past few years, the NFHS is leading the way to ensure that high school sports remain focused on the EDUCATION in education-based sports and other activity programs.
Today, the NFHS is launching its Protect the Purpose campaign. The goal is to help high school students learn valuable lessons through participation in high school athletics and activities that prepare them for successful lives and careers. This special emphasis will help state associations, coaches, administrators and others to keep sports competitively balanced, minimize the risk of injury for students and keep programs focused on education.
While the Protect the Purpose campaign is new, the focus on education has been the […]
08/08/25 – Golf Online Rules Clinic Now Available
The required KHSAA Golf Online Rules Clinic is now available through your Arbitersports Eligibility Dashboard.
The clinic is required for all coaches (varsity, junior varsity, and freshmen), regardless of whether or not the coach receives pay.
If you have yet to log into the KHSAA360 (Arbitersports.com) system prior to receiving this email, you will need to set your password on the arbitersports.com login screen (select “Forgot Password”).
For full instructions on how to access your Eligibility Dashboard to complete the Online Rules Clinic and the rest of your Bylaw 25 requirements, see below:
Accessing_and_Completing_Online_Rules_Clinics_and_Other_Bylaw_25_Requirements_on_ArbiterSports
If you are having difficulties finding your requirements dashboard following the instructions above, it can be found at the following link: https://app.arbitersports.com/eligibility/coach
Deadlines for Coaches:
- August 8 – August 21 – the clinic may be viewed at no charge during this period.
- August 22 – September 6 – the clinic may be […]
08/06/25 – KHSAA360: Fall Season Scheduling Updates and Reminders
We hope that your athletic school year is off to a great start! Rob Catron created this 12-minute video that contains reminders, tips and a couple of new tools that schools can use for scheduling.
The video can be viewed at the following link:
Please do not hesitate to reach out to Rob with any questions (rcatron@khsaa.org) and again, thank you for your continued patience throughout the process. We will see you at the upcoming regional meetings!
08/04/25 – Brian Milam joins KHSAA Executive Staff
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUG. 04, 2025
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association introduces an addition to its Executive Staff today with the hiring of Louisville native Brian Milam from WKYT-TV in Lexington as its Communications and Media Relations Director. Milam joins the Communications team at the Association and fills the vacancy held by Connor Link, who departed this summer.
“We are extremely pleased to add Brian to our communication team. His passion for high school athletics and athletes is well known and has been shown in his decades-long work with two Kentucky CBS affiliate stations,” said KHSAA Commissioner Julian Tackett. “Brian has worked with many of our member schools, athletic directors, coaches, athletes, our staff and various media across the state. Taking this step for him and KHSAA comes at a great time, and working with our Publications and Event Services Director, Jenny Elder, will give us a tremendous communications team. […]
08/01/25 – Board of Control conducts first meeting of 2025-26
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUG. 1, 2025
The KHSAA Board of Control conducted its first regularly scheduled meeting of the 2025-26 academic year on Thursday and Friday in Louisville, approving a review of proposals to be considered at the 2025 Annual Meeting and preparing for discussions that will continue to serve and meet the member schools’ needs.
A two-day series of meetings began with an orientation for new and returning Board members and then launched into the full Board work session on Thursday afternoon, followed by conducting the full Board Meeting on Friday. The Board and staff welcomed new Board members, Jeremy Roach of Princeton and Terry Yeast of Winchester.
“The first meeting each year offers a great opportunity for our new board members to become familiar with the process of these meetings and with our staff members,” said Commissioner Julian Tackett. “The first meeting is always one […]
07/29/25 – Arbiter Back To School Webinars
In addition to the in-person KHSAA Regional Meetings that the Commissioner has shared previously (reference post https://khsaa.org/06-18-25-2025-2026-regional-meetings-for-athletic-administrators/), there are several upcoming Arbiter-led back-to-school online webinars
Note that these are additional opportunities and do not take the place of the annual state-wide regional meetings for administrators listed in the Commissioner’s post above.
