Dear Prospective Football Official
You have likely come to this site because you have some interest or are just curious about officiating Section 3 Football.
Perhaps you could use the extra income, need some exercise, want to be part of a team or just "love the game" and want to be involved in helping the youth in our Central New York community. Whatever your motivation, if you are passionate about the game, we welcome you to apply to the Syracuse Chapter of New York State Certified Football Officials (NYSACFO). This Chapter provides officials for Boys' Tackle Football (Aug-Nov) and Girls' Flag Football (Mar-May).
This site contains information, training, and articles related to football officiating and training benefitting not only Section 3, but all jurisdictions using NFHS Rules and Mechanics.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Event Name | Event Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Fall Football Meeting 6 | 09/21/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Fall Football Meeting 7 | 10/13/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Fall Football Meeting 8 | 10/26/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Fall Football Meeting 5 | 08/31/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Annual Meeting (Actives Only( | 11/02/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Fall Football Meeting 1 | 08/03/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Fall Football Meeting 2 | 08/10/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Fall Football Meeting 3 | 08/17/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
Fall Football Meeting 4 | 08/24/2026 | ESM | See Meetings Page for notes. |
President's Corner
Congratulations to all of the officials selected to work the Sectional Finals this weekend. Your assignment is a reflection of the dedication, professionalism and hard work you have demonstrated throughout the season. Best of luck this weekend, and take pride in representing our association on one of the biggest stages of the year. Thank you for your continued service to high school football. 🏈
Rod Murad
President
Syracuse Chapter NYSCFO
Chairman's Corner
Please keep us informed as you find potential officials.
Contact me or Nick Lore if you know of anyone interested.
Paul Blasi
Chairman,
Membership Committee
Syracuse Chapter NYSCFO
Interpreters Corner
Please see the agendas on the Meeting Schedule Page beginning in July.
Nate Riley
Rules Interpreter,
Assignors Corner
Please update your availability on Arbiter.
FOOTBALL FEES
VR: $140 (Scrimmage: $105)
JV: $140 (Scrimmage: $105)
MOD: $115 (Scrimmage: $86.25)
Congratulations on elevating to Active status: Brendon Evans, Mike Gratien, Jeff Kohanski, Justin McKain, Ray Schortemeier.
From Candidate to Associate:
Chris Cox, Kenny Lanterman, Sean McNamee, Patrick Pasho
Trevon Robertson, Tom Sansone, KC Slade.