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01/30/17 – Baseball Online Rules Clinic Now Available

Baseball Blog Updates

The 2017 Online Rules Clinic that is required for all head and assistant coaches and licensed officials in the sport of Baseball is now available.

COACHES DEADLINE

  • January 30 – April 10 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches at no charge during this period.
  • April 11 – May 7 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($100) during this period.
  • May 8 – May 21 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($200) during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

OFFICIALS DEADLINE

  • January 30 – April 10 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials at no charge during this period.
  • April 11 – May 7 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials for the late fee ($30) during this period.
  • May 8 – May 14 – the Clinic may […]

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01/16/17- Reminder about Religious Uniform Accommodations

Athletic Department Blog Updates

Frequently in the NFHS Playing rules, there is a reference to the prohibition on items being worn by participants without documented evidence provided by the state association.

For example, in NFHS Basketball Rule 3-5-4e(b), there is a statement allowing head coverings for religious reasons that reads, “In the event there is documented evidence provided to the state association that a participants may not expose his/her uncovered head, the state association may approve a covering or wrap which is not abrasive, hard or dangerous to any other player, and which is attached in such a way it is highly unlikely it will come off during play.” 

In the event that an official encounters this type of head covering and is alerted to such by the head coach of the team (in any sport), officials should allow the wearing of the head cover (or other uniform accommodation) provided it does not appear to be dangerous to any other […]

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01/03/17 – ArbiterPay Option for Schools for Payment of Officials

Athletic Department Blog Updates

As was shared with those that were attendance at the Annual Meeting, the KHSAA has now finalized a review and approval giving member schools the option to pay licensed officials online (some schools have already started using this service) through ArbiterPay (A Division of Arbiter Sports).

While the assignment of officials has been done through Arbitersports.com in the past, this added resource (ArbiterPay) has been reviewed and approved by the KHSAA Board of Control and has been given positive referral by the Kentucky State Auditor’s office.

ArbiterPay Questions
What is ArbiterPay?
ArbiterPay or “RefPay” is the web based software that pays officials electronically through Electronic Funds Transfer (ETF). ArbiterPay is completely integrated with ArbiterOne so school administration can pay officials with the click of a button once the system is properly configured.

What are the benefits of paying officials through ArbiterPay?

  • Can eliminate vouchers
  • Eliminates check processing
  • Eliminates checks to the wrong official
  • Eliminates postage
  • Eliminates lost or stolen checks
  • Eliminates bookkeeping headaches
  • Eliminates stop […]

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  • 12/23/16 – 2017 Soccer Advanced Camp with Officiate Kentucky Day

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Soccer Officials planning for their summer and advanced camp requirement are advised that for the 2017 season, advanced camp credit will only be awarded for those in attendance at the KHSAA’s Officiate Kentucky Day on July 29 in Louisville.

    There will not be any other advanced camp offered for 2017. Those that need camp attendance to be eligible for Region/State assignments in 2017 are required to attend Officiate Kentucky Day. For those still wanting to work the Bluegrass State Games, that opportunity will still be available. However, no credit for the advanced camp will given for that participation.  

    Additional information on Officiate Kentucky Day (July 29, 2017) will be posted online at www.officiatekyday.org as finalized. Information on the National Association of Sports Officials Summit (July 30-August 1, 2017) will be posted online at www.naso.org.

    – KHSAA –

    The KHSAA staff routinely publishes blog posts to better communicate with its various constituencies and the public. For a list […]

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    12/12/16- Officiate Kentucky Day Information

    Baseball Blog Updates

    OFFICIATE KENTUCKY DAY
    Saturday, July 29
    Marriott Downtown – Louisville

    You are invited to the first-ever, Officiate Kentucky Day!

    What is Officiate Kentucky Day?
    Officiate Kentucky Day (OKD) is a one-day gathering of sports and sport activity officials from throughout the Commonwealth to celebrate the officiating industry.  This event allows the KHSAA to partner with the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) as part of their “state day” program and will showcase nationally known collegiate and professional officials as well as high schools officials to share their knowledge, skills and expertise in officiating.

    OKD will be a lead-in to the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) Summit that will follow July 30-Aug. 1, also at Marriott Downtown in Louisville.  

    Legendary sports officials and industry leaders including Jerry Markbriet, Billy Kennedy, Steve Shaw, Joe Crawford, Dean Blandino, Bill Carollo, Scott Green, Marcy Weston, Sandra Serafini, Steve Javie, Tom Lopes, […]

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    11/28/16 – Basketball Part 2 Test Reminder

    Basketball Blog Updates

    The NFHS Basketball Part 2 Test is available online from midnight Eastern Time on November 27 through midnight Eastern Time on December 12. The test will automatically close exactly at that time even if tests are in progress. Login at http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the test. A minimum score of 80 on the exam is required to be considered for assignment to officiate postseason play.

    First-year officials are NOT required to take the exam, however, if any first-year official has completed licensing requirements, the test may be taken.

    Any official determined to have been involved in the improper administration of the exam, including taking it for another official or having it taken by another official, will have the score disregarded for the year and be subject to other penalties in compliance with the jurisdiction of the office through the Federal Court Decree.

    Please also be mindful that the rules clinic remains free online through midnight Eastern Time January […]

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    12/14/16 – 2017 Baseball Advanced Umpires Camp with Officiate Kentucky Day

    Baseball Blog Updates

    Baseball Umpires planning their spring and advanced camp requirement are advised that for the 2017 season, advanced camp credit will be awarded for those in attendance at the KHSAA’s Officiate Kentucky Day on July 29 in Louisville.

    There will not be any other advanced camp offered for 2017. Those that need camp attendance to be eligible for Region/State assignments in 2017 are required to attend Officiate Kentucky Day or to attend camp in the winter/spring of 2018.

    Additional information on Officiate Kentucky Day (July 29, 2017) will be posted online at www.officiatekyday.org as finalized. Information on the National Association of Sports Officials Summit (July 30-August 1, 2017) will be posted online at www.naso.org.

    – KHSAA –

    The KHSAA staff routinely publishes blog posts to better communicate with its various constituencies and the public. For a list of those blogs, go to http://khsaa.org/news-stats-pubs/sports-blogs/

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    10/03/16- 2016-2017 Basketball Rules Clinic Online Now

    Basketball Blog Updates

    The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Basketball is now online for all coaches (head and assistant) and licensed officials.

    HEAD AND ASSISTANT COACHES

    • The clinic is required for ALL coaches at each school, head or assistant, paid of unpaid.
    • For member schools, the clinics are located on the School Log-in Page. To access the clinic, go to http://schools.khsaa.org and — under the section entitled Rules Clinics — click on the link that says “View Online Rules Clinics“. 
    • October 5 to January 9  – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • January 10 to February 5  – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period. This late fee will be refunded to new (first year) coaches (first time ever in basketball, not the first year at a school). If this first-year exemption is needed, contact […]

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    08/15/16 – Soccer Part 2 Test Now Available

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Soccer Part 2 Test will be available online from midnight Eastern Time on August 15 through midnight Eastern Time on August 29. The test will automatically close exactly at that time. Login at http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the test. A minimum score of 80 on the exam is required to be considered for assignment to officiate postseason play.

