Join championship officials Joel Pogar and Kirk Russell as they pull back the curtain on what it takes to become—and thrive as—a high school football official. With over 2,100 listeners nationwide, this popular podcast dives into everything from getting started with your local association to mastering rules, fitness, and field mechanics. Whether you’re just curious or dreaming of officiating at the college or NFL level, this is your playbook for success on the field as a new official. Every journey starts under the Friday night lights—start yours here with Joel and Kirk as they interview some of the best in the game.