WEBINAR SCHEDULE
- Monday, August 4 & 11 @ 1:00 PM EST Arbiter Game: How to Set Up Schedules and Accounts – Covering setup steps for your teams, events, and users.
- Tuesday, August 5 & 12 @ 1:00 PM EST Arbiter Registration: Create and Manage Programs, Forms, Eligibility and more. Walkthrough of how to manage registrations and meet school & state requirements.
- Wednesday, August 6 & 13 @ 1:00 PM […]
07/18/25 – NFHS Announces Girls’ Lacrosse Playing Rule Changes
Five Rules Changes Approved For 2026 High School Girls’ Lacrosse Season
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
INDIANAPOLIS – Improving game flow and pace of play are the primary focuses of the 2026 high school girls’ lacrosse rules changes.
Five rules changes were recommended by the NFHS Girls’ Lacrosse Rules Committee during its annual meeting last June at The Alexander in Indianapolis. All proposals were later approved by the NFHS Board of Directors.
A change to Rule 5-2 Penalty 1 (Starting Play – Draw) allows any player to take the free position when one player draws illegally. Also, for Rule 7-3 Penalties 1a and 3a (Deputy Rules), the offending player shall be placed 4 meters away (instead of behind) from the player taking the free position for a goal circle foul.
Rule 4-3-3d, e, aligns the restart procedure after a possession time-out when the goalkeeper has possession of the ball […]
07/17/25 – NFHS Announces Track & Field Rule Changes
Addition of Javelin Specifications Highlight High School Track & Field Rules Revisions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
INDIANAPOLIS – With 21 state associations now incorporating the javelin into outdoor track & field competition, the NFHS Track & Field Rules Committee voted to move the implement construction specifications into the Track & Field Rules Book, effective with the 2026 season.
The addition of javelin specifications was one of 11 changes recommended by the committee at its June meeting in Indianapolis, all of which were subsequently approved by the NFHS Board of Directors.
“Moving the implement construction specifications for the javelin into the rules book provides greater clarity, consistency and accessibility for high school coaches, athletes and meet officials,” said Julie Cochran, NFHS director of sports and liaison to the Track & Field Rules Committee. “By incorporating the construction requirements directly into the NFHS Track & Field Rules Book, we ensure that all […]
07/16/25 – NFHS Announces Softball Playing Rule Changes
Electronic Communication by Players Clarified in High School Softball
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
INDIANAPOLIS – No player shall be allowed to transmit or record audio or video from the playing surface in high school softball. This new language in Rule 1-8-6 of the NFHS Softball Rules Book further clarifies the use of electronic devices and what is permitted in the sport after language was added last year to allow for electronic communication for coaching purposes.
This change was the highlight of the NFHS Softball Rules Committee’s rules recommendations as a result of the committee’s annual rules meeting held last June at The Alexander hotel in Indianapolis. The NFHS Board of Directors subsequently approved the rules changes to take effect next year.
“While increased media exposure has positively influenced the growth and visibility of softball, the committee determined that the potential risks associated with players transmitting or recording audio or video through devices […]
07/15/25 – KHSAA360: Importing New Students for 2025-26
A quick reminder for those schools that do not use Arbiter Registration, you can import incoming 7th graders (and any other new students) into your Eligibility>Student List. This may save you time, especially for a larger school. Remember that new students must be on the student list in order for them to be selected on individual rosters. To import: Download the template from the Student list
then: 
This is a view of a template: 
As long as you can get an export from any student system that you are using, you can simply copy and paste into those columns. You can enter as much information as you want, but obviously, you would need to at least import the basics of student ID, name, and graduating […]
07/15/25 – NFHS Announces Boys’ Lacrosse Playing Rule Changes
12 Rules Changes Approved Ahead of 2026 High School Boys’ Lacrosse Season
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
INDIANAPOLIS – Among the changes for the 2026 high school boys’ lacrosse season, no defensive player other than a properly equipped goalkeeper can enter the team’s own crease with the perceived intent of blocking a shot or acting as a goalkeeper, or a personal foul for illegal equipment will be called as a non-releasable foul.