    Any official determined to have been involved in the improper administration of the exam, including taking it for another official or having it taken by another official, will have the score disregarded for the year and be subject to other penalties in compliance with the jurisdiction of the office through the Federal Court Decree.

    Please also be mindful that the rules clinic remains free online through midnight Eastern Time September 5. You will need to login at http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to view the clinic. After September 5, the clinic will be available online but only with the […]

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    08/15/16 – Volleyball Part 2 Test Now Available

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Volleyball Part 2 Test will be available online from midnight Eastern Time on August 15 through midnight Eastern Time on August 29. The test will automatically close exactly at that time. Login at http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the test. A minimum score of 80 on the exam is required to be considered for assignment to officiate postseason play.

    Any official determined to have been involved in the improper administration of the exam, including taking it for another official or having it taken by another official, will have the score disregarded for the year and be subject to other penalties in compliance with the jurisdiction of the office through the Federal Court Decree.

    Please also be mindful that the rules clinic remains free online through midnight Eastern Time September 5. You will need to login at http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to view the clinic. After September 5, the clinic will be available online but only with the […]

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    08/15/16 – Part 2 Football Test Reminder

    Football Blog Updates

    The Part 2 Test will be available online from midnight Eastern Time on August 15 through midnight Eastern Time on August 29. The test will automatically close exactly at that time. Login at http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the test. A minimum score of 80 on the exam is required to be considered for assignment to officiate postseason play.

    Any official determined to have been involved in the improper administration of the exam, including taking it for another official or having it taken by another official, will have the score disregarded for the year and be subject to other penalties in compliance with the jurisdiction of the office through the Federal Court Decree.

    Please also be mindful that the rules clinic remains free online through midnight Eastern Time September 19, however your assignments are subject to cancellation at any time for failure to complete the clinic. Certainly, no official should be officiating any contest at the high school […]

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    08/01/16 – 2016 Cross Country Rules Clinic Now Available Online

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Cross Country is available beginning today, August 1. Remember, the clinic is required of all officials as well as all coaches at the varsity, junior varsity and freshmen levels, and whether or not the coach receives pay.

    Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 8 to September 12 (Officials) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 13 to October 9 (Officials) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • October 10 to October 16 (Officials) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 8 […]

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    08/01/16 – 2016 Field Hockey Online Rules Clinic Now Available

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Field Hockey is available beginning August 1. The clinic is required of all officials as well as all coaches at the varsity, junior varsity and freshmen levels, and whether or not the coach receives pay.

    Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 8 to August 29 (Officials) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • August 30 to September 25 (Officials) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • September 26 to October 2 (Officials) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 8 to August 29 (Coaches) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be […]

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    08/01/16 – 2016 Soccer Online Rules Clinic Now Available

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Soccer is available beginning August 1. The clinic is required of all officials as well as all coaches at the varsity, junior varsity and freshmen levels, and whether or not the coach receives pay.

    Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 1 to August 29 (Officials) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • August 30 to September 25 (Officials) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • September 26 to October 2 (Officials) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 1 to August 29 (Coaches) – […]

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    08/01/16 – 2016 Golf Online Rules Clinic Now Available

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Golf is available beginning August 1. The clinic is required for all head and assistant coaches. 

    • August 1 to August 15 – the Golf Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • August 16 to September 11 – the Golf Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.
    • September 12 to September 25  – the Golf Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($200) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    The presentation can be viewed on most PC or Mac desktops and laptops, along with many HTML5 enabled mobile devices and tablets (to view system requirements click on the Resources tab from within the clinic once the clinic has […]

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    08/01/16 – 2016 Competitive Cheer Online Rules Clinic Now Available

    Cheer Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport activity of competitive cheer is available beginning August 1. The clinic is required of all officials (judges) as well as all coaches, varsity, junior varsity and freshman, and whether or not the coach receives pay.

    Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS (JUDGES)

    August 1 to September 19 (Officials) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    September 20 to October 16 (Officials) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    October 17 to October 23 (Officials) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    August 1 to September 19 (Coaches) – the Competitive […]

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    08/01/16 – 2016 Volleyball Online Rules Clinic Now Available

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Volleyball is available beginning August 1. The clinic is required of all officials as well as all coaches, varsity, junior varsity and freshman, and whether or not the coach receives pay.

    Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    August 1 to September 5 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    September 6 to October 2 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    October 3 to October 9 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    August 1 to September 5 (Coaches) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may […]

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    08/01/16 – 2016 Football Rules Clinic Now Available Online

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Football is available beginning August 1. THOUGH THERE ARE MINIMAL RULE CHANGES, one is major to the way the game is coached and officiated and both groups should take the clinic as soon as possible. Remember, the clinic is required of all officials as well as all coaches, varsity, junior varsity and freshman, and whether or not the coach receives pay.

    Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 1 to September 19 (Officials) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 20 to October 16 (Officials) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • October 17 to October 23 (Officials) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason […]

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    06/17/16 – Soccer Officials Advanced Camp Registration Open

    Officials Division

    Registration is now open for the 2016 KHSAA Soccer Officials Advanced Camp. This year’s camp will be held July 22-23 in Lexington. Licensed officials are required to attend this camp once every four years to be eligible to work Region/State postseason contests.

    Tentative Agenda

    Friday, July 22 – 1 p.m.-7:00 p.m. – Classroom Topics and Review at the KHSAA Office
    Saturday, July 23 – 8 a.m. until TBD – Field evaluations – To be scheduled around your assignments at the Bluegrass State Games

    Camp Fees

    $60 Advanced Registration (until July 15)
    $85 Late Registration (July 16 to July 21)

    To register for the Advanced Camp and pay (must be done individually), use the following link: Click Here To Register/Pay for Camp 

    Bluegrass State Games

    Please note you must also register to officiate games for the Bluegrass State Games. For directions on how to register for the Bluegrass State Games, click here

    Housing

    Housing is available at no cost through the […]

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    05/27/16 – Volleyball Officials Advanced Camp Registration Open

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Registration is now open for the 2016 KHSAA Volleyball Officials Advanced Camp.  This year’s camp will be held July 29-30 in Lexington.  Licensed officials are required to attend this camp once every four years to be eligible to work Region/State postseason contests.

    Tentative Agenda
    Friday – 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Classroom Topics and Review – KHSAA Office
    Saturday – 8 a.m. until TBD – On-court evaluation – two matches (schedules will be passed out Friday night – no guarantee of scheduled evaluation time). – Kentucky Basketball Academy

    Camp Fees
    $60 Advanced Registration (until July 15)
    $85 Late Registration (until July 16 to July 25)

    To register and pay (must be done individually), use the link below:
    Register/Pay for Camp Click Here

    Housing
    Housing is up to each individual. Should you need assistance with dorm housing, you may contact Paula Licato who is with UK Dorm Housing for a discounted rate. Contact her at paula.licato@uky.edu or by calling […]

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    3/03/16 – Softball Umpire Clinic

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    This is a reminder that the 2016 KHSAA Softball Umpire Clinic will be Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Franklin County High School. This clinic must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to umpire region or state tournaments, but will not replace the mandatory online clinic.  

