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NCOA - Chico Football Officials Association

Elevating the Standards of Football Officiating

The NCOA–Chico Football Officials Association has been providing quality football officials to High Schools in the CIF-North Section within the central Sacramento Valley for over 50 years. The Association provides officials for High Schools within the greater Chico and Marysville/Yuba City regions and between as well as some outlaying areas. Members of the NCOA-Chico Football Officials have gone on to officiate at the Junior College level, Big Sky Conference, Pac-10 and NFL.

NCOA-Chico is a training organization for people who are interested in officiating High School and youth football. The objectives of the Association are to:

Elevate the standards of officiating
Provide training for the correct interpretation of the rules and mechanics
Promote good fellowship among members
Secure a close cooperation and understanding between inter-school athletic officers, players, coaches, fans, members of the press, and officials
Encourage and assist in developing new officials
Foster a high standard of ethics
Further the interest of athletics generally by fostering a proper spirit of sportsmanship and fair play

Membership in the NCOA-Chico requires the following: (1) official pays current dues (currently $60.00) at the start of the season, (2) pass examinations with satisfactory marks, and (3) demonstrate satisfactory ability. No previous experience is required. The Association provides both classroom and on-field training. The general membership meetings (currently seven) begin in August and end in October and attendance is mandatory.

The Association is seeking highly motivated and responsible individuals who desire to become involved in the game of football. Being a member of the NCOA-Chico is a rewarding experience that provides camaraderie among your fellow officials and a mental and physical challenge that is both satisfying and rewarding.