Welcome New Football Officials:

Thank you for expressing an interest in becoming a member of the Westchester County Football Officials Association (WCFOA). The WCFOA is currently recruiting new members. The WCFOA provides certified football officials for all levels of football programs in Westchester and Putnam counties. The WCFOA conduct classes and field sessions to teach the rules and mechanics necessary to become certified.

Past WCFOA members are currently working at the college levels, and one is presently active in the NFL. All began their officiating careers as high school officials.

The school and certification requirements for new officials requires a commitment of time, energy and cooperation. We are only interested in prospective new officials that are willing to give us that commitment! We are looking for individuals that are willing to be active and involved members of our Association.

Please complete the registration form and press send. The tuition fee for 2010 is $100. The class will be held on August 4,5,10,&11 2010. If you DO NOT become certified, half of your tuition will be returned.

If you have further questions, please call Steve D'Angelo at 888-292-5757.

Below is the WCFOA information sheet and guidelines for prospective officials:

1. Applicants must be high school graduates, and residents of or full time employees in Westchester or Putnam Counties.
2. Applicants should be in good physical condition; have a basic knowledge of football; attend ALL training meetings; be prompt to all meetings; prepared to take and successfully complete written, oral and practical exams (with our assistance).
3. Games are assigned through Section One and various Pop Warner/Youth Tackle Leagues and not by our Association. Games are scheduled seven days a week.
4. Following certification you will be assigned to work a limited number of modified/J.V. Games (based on your availability).
5. Game Fees range from $30-$75 depending on the level of competition
6. First Year Estimated Expenses:
   • Class Tuition $100.00
   • Uniform/Equipment $250.00
   • Following year's association Dues $95.00
7. Once selected to membership you must attend a minimum of six Association meetings during the season. All must pass the Part I and Part II National Federation Football Rules Exams. New members are required (unpaid) to be a member of the chain crew for four Varsity/J.V. games during the first season.

If you are interested in becoming an official, please send an e-mail to info@fbrefs.com. DO NOT USE THE FORM BELOW. We ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS FORM>.