    Camp Date

    Saturday, March 5, 2016

    Location

    Franklin County High School, 1100 East Main Street Frankfort, KY. 40601

    Umpires should park in the front of the school and go through the front doors and straight down the hall to the library on the right for registration. You should leave your gear in your cars.   

    Topics & Agenda (Times are EST)

    8:00-8:30 a.m. – Registration
    8:30-9:00 a.m. – Welcome, Introductions, Review Agenda
    9:00-9:15 a.m. – KHSAA Assistant Commissioner Darren Bilberry
    9:15-12:00 p.m. – Classroom Instruction
    12:00-1:00 p.m. – Lunch on your own
    1:15-2:00 p.m. – Plate Work/Base Work
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    02/09/16 – Softball Umpires Camp Registration Now Open

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Registration for the 2016 KHSAA Softball Umpires Advanced Camp is now open. This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to umpire region or state tournaments.

    Camp Date

    Saturday, March 5, 2016

    Location

    Franklin County High School, 1100 East Main Street Frankfort, KY. 40601 

    Camp Fee 

    $46.00 early registration before February  26.  
    $71.00 late registration after February 27 until March 3.

    Camp Staff

    Paul Lewis

    Kenny Clark

    John Smart

    Charles Standiford

    JT Taylor

    Tracy Spickard

    Tentative Topics & Agenda (Times are ET)

    8:00-8:30 a.m. – Registration
    8:30-9:00 a.m. – Welcome, Introductions, Review Agenda
    9:00-9:15 a.m. – KHSAA Assistant Commissioner Darren Bilberry
    9:15-12:00 p.m. – Classroom Instruction
    12:00-1:00 p.m. – Lunch on your own
    1:15-2:15 p.m. – Plate Work
    2:30 – 3:30 p.m. – Base Work
    3:30-4:30 p.m. – 3 person mechanics / Q&A

    You will need to bring all your plate gear. Everyone attending camp is required to be in approved KHSAA Umpire’s uniform.

    For additional questions, contact Darren Bilberry at 859-299-5472 or dbilberry@khsaa.org

    Registration
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    02/02/16 – Softball Online Rules Clinic Now Available

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The 2016 Online Rules Clinic that is required for all head and assistant coaches and licensed officials in the sport of Softball is now available.

    Coaches Deadline
    February 1 – March 7 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches at no charge during this period.

    March 8 – April 4 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($100) during this period.

    April 5 – May 22 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($200) during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    Officials Deadline
    February 1 – March 21 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials at no charge during this period.

    March 22 – April 25 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials for the late fee ($30) during this period.

    April 26 – May 7 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials for the late fee ($60) during this period. […]

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    02/01/16 – Baseball Online Rules Clinic Now Available

    Baseball Blog Updates

    The 2016 Online Rules Clinic that is required for all head and assistant coaches and licensed officials in the sport of Baseball is now available.

    Coaches Deadline
    February 1 – March 7 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches at no charge during this period.

    March 8 – April 4 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($100) during this period.

    April 5 – May 22 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($200) during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    Officials Deadline
    February 1 – March 21 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials at no charge during this period.

    March 22 – April 25 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials for the late fee ($30) during this period.

    April 26 – May 7 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials for the late fee ($60) during this period. […]

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    01/04/16 – Baseball Umpire Advanced Camp Registration Now Open

    Baseball Blog Updates

    Registration for the 2016 KHSAA Baseball Umpires Advance Camp is now open. This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to umpire region or state tournaments.

    Camp Date
    Saturday, February 13 – Hopkins Co. Central High School

    Camp Fee
    $50 early registration before Feb. 1.
    $75 late registration after Feb. 2 until Feb. 11.

    Camp Staff
    Clarence Coleman – 37-year veteran; KHSAA Assigning Secretary, Kentuckiana Baseball Umpires Association

    Keith Morgan – 38-year veteran; Umpire, Central Kentucky Umpires Association

    Keith Shartzer – 41-year veteran; Umpire, Kentuckiana Umpires Association

    Andy Strain – 38-year veteran; Umpire, Tri-State Officials Association

    Kyle McNeely – Former Chair NFHS Baseball Rules Committee and OHSAA Director of Officials’ Development for baseball.

    Tentative Topics & Agenda (Times are CT)
    8-8:30 a.m. – Registration
    8:30-9 a.m. – Welcome, Introductions, Review Agenda
    9-9:15 a.m. – KHSAA Associate Commissioner Butch Cope
    9:15-11:30 a.m. – Split into groups 
    11:30-12:30 p.m. – Lunch
    12:30-2 p.m. – Rotate Groups
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    10/06/15- Basketball Rules Clinic Online for 15-16

    Basketball Blog Updates

    The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Basketball is now online for all coaches (head and assistant) and licensed officials.

    HEAD AND ASSISTANT COACHES

    • The clinic is required for ALL coaches at each school, head or assistant, paid of unpaid.
    • For member schools, the clinics are located on the School Log-in Page. To access the clinic, go to http://schools.khsaa.org and — under the section entitled Rules Clinics — click on the link that says “View Online Rules Clinics“. 
    • October 5 to December 14  – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • December 15 to January 18  – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period. This late fee will be refunded to new (first year) coaches (first time ever in basketball, not the first year at a school). If this first-year exemption is needed, contact […]

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    08/11/15 – Football Rules Clinic Now Available Online

    Football Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Football is available beginning today, August 11. Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 10 to August 31 (Officials) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 1 to October 19 (Officials) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • October 20 to October 31 (Officials) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 10 to September 7 (Coaches) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 8 to October 5 (Coaches) – the Football Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.
    • October […]

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    08/10/15 Field Hockey Rules Clinic Now Available

    Field Hockey Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Field Hockey is available beginning today, August 10. Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 10 to August 31 (Officials) – the  Field Hockey Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 1 to October 5 (Officials) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • October 6 to October 17 (Officials) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 10 to September 7 (Coaches) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 8 to October 5 (Coaches) – the Field Hockey Clinic will be online only […]

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    08/10/15 – Volleyball Rules Clinic Now Online

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Volleyball is available beginning today, August 10. Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 10 to August 31 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 1 to October 5 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • October 6 to October 17 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 10 to September 7 (Coaches) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 8 to October 5 (Coaches) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.
    • October […]

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    08/10/15 Soccer Rules Clinic Now Available

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Soccer is available beginning today, August 10. Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 10 to August 31 (Officials) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 1 to September 28 (Officials) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • September 29 to October 10 (Officials) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 10 to September 7 (Coaches) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 8 to October 5 (Coaches) – the Soccer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.
    • October 6 to October […]

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    08/10/15 – Cross Country Rules Clinic Now Available

    Cross Country Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Cross Country is available beginning today, August 10. Below is additional information:

    OFFICIALS

    • August 10 to September 7 (Officials) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 8 to October 12 (Officials) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($30) during this period.
    • October 13 to October 26 (Officials) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($60) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    COACHES

    • August 10 to September 7 (Coaches) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • September 8 to October 5 (Coaches) – the Cross Country Clinic will be online […]

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    06/10/15 – Soccer Referee’s Advanced Camp for 2015

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Advanced Camp for Soccer referees will again be held in conjunction with the Bluegrass State Games. We will be taking applications for this camp beginning today. Camp is scheduled for July 24 & 25 and will cost $55 (officials will be compensated for each match officiated by the BGSG).

