To become an American football referee, most people start out at the youth and high school levels. You simply need to find a high school association in your area. Doing a Google search usually works pretty well. For example, Google "football officials association san gabriel" or whatever location you are in.
There is a dire need of refs all across the country in all sports. It is a lot of fun to actually be out there and part of the game rather than just in the stands or on the sofa watching the game.
You do make some money, but you won't get rich doing it. In Southern California, high school officials make about $60-$70 per game, and youth officials make $50-$60.
If you would like more information on how to be a "ref", go to www.sgvfoa.com/be-a-ref.htm or send an email to BeARef@sgvfoa.com.
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