This topic highlighted 12 rules changes recommended by the NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Committee during its annual meeting last June at The Alexander in Indianapolis. All proposed changes were subsequently accepted by the NFHS Board of Directors.
The changes to Rules 4-18-4 PENALTY, 5-6-2 (NEW), 5-10 and 6-6-4 minimize risk of injury by discouraging players who are not properly equipped from acting as a goalkeeper by making the penalty more severe.
Relatedly, goalkeepers will no longer be given a maximum of five seconds […]
07/14/25 – NFHS Announces Baseball Playing Rule Changes
Double First Base Introduced into High School Baseball
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
INDIANAPOLIS – Beginning with the 2027 season, a double first base will be required in high school baseball games to minimize the risk of collisions by runners and fielders.
This rule revision was one of 10 proposed by the NFHS Baseball Rules Committee during its annual meeting held last June at The Alexander hotel in Indianapolis. The rules changes were accepted by the NFHS Board of Directors.
New language was added to Rule 1-2-9, noting that the double first base must be white and a contrasting solid color. The white portion of the base is located in fair territory, while the colored half is located in foul territory, split by the first base foul line. There is to be no space between the two portions of the double base.
“Adding the double first base is symbolic […]
Emerging/Candidacy Offering-Girls Flag Football
width=”1000″ height=”1000″ frameborder=”0″ marginwidth=”0″ marginheight=”0″ scrolling=”yes”KHSAA/KMA Position Statement and Recommended Guidance Exertional Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion Recognition and Treatment
KHSAA/KMA Position Statement and Recommended Guidance Exertional Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion Recognition and Treatment
07/10/25 – KHSAA360 Rosters Open for Entry for 2025-2026
Good morning. On behalf of the entire staff, it is our hope that many of you, as building and athletic administrators, are back and ready to go after taking advantage of the only two “down” weeks of the athletics year with the dead period!
This is the second school year that our online rosters have been in the KHSAA360 (Arbiter) platform. There are no major changes to the 360 roster management from last school year. Rosters have been rolled from the previous year, and may now be edited for the coming seasons as well as sport and sport-activity offerings.
Important Reminder:
STUDENTS MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN INTERSCHOLASTIC COMPETITION (including scrimmages and contests), AND SUCH SCRIMMAGES AND CONTESTS CANNOT BE HELD BY MEMBER SCHOOLS WITHOUT A VALID ROSTER BEING ONLINE! The KHSAA360 system is the only system for roster and schedule entry that meets KHSAA rules and requirements in all sports.
Student List
First, […]
07/02/25 – KHSAA, Friends of Coal Announce Inaugural Friends of Coal Captains Club Honorees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JULY 2, 2025
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association, in partnership with Friends of Coal Kentucky, is proud to introduce the Friends of Coal Captains Club, a new initiative that recognizes and celebrates exceptional student-athlete leaders from across the Commonwealth.
The Friends of Coal Captains Club honors student-athletes who not only excel in their sport but also demonstrate leadership, resilience and a deep commitment to their teammates and communities. These values are at the core of both Kentucky’s coal industry and interscholastic athletics.
“The Friends of Coal Captains Club is about more than athletic performance – it’s about character, teamwork and the perseverance that defines both Kentucky coal miners and our student-athletes,” said Terry Marsh, Chairman of Friends of Coal Kentucky. “These captains represent the best of our schools and our communities.”
“There is no doubt that the rich history and importance of the coal industry and the border-to-border community importance of […]
07/01/25 – Fromeyer Named 2024-25 Officials Supervisor of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JULY 1, 2025
Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials, as well as a single supervisor of officials from among those sports. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.
In addition to one official in each sport being named Outstanding Official of the Year, the KHSAA also recognizes the Larry G. Boucher Officials Supervisor of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers, coaches throughout the state and additional staff review.
