{"id":1656,"date":"2025-10-16T08:51:51","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T14:51:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfoaonline.com\/?p=1656"},"modified":"2025-10-16T08:57:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T14:57:34","slug":"cfoa-2025-meeting-replay-4-of-5-october-15th-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cfoaonline.com\/cfoa-2025-meeting-replay-4-of-5-october-15th-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"CFOA 2025 Meeting Replay – 4 of 5 – October 15th, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Meeting Summary<\/b><\/p>

The meeting focused on officiating mechanics, rule exceptions, and the importance of consistency in managing unsportsmanlike conduct ahead of the upcoming playoffs.<\/p>

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    • Meeting marks the 4th of five statewide CFOA meetings, with playoffs starting on November 6.<\/li>
    • Officials must enter block dates in Arbiter and communicate with area directors.<\/li>
    • Registration for fall 2026 opens soon; officials should register promptly.<\/li>
    • Damian Savolt discusses offensive pass interference mechanics and emphasizes communication among officials.<\/li>
    • Scott Saucke presents on rule exceptions, including scoring attempts and intentional grounding.<\/li>
    • Kirk Russell begins his segment after Scott’s presentation, addressing additional topics.<\/li>
    • Kirk Russell discusses the challenges of officiating unsportsmanlike conduct in football.<\/li>
    • Consistency in officiating unsportsmanlike conduct calls is crucial due to varying game situations.<\/li>
    • Unsportsmanlike conduct fouls are non-contact fouls and do not influence the play.<\/li>
    • Officials must distinguish between personal fouls and unsportsmanlike conduct to avoid player ejections.<\/li>
    • Situational awareness is essential during celebrations and frustrations to prevent unsportsmanlike behavior.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      ACTIONS FOR OFFICIALS<\/b><\/p>

      • Dial-in users should contact their area director for meeting credit if applicable.<\/div><\/li>
      • Officials are reminded to enter their block dates in Arbiter for the playoffs and communicate them to their area directors.<\/div><\/li>
      • Registration for fall 2026 will open in the next few weeks, and officials should register promptly.<\/div><\/li>
      • Officials need to ensure clear communication regarding offensive pass interference calls during games.<\/div><\/li>
      • Track player numbers for unsportsmanlike conduct penalties to avoid incorrect ejections.<\/div><\/li>
      • Be vigilant during high-emotion situations, especially near the end of the season, to prevent excessive celebrations and taunting.<\/div><\/li>
      • Ensure officials are present and vocal during celebrations to prevent potential unsportsmanlike conduct.<\/div><\/li>
      • Discuss the mechanics manual and chapter 27 regarding unsportsmanlike conduct in the next pre-game meeting.<\/div><\/li>
      • Review judgment calls on specific situations discussed in the meeting, such as spinning the ball and posturing over tackled players, in future pre-game discussions.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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