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Michael Mothershed

Summary

Dependable Referee builds teamwork, trust, accountability within officiating crew. Active listener and complex problem-solver proficient in settling on-field disputes. Flexible professional willing to take initiative to ensure the integrity of the game. Energetic Referee with demonstrated history of impartiality and fairness. Well-versed in mechanics, game play, rules and regulations. Organized and socially perceptive with strong prioritization, coordination and negotiation abilities.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

PAC-12 Referee Position Supervisor

PAC-12 Conference
06.2022 - Current
  • Provide guidance, motivation, and support to referees.
  • Weekly zoom meetings to review mechanics, fouls, and all pertinent football game issues with referees
  • Observe and evaluate referee game day performances.
  • Weekly meetings with vice president of officiating and fellow position supervisors to evaluate weekly games.
  • Prepare in-season and off-season rule quizzes.
  • Prepare PAC-12 yearly officiating exam.
  • Assist referees during Spring Scrimmages
  • Work with developmental program to promote future referees.

Football Referee/ Crew Chief

PAC-12 Conference
06.2014 - 06.2022
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of football rules, applying them consistently throughout each game.
  • Built trust among players, coaches, and spectators by demonstrating professionalism and integrity in every game situation.
  • Supported player development by providing constructive feedback on rule violations when appropriate after games or during breaks in play.
  • Stored game equipment in correct location after game to facilitate easy retrieval before next competition.
  • Communication with Head Coaches before and during the game regarding any rule infractions or unusual plays or replay situations
  • Coordination of media timeouts with television personnel
  • Communication of foul infractions of replay situations to fans and television audiences

Field Judge Football Official

PAC-12 Conference
04.1995 - 06.2014
  • Worked collaboratively with fellow crew mates to perform officiating duties.
  • Enforced league rules and regulations to maintain game structure nd encourage good sportsmanship.
  • Promoted sportsmanship among players by modeling professionalism, respect, and integrity at all times during games.
  • Inspected both teams' equipment before game to verify compliance with established standards.
  • Sideline communication with Head Coach on foul options replay situations
  • Communication with coaches and players regarding officiating standards

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
12.1976

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Patience and Tolerance

Accomplishments

    2007- Officiated BCS National Championship game Florida vs Ohio State


    Assigned eighteen Bowl Games and four PAC-12 Championship games


    2014- Served as a position Coordinator for the SCIAC Conference


    2017/2018- Represented NCAA Football Rules Committee Meetings in Indianapolis, Indiana


    2017- Induction into the San Diego County Officials Hall of Fame


    2018- Selected Outstanding Official by the National Football Foundation-Walter J. Zable/San Diego Chapter



Timeline

PAC-12 Referee Position Supervisor

PAC-12 Conference
06.2022 - Current

Football Referee/ Crew Chief

PAC-12 Conference
06.2014 - 06.2022

Field Judge Football Official

PAC-12 Conference
04.1995 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Santa Clara University

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