    As in the past, participants will be housed in a dorm on the UK campus (at no cost) through the BGSG organization. For information on the camp, visit our Soccer page on the KHSAA website, where you will find the information for the KHSAA Referee camp (Soccer Referee Camp Information).

    You must also […]

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    06/08/15 – Volleyball Officials Advanced Camp Date Set

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The 2015 KHSAA Volleyball Advanced Officials Camp will be held July 31-Aug. 1 in Lexington in conjunction with the Bluegrass State Games.  This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to officiate in region or state tournaments. 

    Camp Date/Site
    July 31-Aug. 1 – Lexington, KHSAA Office & Kentucky Basketball Academy (w/ Bluegrass State Games)

    Tentative Agenda
    Friday – 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Classroom Topics and Review
    Saturday – 8 a.m. until TBD – On-court evaluation – two matches (schedules will be passed out Friday night – no guarantee of scheduled evaluation time).

    Camp Fees
    $60 Advanced Registration (until July 13)
    $85 Late Registration (until July 14 to July 22)

     

    To register and pay (must be done individually), use the link below:
    Register/Pay for Camp Click Here

    Housing
    Housing is up to each individual. Should you need assistance with dorm housing, you may contact Paula Licato who is with UK Dorm Housing for a discounted […]

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    05/26/2015 – Officials registration is now open

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    This is being sent to all previously licensed KHSAA officials:

    Registration for all officials is now available by clicking the “Officials Login” button at the top of the main KHSAA website, http://www.khsaa.org/. The total registration fee for officials is unchanged from the rates for 2014-2015.

    The initial registration deadline for the 2015-2016 school year (July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016) is midnight on June 30. After June 30th, a $25 late fee will be assessed until August 14th. Beginning August 15th, a $50 late fee will be accessed AND officials who miss the initial deadline to register will be prohibited from participating in the postseason in those levels of sports or sport-activities where late licensing officials are specifically prohibited from assignment. 

    If you choose to mail the information form and include a check to the KHSAA there will again be an additional $10 charge.

    To register, choose the Officials Login button at the top right of the […]

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    3/23/15 Part 2 Test is now available for Softball, Baseball and Track and Field

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Part 2 Exam for Baseball, Softball and Track and Field are now available online through midnight Eastern Time on Sunday, April 5. There will be no way for anyone to take the test after the deadline. It is highly recommended that all registered officials take the part 2 exam.

    Login to http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the part 2 exam.  A minimum score of 80 on the exam is one of the requirements to be assigned to officiate postseason contest. The part 2 also allows for officials to obtain a level 2 or level 3 rating with the KHSAA (for details see the KHSAA Handbook beginning page 5 – Officials Guidebook Policies).

    Please remember that you must login to the officials page of the KHSAA website.  If you cannot remember your password, please choose the reset your password (in blue). This will take you through the steps to reset your password.

    Good luck on the test and this season!

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    03/06/15 – Advanced Clinic for Softball Umpires Cancelled

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Softball Umpires Clinic scheduled for Saturday March 7, 2015 at Franklin County High School has been cancelled due to inclement weather. If you had planned on attending and did not receive my e-mail from earlier this morning, please contact me at your earliest convenience. Thanks. Darren 

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    02/22/15 – Softball Umpires Advanced Camp Early Registration

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    This is just a reminder that early registration for the Softball Umpires Advanced Camp will end on Saturday February 28th. After this date the cost will go from 46.00 to the late registration fee of 71.00. The late registration deadline is Thursday March 5th. Registration information can be found by clicking on the following link:

    http://khsaa.org/2515-softball-umpires-advanced-camp-registration-now-open/

    Also, as a point of clarification attendance at previous training clinics will still count in regards to the required attendance once every four years. However, beginning with this year attending the camp will not count as credit for the Online Softball Rules Clinic. This clinic is still available free of charge until Sunday March 1st. Information on how to access the clinic can be obtained by clicking on the following link:

    http://khsaa.org/020215-online-softball-rules-clinic-now-available/

    Please let me know if you have additional questions. 

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    2/5/15 – Softball Umpires Advanced Camp Registration Now Open

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Registration for the 2015 KHSAA Softball Umpires Advanced Camp is now open. This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to umpire region or state tournaments.

    Camp Date

    Saturday, March 7, 2015

    Location

    Franklin County High School, 1100 East Main Street Frankfort, KY. 40601 

    Camp Fee 

    $46.00 early registration before February  28.  
    $71.00 late registration after February 28 until March 5.

    Camp Staff

    Paul Lewis

    Kenny Clark

    John Smart

    Charles Standiford

    JT Taylor

    Del Brantley

    Julie Johnson – Chairperson NFHS Softball Rules Committee

    Tentative Topics & Agenda (Times are ET)

    8:00-8:30 a.m. – Registration
    8:30-9:00 a.m. – Welcome, Introductions, Review Agenda
    9:00-9:15 a.m. – KHSAA Assistant Commissioner Darren Bilberry
    9:15-12:00 p.m. – Classroom Instruction
    12:00-1:00 p.m. – Lunch on your own
    1:15-2:15 p.m. – Plate Work
    2:30 – 3:30 p.m. – Base Work
    3:30-4:30 p.m. – 3 person mechanics / Q&A

    You will need to bring all your […]

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    02/04/15 – Reminder Baseball Online Rules Clinic Available

    Baseball Blog Updates

    The 2015 Online Rules Clinic that is required for all head and assistant coaches and licensed officials in the sport of Baseball is now available.

    Coaches Deadline

    February 2 – March 8 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches at no charge during this period.

    March 9 – April 5 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($100) during this period.

    April 6 – May 17 – the Clinic may be viewed by coaches for the late fee ($200) during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.

    Officials Deadline

    February 2 – March 1 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials at no charge during this period.

    March 2 – March 29 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials for the late fee ($100) during this period.

    March 30 – May 17 – the Clinic may be viewed by officials for the late fee ($200) during this period. […]

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    12/01/14 – Officials Part 2 Exam Available for Basketball and Wrestling

    Basketball Blog Updates

    The Part 2 Exam for Basketball and Wrestling is now available online through midnight Eastern Time on Sunday, December 14. There will be no way for anyone to take the test after the deadline. It is highly recommended that all registered officials take the part 2 exam.

