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Dennis "Kyle" Manning

Dennis "Kyle" Manning

Cullman,AL

Summary

Professional Deep Wing Referee with over 12 years of experience. Lifelong athlete with sharp-eye, sound judgment and excellent endurance. Dedicated to providing guidance and fair treatment to players.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Football Official

AHSAA
08.2021 - Current
  • Enforced league rules and regulations to maintain game structure and encourage good sportsmanship.
  • Stopped game to review specific plays and issued penalties or other consequences to maintain orderly game play.
  • Inspected both teams' equipment before game to verify compliance with established standards.
  • Provided safe playing environment for players by monitoring activity.
  • Trained and mentored new referees and other sports officials.
  • Investigated and reported on any misconduct of players or coaches.
  • Reviewed and studied rulebooks to maintain current knowledge of updates and changes.
  • Examined game tapes to assess and provide feedback on performance of officials.
  • Interpreted and applied rules and regulations in sports.
  • Educated athletes, coaches and fellow officials about game rules and regulations.
  • Made judgment calls on unsportsmanlike behavior and other violations.
  • Monitored play times and elapsed time during particular events, stopping clocks to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Consulted with officiating team to discuss violations and play problems, coordinate responses and implement resolutions.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.

Football Official

AHSAA
08.2009 - 11.2018
  • Enforced league rules and regulations to maintain game structure and encourage good sportsmanship.
  • Stopped game to review specific plays and issued penalties or other consequences to maintain orderly game play.
  • Inspected both teams' equipment before game to verify compliance with established standards.
  • Provided safe playing environment for players by monitoring activity.
  • Trained and mentored new referees and other sports officials.
  • Reviewed and studied rulebooks to maintain current knowledge of updates and changes.
  • Examined game tapes to assess and provide feedback on performance of officials.
  • Interpreted and applied rules and regulations in sports.
  • Educated athletes, coaches and fellow officials about game rules and regulations.
  • Made judgment calls on unsportsmanlike behavior and other violations.
  • Monitored play times and elapsed time during particular events, stopping clocks to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Controlled game flow to maintain safe and fair environment.
  • Notified players, coaches and officiating team of rule infractions and relevant penalties.
  • Consulted with officiating team to discuss violations and play problems, coordinate responses and implement resolutions.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.

Education

High School Diploma -

Good Hope High School
Cullman, AL
05.2001

Skills

  • Physical Fitness
  • Effective conflict resolution
  • Safety enforcement
  • Decision-Making
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Sporting Event Officiation
  • Regulation Enforcement
  • Refereeing and Coaching
  • Gameplay Management
  • Professionalism
  • Safety Requirements
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Decision-making skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Awareness to reactions
  • New Referee Training
  • Good eyesight
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Good Judgement

Additional Information

*Attended the 2024 Next Level Football Officiating Camp in Birmingham, AL on May 16th-May 18th

- Trained under NFL Back Judges Grantis Bell (Clinician for 2 scrimmages), Tony Josselyn, and Greg Wilson


*2023-Current board member for the 31 North AHSAA Referee Association

-Trained and developed all Deep Wing Officials

-Reviewed and broke down film for training during weekly meetings


*2022 AHSAA state football playoffs semi finalist at Field Judge


*2023 AHSAA state football playoffs semi finalist at Back Judge


Timeline

Football Official

AHSAA
08.2021 - Current

Football Official

AHSAA
08.2009 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Good Hope High School

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