The Larry G. Boucher Officials Supervisor of the Year for the 2024-25 school year is Steve Fromeyer of Newport for his outstanding efforts in the sport […]
06/30/25 – Thornsburg Named 2024-25 Baseball Official of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 30, 2025
Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.
One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.
The Outstanding Official of the Year for the 2024-25 baseball season is Tony Thornsburg of Covington. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.
With officiating numbers declining at the national level, the […]
06/30/25 – Welch Named 2024-25 Softball Official of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 30, 2025
Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.
One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.
The Outstanding Official of the Year for the 2024-25 softball season is Stephanie Welch of Louisville. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.
With officiating numbers declining at the national level, the […]
06/30/25 – Morton Named 2024-25 Track & Field Official of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 30, 2025
Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.
One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.
The Outstanding Official of the Year for the 2024-25 track & field season is Kenny Morton of Louisville. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.
With officiating numbers declining at the national […]
06/26/25 – Cecil Named 2024-25 Boys’ Lacrosse Official of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 26, 2025
Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.
One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.
The Outstanding Official of the Year for the KHSAA’s inaugural boys’ lacrosse season is Andy Cecil of Winchester. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.
With officiating numbers declining at the national […]
06/26/25 – Cooksey Named 2024-25 Girls’ Lacrosse Official of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 26, 2025
Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.
One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.
The Outstanding Official of the Year for the KHSAA’s inaugural girls’ lacrosse season is Mary Cooksey of Louisville. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.
With officiating numbers declining at the national […]
06/25/25 – Franklin Named 2024-25 Boys’ Volleyball Official of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 25, 2025
Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.
One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.
The Outstanding Official of the Year for the KHSAA’s inaugural boys’ volleyball season is Tony Franklin of Franklin. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.
With officiating numbers declining at the national […]
2025-26 KHSAA Board of Control Members
Greg Howard
President, 2025-2026
Director, 2023-2027
Russellville
District Athletic Director
Warren County Schools
Regions 3-4
Damon Kelley
President-Elect, 2025-2026
Director, 2025-2029
Lexington
Athletic Director
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Regions 11-12
Brandy Carver
Director, 2023-2027
Morehead
Rowan County Schools
Assistant Superintendent
Regions 9-16
Brian Courtney
Director, 2022-2026
Cox’s Creek
Chief Operating Officer
Bardstown City Schools
Regions 1-8
Noel Crum
Director, 2024-2028
Stambaugh
Johnson County Schools
Assistant Superintendent
Regions 15-16
James Demler
Director, 2024-2028
Covington
Athletic Director
St. Henry District
Regions 9-16
Claudette Herald
Director, 2024-2028
Dry Ridge
Superintendent
Oldham County Public Schools
Regions 1-8
Mandi Hudson
Director, 2023-2027
Georgetown
KDE Appointed Member
Safety Engineer, TMMK
Randy McCallon
Director, 2022-2026
Murray
KDE Appointed Member
Retired Educator
More
06/18/25 – Dance Region Dates/Sites for 2025
The following schools are dates/sites for the 2025 Dance Regionals.
Regions Site Date 1-2 Daviess County November 9 3-4 Scott County November 8
Contact Assistant Commissioner Sarah Bridenbaugh (sbridenbaugh@khsaa.org) should you have any questions pertaining to dance.
– KHSAA –
About the Kentucky High School Athletic Association
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association was organized in 1917 and is the agency designated by the Kentucky Department of Education to manage high school athletics in the Commonwealth. The Association is a voluntary nonprofit 501(c)3 organization made up of 289 member schools, both public and non-public. The KHSAA awards 229 state championships to 72 teams and 270 individuals in 21 sports and six sport-activities, funds catastrophic insurance coverage for its more than 109,000 rostered member school student-athletes, provides coaching education and sports safety programs for more than 12,000 coaches and licenses and facilitates the distribution of training material for over 4,000 contest officials.