    Login to http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the part 2 exam.  A minimum score of 80 on the exam is one of the requirements to be assigned to officiate postseason contest. The part 2 also allows for officials to obtain a level 2 or level 3 rating with the KHSAA (for details see the KHSAA Handbook beginning page 5 – Officials Guidebook Policies).

    Please remember that you must login to the officials page of the KHSAA website.  If you cannot remember your password, please choose the reset your password (in blue). This will take you through the steps to reset your password.

    Good luck on the test and this season!

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    11/24/14 – Baseball Umpires Advanced Camp Registration Now Open

    Baseball Blog Updates

    Registration for the 2015 KHSAA Baseball Umpires Advance Camp is now open. This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to umpire region or state tournaments.

    Camp Date
    Saturday, February 14 – West Jessamine High School, Nicholasville

    Camp Fee
    $50 early registration before Feb. 2.  
    $75 late registration after Feb. 2 until Feb. 12.

    Camp Staff
    Clarence Coleman – 36 year veteran; KHSAA Assigning Secretary, Kentuckiana Baseball Umpires Association

    Keith Morgan – 37 year veteran; Umpire, Central Kentucky Umpires Association

    Keith Shartzer – 40 year veteran; Umpire, Kentuckiana Umpires Association

    Andy Strain – 37 year veteran; Umpire, Tri-State Officials Association

    Kyle McNeely – Former Chair NFHS Baseball Rules Committee and OHSAA Director of Officials’ Development for baseball.

    Tentative Topics & Agenda (Times are ET)
    8-8:30 a.m. – Registration
    8:30-9 a.m. – Welcome, Introductions, Review Agenda
    9-9:15 a.m. – KHSAA Associate Commissioner Butch Cope
    9:15-11:30 a.m. – Split into groups for plate work, base work, […]

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    11/13/14 – NFHS Officials Publications Information

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The NFHS has a new look and this new look which includes an updated and user friendly webpage for officials. We wanted to share this information with you as this is a good way to stay up to date on information that the NFHS publishes in the way of news article and rules updates.

    To access the link go to nfhs.org, hover over the NFHS for you at the top of the page, then choose officials.

    The direct link is NFHS Officials link

    – KHSAA –

    The KHSAA staff routinely publishes blog posts to better communicate with its various constituencies and the public. For a list of those blogs, go to http://khsaa.org/news-stats-pubs/sports-blogs/

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    10/07/14 – Basketball Online Rules Clinic Notice

    Basketball Blog Updates

    The mandatory Online KHSAA Rules Clinic for Basketball is now available online. Below is additional information:

    October 6 to December 7 (Officials) – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.

    October 6 to December 14 (Coaches) – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.

    December 8 to January 11 (Officials) – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.

    December 15 to January 18 (Coaches) – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.

    January 12 to February 22 (Officials) – the Basketball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($300) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 […]

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    09/16/14 – Wrestling Fall Clinic Information for Officials

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Reminder that the fall clinic for wrestling officials will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at the Four Points by Sheraton Lexington located at 1938 Stanton Way Lexington 40511.

    This meeting does not count toward the mandatory online rules clinic requirement.

    The agenda is as follows: 2014-15 KWOA Fall Clinic Agenda

    Saturday – September 27th

    9:00 – 9:30 am: Registration – Mike Ford / Chris Reeves

    09:30 – 09:40 am: Welcome / Introductions – Chris Shaw

    9:40 – 10:00 am: Website / Facebook / Email / Interaction – Andrew Dennison

    10:00 – 10:20 pm: Arbiter Program – David Wolterman

    10:20 – 10:30 pm: Break

    10:30 – 10:50 pm: Referees and their Duties – Rocky Durham

    10:50 – 11:10 pm: Weigh-In Procedure – Eric Friddle / Mike Ford / Chris Reeves

    11:10 – 12:20 pm: Lunch

    12:20 – 12:40 pm:  Escapes & Reversals – Garrett Scotty / Kenny Lonkard

    12:40 – 1:30 am: […]

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    09/15/14 – Swimming and Diving Rules Clinic Now Online

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Swimming and Diving is now online for all coaches (head and assistant) and licensed officials.

    HEAD AND ASSISTANT COACHES

    • September 15 to November 30  – the Swimming and Diving Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • December 1 to January 18  – the Swimming and Diving Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.
    • January 19 to February 8  – the Swimming and Diving Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($300) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period.
    • After February 8, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply. 

    LICENSED OFFICIALS

    • September 15 to November 23 – the Swimming and Diving Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
    • November […]

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    08/29/14 – Part 2 Exam Ends Sunday; Free Clinic Ends Monday

    Cross Country Blog Updates

    We would like to remind all Football, Soccer, Field Hockey, Cross Country and Volleyball officials that the part 2 exam, which is a requirement to officiate a postseason contest in Football, Soccer, Field Hockey and Volleyball, is ending this Sunday, August 31st at midnight est.

    Also, the free period for the required online rules clinic ends for all fall sports officials in Football, Soccer, Field Hockey, Cross Country and Volleyball on Monday, September 1. Beginning September 2 there will be a $100 charge to view the clinic. If you have started and not finished the clinic, this will serve as your final reminder.

     

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    08/22/14 – KHSAA Licensed Officials Vendors

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Four years ago the KHSAA opened the door to multiple uniform vendors for our officials convenience in price and in location. Please help us honor the contracts these vendors have agreed to, adhered to, and pay for as they are proud to be the officials vendors for the KHSAA and the community of officials in Kentucky.

    As we begin the school year we wanted to remind our officials of the listing of KHSAA licensed vendors. These vendors pay a licensing fee to the KHSAA to be allowed to use the KHSAA trademarked logo that is required for several official apparel items required by the KHSAA. The use of any other vendor is prohibited as those vendor are not licensed to print or embroider the KHSAA logo.

    We also remind you that “retro fitting” or adding the logo to an existing uniform item is no longer allowed.  Our vendors know this and have been adhering to this policy. […]

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    08/04/14 – Volleyball Rules Clinic Now Online

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Volleyball is now online for all coaches (head and assistant) and licensed officials. 

    August 4 to September 1 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.

    August 4 to September 7 (Coaches) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.

    September 2 to September 28 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.

    September 8 to October 5 (Coaches) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.

    September 29 to October 19 (Officials) – the Volleyball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($300) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After […]

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    08/04/14 – Competitive Cheer Rules Clinic Now Online

    Cheer Blog Updates

    The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport-activity of Competitive Cheer is now online for all coaches (head and assistant) and licensed judges (officials). 

    August 4 to September 1 (Officials) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.

    August 4 to September 7 (Coaches) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.

    September 2 to September 28 (Officials) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.

    September 8 to October 5 (Coaches) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.

    September 29 to October 24 (Officials) – the Competitive Cheer Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($300) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during […]

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    06/05/14 – NFHS Basketball Rule Changes for 2014-2015

    Basketball Blog Updates

    Lane Players Can Release When Free Throw is Attempted in High School Basketball

    Players in marked lane spaces will be able to move into the lane when the ball is released by the free-throw shooter beginning with the 2014-15 high school basketball season. Previously, players could not release until the ball touched the ring or backboard or until the free throw ended.

