SPORTS S TUFF

It is Fall Sports Officials Week (October 6-12) nationally as recognized by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). Participation in Fall Sports Officials Appreciation Week can be as simple or as extravagant as schools want it to be. Many schools will not only get their teams involved in the fun but will ask student groups on school campus’ to get involved. It is a great community project for school student councils, spirit groups or other groups that serve as ambassadors to one’s school and community. Here are some ideas that have worked throughout the country: Officials’ appreciation week banners and signage on the fence, wall, et cetera, surrounding the contest playing area; gift cards/cookies/ donuts/other ...