2025-26 KHSAA Board of Control Meeting Dates
Thursday, July 30 to Friday, August 1, Organizing and Planning, Strategic Goals and Objectives Discussion and First Meeting, Hyatt Regency, Louisville
Wednesday, September 17 (Lexington)
Thursday, September 18, Annual Meeting Delegate Assembly, Central Bank Center Convention Center
Thursday, November 13 (Lexington)
Thursday, January 15 (Lexington)
Thursday, February 19 (Lexington)
Wednesday/Thursday, May 5-6 (Lexington)
2025-26 KHSAA Board of Control Committees Assignments
President Greg Howard, President-Elect Damon Kelley
Executive Committee-Audit/Finance/Evaluation/Leadership Team
Wilhoite, Matt (Finance Chair)
Howard, Greg (Board President)
Kelley, Damon (Board President-Elect)
Roach, Jeremy
Herald, Claudette
McCallon, Randy
Mullins, Chuck
Thompson, Russell
Hall of Fame Selection Committee
BOARD- 2nd-year members (2028) and 4th-year members (2026)
STAFF- (A minimum of 5 staff members)
MEDIA- (A minimum of 9 media representatives)
Hall of Fame Screening Committee
BOARD-1st-year members (2029) and 3rd-year members (2027)
STAFF- (A minimum of 5 staff members)
MEDIA (A minimum of 9 media representatives)
Whistle Blower Committee (4th-year members)
Courtney, Brian *
McCallon, Randy *
Moir, Donna *
Phillips, Michael *
Zuberer, David *
NFHS Summer Meeting (2nd-year members entering the third year, 3rd0year members entering their fourth year, plus President, President-Elect, and any serving former President)
Wilhoite, Matt
Howard, Greg
Carver, Brandy *
Courtney, Brian *
Hudson, Mandi *
McCallon, Randy *
Phillips, Michael *
Williams, Denny *
Zuberer, David *
SITE […]
06/18/25- 2025-2026 Regional Meetings for Athletic Administrators
The following is the schedule of meetings for this fall as we rotate into places where it may have been a year or two since we have been able to host. We are also thankful to be coming to other fantastic partner schools that are centrally located to the attendees.
- Aug 12, 2025, Caldwell County High School, Princeton, 8:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
- Aug 13, 2025, Hart County High School, Munfordville, 9:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
- Aug 14, 2025, South Warren High School, Bowling Green, 8:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
- Aug 19, 2025, Elkhorn Crossing School, Georgetown, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Includes KHSAA360 Deeper Dive
- Aug 20, 2025, Scott High School, Taylor Mill, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Includes KHSAA360 Deeper Dive
- Aug 21, 2025, Valley High School, Valley Station, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Includes KHSAA360 Deeper Dive
- Aug. 26, 2025, Mountain Arts Center, Prestonsburg, 8:00 […]
06/14/25 – Gary Ball Receives Bob White/Mike Fields Media Service Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 14, 2025
Gary Ball, the third-ever recipient of the newly instituted Bob White/Mike Fields Media Service Award, was honored on Saturday prior to the championship game of the 2025 Clark’s Pump-N-Shop Baseball State Tournament presented by UK HealthCare at Kentucky Proud Park on the campus of the University of Kentucky in Lexington.
The Bob White/Mike Fields Media Service Award is presented to an individual in recognition of a career promoting student-athletes, coaches and officials throughout the Commonwealth, as well as for devoted service to interscholastic athletics.
Ball has been involved in the promotion of high school athletics for more than three decades, including the last 23 years as host and producer of the Scholastic Ball Report on WKYT. A graduate of the University of Kentucky and Boone County High School, Ball serves as on-air talent for both PrepSpin and khsaa.tv on the NFHS Network.
Ball joins Ivan Rice and Rick Shaw, […]
Current Year Hall of Fame Information
Scores Powered by Riherds.com
Visit Our Official KHSAA Sponsors