    This change in Rule 9-1-4 was one of four major rules changes recommended by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Basketball Rules Committee at its April 14-16 meeting in Indianapolis. All recommendations were subsequently approved by the NFHS Board of Directors.

    The committee noted that the current rule of players in marked lane spaces not releasing until the ball touches the ring or backboard creates two obstacles for officials: 1) attempting to […]

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    05/21/14 – Officials Licensing for 2014-2015

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    This is being sent to all previously licensed KHSAA officials:

    Registration for all officials is now available by clicking the “Officials Login” button at the top of the main KHSAA website, http://www.khsaa.org/. The total registration fee for officials is unchanged from the rates for 2013-2014.

    The initial registration deadline for the 2014-2015 school year (July 1 to June 30) is midnight on June 30. After June 30th, a $25 late fee will be assessed until August 14th. Beginning August 15th, a $50 late fee will be accessed AND officials who miss the initial deadline to register will be prohibited from participating in the postseason in those levels of sports or sport-activities where late licensing officials are specifically prohibited from assignment. 

    If you choose to mail the information form and include a check to the KHSAA there will again be an additional $10 charge.

    To register, choose the Officials Login button at the top right […]

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    05/23/14 – Volleyball Officials Camp Registration Now Open

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Registration for the 2014 KHSAA Volleyball Officials Camps is now open.  There will be two camps this year.  This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to officiate region or state tournaments beginning in 2014.

    July 11-12 – Bowling Green – WKU E.A. Diddle Arena
    August 1-2 – Lexington – KHSAA Office w/ Bluegrass State Games

    Tentative Agenda – Both Sites/Local Time
    Friday’s Schedule
    6:00-6:15 p.m. – Registration
    6:15-7:00 p.m. – Game/Match Management
    7:05-7:50 p.m. – Professionalism in Officiating
                                  (Being a good partner/communicating attributes)
    7:50-8:00 p.m. – Break
    8:00-8:45 p.m. – Proper Mechanics and Rule Applications
    8:50-9:35 p.m. – Advanced Officiating

    Saturday’s Schedule
    8 a.m. until ?? – Officials on-court evaluations.  Officials will work two matches (R1/R2) and be evaluated.  There is no guarantee of when you will be […]

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    05/22/14 – 2014 NFHS Kickoff Coverage

    Football Blog Updates

    2014 Five Person Free Kick Coverage 

    Five-Game Official Positions for Kickoff

     I. KICKOFF

    II. REFEREE

    A. Before kick:

    1. Position: R’s goal yard line on the head linesman’s side just outside hash marks.

    2. Count R players.

    3. Check positions of other game officials.

    4. After ready signs have been received from other game officials, declare the ball ready for play and sound whistle and verify that at least four K players must be on each side of the kicker until the ball is kicked.

    5. If short free kick is anticipated:

    a. Take position near R’s 10-yard line.

    b. Be alert to assist other game officials.

    B. After kick:

    1. Kick down the middle:

    a. Signal clock to start (S #2) when kick is touched other than first touching by K.

    b. Pick up runner and […]

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    05/07/14 – Soccer Referee’s Advanced Camp

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Please take time to mark your calendars for this year’s Referee’s camp! The dates and site for the 2014 KHSAA Soccer Officials Camp have been set. The Advanced Camp for Soccer referees will again be held in conjunction with the Bluegrass State Games. This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to officiate in region or state tournaments. Details and registration information are being finalized, however we wanted to go ahead and alert you of the dates and site.

    • Camp Dates/Site: July 25-26, 2014 – KHSAA Offices in Lexington, Bluegrass State Games sites in Lexington and Versailles.

    – KHSAA –

    The KHSAA staff routinely publishes blog posts to better communicate with its various constituencies and the public. For a list of those blogs, go to http://khsaa.org/news-stats-pubs/sports-blogs/  

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    05/07/14 – Volleyball Officials Camp Dates Set

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The dates and sites for the 2014 KHSAA Volleyball Officials Camps have been set.  This camp must be attended once every four years to be eligible for assignment to officiate in region or state tournaments beginning in 2014.  There are two camps scheduled this year.  Details and registration information are being finalized, however we wanted to go ahead and alert you of the dates and sites.

    Camp Dates/Sites
    July 11-12 – Bowling Green, WKU E.A. Diddle Arena (w/ WKU Team Camp)
    Aug. 1-2 – Lexington, KHSAA Office & Kentucky Basketball Academy (w/ Bluegrass State Games)

    Tentative Agenda
    Friday – 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Classroom Topics and Review
    Saturday – 8 a.m. until TBD – On-court evaluation – two matches (schedules will be passed out Friday night – no guarantee of scheduled evaluation time).

    Camp Fees
    $60 Advanced Registration (until June 26 for Bowling Green/July 17 for Lexington)
    $85 Late Registration (until July 8 for Bowling Green/July […]

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    04/28/14 – Arbiter Reports Emailing Issue with Assigners who use Yahoo or AOL

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Officials and Assigners: The KHSAA received this email from Arbiter.  We wanted to make sure that you are aware of the situation.

    EMAIL:

    We are currently experience higher rates of email delivery failure for assigners using Yahoo or AOL email addresses due to recent policy changes that these two providers have implemented.  The policy they have adopted is called DMARC Rejection.  Basically, they are no longer letting non-Yahoo or non-AOL servers, send in their clients’ behalves.  Unfortunately, this includes our servers and any other website that was sending in behalf of AOL and Yahoo clients.  Yahoo began this policy on April 11thand AOL on April 22nd.  It is our belief that many others may follow suit. Here are a couple of articles on the policy changes:

    http://postmaster-blog.aol.com/2014/04/22/aol-mail-updates-dmarc-policy-to-reject/

    http://www.spamresource.com/2014/04/up-in-arms-about-yahoos-dmarc-policy.html

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    04/18/14 – Deadline for Free Baseball Clinic Tonight

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    This is a reminder for Athletic Directors, all baseball coaches and baseball umpires that the deadline to complete the 2014 KHSAA/NFHS online Rules Clinic at no cost is midnight tonight.  If you have already completed the clinic, please disregard this reminder.

    Below is the information on the clinic that we published in February to assist you in tracking and the remaining schedule.

    Athletic Directors – see the information below to assist you in checking on your coaches to make sure they have met the requirement. As a reminder, all coaches (head and assistant) are required to complete the clinic.

    The window for the free online clinic is Feb. 3 – April 18.

    Rules Clinics

    2/1 to 4/18, for 2014, the Baseball Clinic will be online only and may be viewed by coaches and officials at no charge during this period.

