How SFVFOA’s Karina Tovar, the NFL’s first Latina ref, became a trailblazer [ESPN]

LOS ANGELES — Karina Tovar, the NFL’s first Latina referee, nervously recalls the moment even while she tells the story years later. She is sitting in her parents’ den on an exceptionally hot Mother’s Day in Southern California, and her usually sharp and unwavering voice changes slightly in tone. It’s
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The Season Is Underway—But There’s Still Time to Start

Friday-night lights are back and whistles are blowing across the San Fernando Valley. Our officials are already on the field making sure every kickoff, touchdown, and overtime thriller runs smoothly. But if you’ve ever thought about becoming a football official, it’s not too late to get in the game this
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S.O.S. Important Dates

The Summer Officiating Series (S.O.S.) is designed to support the development of newer officials and those looking to elevate their skills. Below is the current training schedule: Wednesday, July 23Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMLocation: Alemany High School (near the football field)Attire: Athletic attire requiredNote: Please bring materials for taking
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2025 Instructional Calendar

Training Requirements Training Requirements Mandatory Components One On-Field Clinic/Scrimmage Summer Study Guide Classification Exam Rules Quizzes 18 hours required for 3+ year officials 24 hours required for 1–2 year officials (extra training opportunities provided) In-Person Calendar Tuesday, July 8: Summer Kickoff Meeting, 6–8 p.m. at Alemany High August 14, 15,
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Flag Football Instruction Updates

Please read below for multiple updates on Flag Football. CFOA Meeting TonightMaryAnn Menlove will be holding a final CFOA instructional zoom on July 10th at 7 p.m.Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87864284230?pwd=nEuGJE0ja77pdMwmKlsbU6SDnETCWb.1 Rule BooksIf you did not receive a flag football rule book at Tuesday’s meeting – please be on the look out for an
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Kick-Off Meeting: July 8th, 6pm

Unit Members, Reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, July 8 is our Summer Kick Off Meeting to be held at Alemany High School. Meeting will run from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. and will start promptly so please plan to be on time. Alemany has informed us that due to some last
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