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Football Official Resources

Fees, association rules, season schedule, uniform requirements, and everything else you need on the field.

Standards

Official Expectations

  • Arrive Early — Be at the field at least 15 minutes before kickoff.
  • Professional Appearance — Wear a proper football official uniform at all times. Looking professional is extremely important.
  • Know the Rules — Review the rules for each level before you step on the field. Rules can vary between associations and age levels.
  • Communication — Contact your assignor immediately if you will be late or need to cancel.
  • Incident Reporting — Report any ejections or conduct-related incidents to your assignor within 24 hours.
Compensation

Football Fee Schedule

Game fees for football will be provided directly by your assignor. Contact GT Officials with any questions.

AssociationDivisionFee Per Game
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Association Info

Association Rules & Policies

Each association may have specific rules and procedures. Information will be added here as it becomes available.

Association Info

[Football association rules and information will be added here. Contact GT Officials for current policies.]

Gear

Uniform & Equipment Requirements

  • Shirt — Black-and-white striped referee shirt
  • Pants — White knickers or black pants (check with your assignor)
  • Shoes — Black athletic shoes
  • Whistle — Bring your own quality whistle to every game.
  • Penalty Flag — Yellow flag required. Have a backup available.
  • Down Indicator — Bean bag or down indicator required for certain positions.
Quick Access

Links & Resources

Arbiter Login

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Rule Books

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Questions or issues? Reach out anytime.

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Common Questions

Football Official FAQ

Football Official FAQ

Contact your assignor as soon as possible. Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours in advance. Inside 72 hours, you are responsible for finding your own replacement.

For any scheduling questions, changes, or conflicts, contact GT Officials directly at 612-720-1822 or gail@gtofficials.com.

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