Providing Veterans an opportunity to integrate back into their communities through sports officiating. VETS 2 REFS
Too often, members of our United States Armed Forces return home & find that life without a mission & team is tough to adjust to. We are providing them a vocation that allows them to serve again by becoming sports officals.
Founded by Mike Pereira, who ran the officiating program in the NFL for 12 years before becoming a rules analyst for Fox Sports NFL and college football telecasts.
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Are you a veteran or a service member who is interested in becoming an official? Eligible Sports & Application Period Football: January 1- October 1 Basketball: April 1 - November 1 Soccer: June 1- March 1 Baseball & Softball: July 1- March 1 Volleyball: December 1 - August 1 B2B does not directly provide officiating training, this will come from your local association.
1st year includes: Complete starter uniform for the sport you receive scholarship for Local officiating dues NASO (National Association of Sports Officials) membership which includes, comprehensive liability insurance coverage, subscription to Referee Magazine Get it Right (football only) 2nd & 3rd year: Local officiating dues & NASO membership Eligibility Requirements At least 18 years old Must be living in the United States Currently serving or have served in the United States military A first year official Have not previously received a B2B Scholarship
Apply online at Battlefields2Ballfields.org