    4/19 to 5/10 for 2014, the Baseball Clinic will be online only and may be […]

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    04/10/14 – KHSAA Announces Official of the Year Nominees For 2013-14

    2013-2014 News Releases

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 10, 2014

    On May 4, the KHSAA will honor the top officials for 2014 at the Association’s 21st Annual Officials Recognition Banquet. The ceremony, conducted at the KHSAA Offices, honors the finalists for each sport in which the KHSAA licenses officials.

    Finalists in each sport were selected through a combination of their service to their association and excellence in officiating. One official in each sport will be named “Outstanding Official of the Year” for his/her sport in appreciation for their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state

    Outstanding Official Nominees

    BASEBALL – Harvey Baxter (Richmond), Jimmy Guerra (Fort Thomas), Chad Hasch (Shepherdsville)

    BASKETBALL – Rick Browning (Louisville), Michael Pangallo (Alexandria), David Smithmier (Paducah), Jason Wilkins (Central City)

    CHEER – Suzy Edmister (Richmond), Kris Alderman (Morehead)

    FOOTBALL – Steve Coleman […]

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    03/28/14 – Football 8th Region Official Association Interest

    Football Blog Updates

    TO ALL KHSAA FOOTBALL OFFICIALS –

    The 8th Region policy board and a group of regional officials are in the early stages of the possible formation of an 8th Region Football Officials Association, and have communicate such interest to the KHSAA. Interested officials should email your contact information (name, phone, email address) to eighthregion@gmail.com. Submitting this information is not a commitment to join that association nor is it a decision to leave another association, but will gauge interest in creating this association before investing resources. Gathering numbers and contact information of interested officials will give us a better understanding of the viability of such an association.

    If formed, the 8th Region Football Officials Association could possibly provide officials for the 8th Region schools listed below that have a football program, at one or more levels. As with all other associations, there would be no mandate for a school in the region to use a […]

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    03/25/14 – Baseball, Softball, and Track and Field Part 2 exam available

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Baseball, Softball, and Track and Field part 2 exams are available. They were opened yesterday and will remain open until Sunday, April 6th at midnight eastern standard time. It will not be possible to take the exam after the deadline. It is highly recommended that all registered officials take the part 2 exam, which is one of the requirements to be eligible to officiate in any postseason contest.  The part 2 exam also allows for officials to obtain a level 2 or level 3 rating with the KHSAA (for details see the KHSAA Officials Guidebook page 8 – khsaa.org/Publications/officialsguidebook/20132014/officialsguidebook.pdf). Please remember that you must login to the officials page of the KHSAA website.  If you cannot remember your password, please choose the reset your password (in blue). Good luck on the test and this season!

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    02/24/14 – Asst. Commissioner’s Comments on Cordia-Perry County Central Incident

    2013-2014 News Releases

    “On Friday, Feb. 21 an unsporting act took place in a boys’ basketball game between Cordia and Perry County Central. The officials assigned to the game ejected one student-athlete from Cordia who was directly involved in the incident and two student-athletes from Perry County Central for leaving the bench area. While video of the incident is available online, KHSAA Board of Control Policies state that the KHSAA staff is limited in the manner in which the video is used during the disciplinary process, unless the contest officials make a request for review of the specific incident. In this instance, the contest officials made no such request and therefore the KHSAA is not permitted to act upon video evidence, and must abide by the minimum required penalty of a two-game suspension for the Cordia player and a one-game suspension for each player from Perry County Central. Administration from Cordia has reported to the KHSAA […]

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    02/21/14 – KHSAA Officials Division-Local Associations Give Back

    2013-2014 News Releases

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FEBRUARY 21, 2014 

    Recently, the KHSAA received a notice and some newspaper clippings about a donation the Fifth Region Officials Association made to the Nelson County schools Youth Services Center. Upon receiving the note, the KHSAA contacted the regional officials associations across the state to find out more about the various ways organizations are giving back to their communities. The overwhelming responses received by the KHSAA are detailed below, but this list is in no way a comprehensive account.

    1st Region Baseball – Last season, a small boy was killed in a bus wreck in Carlisle County, and the officials of the Western Kentucky Baseball Association each contributed one game fee ($50) to the family at the regional tournament. This year, the association is starting a Joey Fosko Memorial Scholarship to be given every year to a Region 1 baseball player.

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    12/04/13 – Scorer’s Table Reference Available

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    Our hope is that your basketball season is off to a good start. We have updated and added a resource for Athletic Directors and Coaches on the general information tab of the basketball page to help with clock keeper guidelines and the nearly new point differential rule.  Please take the time to print this document and place it on the scorer’s table to be utilized by your scorer’s table crew.

    khsaa.org/basketball/basketballtimerandscorersinstructions.pdf

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    The KHSAA staff routinely publishes blog posts to better communicate with its various constituencies and the public. For a list of those blogs, go to http://khsaa.org/news-stats-pubs/sports-blogs/

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    12/02/13 – Basketball Part 2 Exam Available

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Basketball part 2 exam is available beginning today until Sunday, December 15th at midnight eastern standard time. There will be no way for anyone to take the test after the deadline. It is highly recommended that all registered officials take the part 2 exam, which is one of the requirements to be able to officiate in any postseason contest.  The part 2 also allows for officials to obtain a level 2 or level 3 rating with the KHSAA (for details see the KHSAA Officials Guidebook page 8 – khsaa.org/Publications/officialsguidebook/20132014/officialsguidebook.pdf).

    Please remember that you must login to the officials page of the KHSAA website.  If you cannot remember your password, please choose the reset your password (in blue).

    Good luck on the test and this season!

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    05/20/13 Officials Registration is Open for 2013-2014 School Year

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Registration for all officials is now available at http://khsaa.org/.  Please note that there has been an increase in the administrative fee due to increased cost in criminal records checks.  The total registration fee for officials in their first sport will be $65.00 ($40 administrative fee and $25 per sport) for the 2013-2014 school year.  The fee for each additional sport will be $25. For example to  register in two sports the fee will be $90. The fee for college students remains at $30.00 for one sport.

      The deadline to be considered ontime for the 2013-2014 season will be midnight on June 30.  After June 30 a $25 late fee will be assessed and this will prohibit your participation in post season assignments.     If you choose to send in the information and send a check to the KHSAA there will be […]

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    05/14/13 – Basketball Officials Camp Requirement Postponed

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Beginning in 2014, the KHSAA will re-institute a requirement for officials to attend an instructional camp once every four years in order to officiate various levels of postseason play, with a four-year phase-in period. Though we had talked about the requirement beginning in 2013, we are going to postpone the start until 2014.  The decision was made with several reasons in mind.  With the forming of new officials advisory committee, a directive that came from the KHSAA Strategic Plan adopted this spring, the KHSAA staff realized the it was premature to approve something for this summer without an active review by this group to help standardize officials camps across the sports, and to allow for time to develop training methods and materials.
    We want to make it clear that we encourage officials to find, and go to, […]

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    05/09/13 – NFHS Basketball Rules Changes for 2013-2014

    Basketball Blog Updates

    Head coaches in high school basketball will be allowed to come onto the court in an effort to break up a fight or keep a situation from escalating. Previously, the head coach could only enter the court if beckoned by an official.

    This revision to Rule 10-4-5 was one of five rules changes approved by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Basketball Rules Committee at its April 15-17 meeting in Indianapolis. All rules changes were subsequently approved by the NFHS Board of Directors.

    While the head coach and his/her assistants must continue to ensure that players remain on the bench during a fight, the committee agreed that the presence of the head coach on the court could be instrumental in preventing the situation from escalating, and the coach also could assist game officials in controlling the situation.

    In other changes, the rules committee approved the use of electronic devices during the game […]

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    03/25/13 – Clarification on Cold Weather Participation

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    The office has received several calls from people asking about a “Cold Weather Index” to parallel the existing Heat Index rules and regulations. At the present time, such an index does not exist in terms of a policy to eliminate participation at certain temperature combinations. However, the NFHS Sports Medicine Committee, as part of its 4th edition Sports Medicine Handbook provided to the member schools, has set up best practices documentation and suggestions to dealing with extreme cold. The recommendations are posted on the KHSAA web site at /sportsmedicine/nfhs/coldweatherrecommendations.pdf Please feel free to use this valuable resource document. If you need additional copies of the Sports Medicine Handbook, contact Marilyn Mitchell (mmitchell@khsaa.org) at the KHSAA offices.

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    03/18/13 – Part II Exam for Spring Officials is Now Open

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    For all baseball, softball, and track and field officials, the Part 2 Exam is now available online through midnight Eastern Time on Sunday, March 31.  

    Login to http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the test.  A minimum score of 80 on the exam is required to be assigned to officiate postseason play.  If you have forgotten your password, click on the blue “click here” in the first line on the login page.  This will take you through the steps to reset your password.

    Good Luck!

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    03/18/13 – NFHS Baseball Part 2 Test Now Online

    Baseball Blog Updates

    This is a reminder to all umpires that the NFHS Part 2 Exam is now open and available online.  A reminder, you must score at least 80 on the Part 2 Exam to be eligible for the postseason.  The window to take the test will close at midnight on Sunday, March 31, so make plans prior to that time to complete the exam.  Log on to the KHSAA website through the officials division to take the test.

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    01/30/13 Exos Braces Worn on The Forearm or Wrist Ruled are Illegal for Basketball

    Basketball Blog Updates

    Our office has been contacted several time regarding the Exos Brace being worn on the forearm or wrist.     NFHS Basketball Rule 3-5 article 2a states: A guard, cast or brace made of hard or unyielding substance, such as, but not limited to, leather, plaster, plastic, or metal shall not be worn on the elbow, hand, finger/thumb, wrist or forearm; even though covered in soft padding.   Because the dial is plastic this brace cannot be worn during competition.  We were able to confirm this ruling in a phone conversation today with the NFHS office.     WB_group_all.jpg

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    12/21/12 – Originially posted 10/25/12 – BK Official Scorekeeper Shirts and Running Clock Clarification

    Basketball Blog Updates

    We have received many calls asking about the official scorekeeper shirt.  The new rule reads that the official scorekeeper must wear a black and white garment to identify themselves at the table for players and officials benefit.  The KHSAA supports the rules of the NFHS and ask that schools make every effort to comply.  

    This garment may be a black and white sweater, t-shirt, etc.  We recommend an officials shirt as it is the most easily identifiable.  This also allows for an added element of professionalism to your table crew.  It will also be very helpful for players as they report in and for officials as they report to the table.  There will be no penalty for the lack of compliance at this time, but officials may report the non compliance to their assigners.

    Running Clock questions have also risen.  To clarify, once the running clock has started it will continue until the games end.  We also […]

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    12/11/12 – Baseball Umpire Camp Information

    Baseball Blog Updates

    Registration information for the 2013 KHSAA Baseball Umpire Camp has been posted on the KHSAA website.  Go to this link for more information.

    http://khsaa.org/httpdocs/baseball/umpirescamp.pdf

     

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    12/07/12 Part 2 Testing Ends Sunday

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    The Part 2 testing period will end this Sunday, December 9 at midnight eastern time.  There will be no make up period for any reason.  If you have not logged in to begin the test we suggest you do that today during business hours.  Our office will be open until 4:30 p.m. EST to be able to answer your questions or help you with any issues you may be having.

    We hope that your season are off to a good start.

    Happy Holidays!

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    11/26/12 – Basketball and Wrestling Officials Part 2 Test Now Available

    Basketball Blog Updates

    The Part 2 Exam is now available online through midnight Eastern Time on Sunday, December 9. Login to http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the test.  A minimum score of 80 on the exam is required to be assigned to officiate postseason play. If you have forgotten your password, click on the blue “click here” in the first line on the login page.  This will take you through the steps to reset your password. Good luck!

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    09/07/12 – Reminder about Weather Interrupted Football Games

    Athletic Department Blog Updates

    Based on the number of inquiries in the last few hours, it seems prudent to remind schools and officials about the required procedures involving interrupted football games.

    Basically, there is no such thing as a no contest. Regardless of how long or short games go due to inclement weather, it cannot be treated as though it never happened. Once it starts, it starts.
    Two valuable resources are laid out in the KHSAA policies. First, if you look at the Officials Guidebook, it clearly talks about the officials authority NOT being absolute on whether or not we resume. It says:

    SEVERE WEATHER / HEAT ILLNESS POLICY FOR ACTIONS BY OFFICIALS AT OUTDOOR SPORTS
    The Referee (Lead Official / Crew Chief) shall stop play in a contest or scrimmage at the first sound of lightning or thunder at the site. The playing site shall be cleared immediately of all persons. The contest or scrimmage may be resumed […]

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    06/21/12 Registration Deadline and Uniform Update

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    We wanted to remind you all that the deadline to register “on time” is midnight on June 30, 2012.  

    If you do not meet the “on time” registration deadline it means a couple of things:
    1) you will be charges a $25 late fee to register after June 30
    2) you will not be eligible for post season assignments

    Uniform transition period has been extended:

    Due to issues we had with the transition of our licensing policy, we decided to move our implementation of the uniform requirements back a year.  
    The following uniform and embroidery requirements are now accurate:

    1) Embroidered logo is required for state championship officials in fall of 2012-2013, but optional at all other levels.

    2) Embroidered logo is required for all postseason competition in 2013-2014, but optional during the regular season.

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    06/11/12 Officials Welcome

    Officials Division Blog Updates

    Welcome to the KHSAA Officials Blog. 
    We hope this this becomes a new and easy way to share information with all of our officials in a more relaxed manner.  This blog will allow us to share information with all of you about items that concern officials or issues that concern the schools.  You can join by choosing “follow this blog” or “follow by email” on the tabs on the right side of the page.

    Though many of you are “one sport” officials, it is important for you to know what is going on across the board with all of our officials.  Many times you many think a situation is “sport specific” but you would be surprised at the incidents that cross sport specific lines.

    We hope that you all are working hard to improve your skills over the summer by attending your local association training and meetings and/or going […]

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