AMERICAN FOOTBALL OFFICIALS

Offiicating is a fantastic way to get involved with AFQ whilst keeping fit, developing people skillsm making friends and earning money.

With Flag Football growing at a rapid pace in Queensland, there are always plenty of opportunities across QLD to get involved. You can become a Side Judge, Back Judge, Field Judge, Line Judge, Centre Judge, Umpire or Referee

Become an Official

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Australian Gridiron Officials Association

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We need you!

Officials receive free of charge:

An uniform (paid for by QGOA, subsidised by American Football Queensland – includes on-field shirt, pants, hat, penalty flag, and whistle)
An Officiating handbook – outlining everything official needs to know including modified rules for each age group

Officials get paid to keep fit:

A game day match fee ranging from $35 to $80 depending on the age group or competition
A travel allowance if needed to travel to support games over 1 hr away.

Officials' Responsibilities & Positions

The seven American Football officials on the field have specific roles and responsibilities that make it possible to correctly and consistently call games at football’s highest level. Proper training and positioning prepare officials to be in the right place to make the right call. Click through each officials to see where they line up, what they watch for on every play and what they do between plays to keep the action moving.

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Frequently asked questions

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Who Can Officiate?

Anyone with an interest or background in the game of football (flag, touch or tackle). We will help you understand the various positions and rules and you can start when you are ready.

Why Become An Official?

Great way to stay physically active
Give back to the game of football
Stay involved in football
Serve as a role model or mentor and develop leadership skills
Meet new people and socialise
Work as part of a team
Learn new skills
Develop people management and conflict resolution skills
Opportunities to participate in regional, national or international competitions

Do Officials Get Paid?

Yes they do! Officials receive a game fee based on their accreditation level and the level of competition they are working. We have school program officials, flag officials, tackle officials and more. All positions get paid.

First Year’s Expectations

Your first year as an official involves a lot of learning. American Football Queensland runs training courses online and in person and you will be contacted by your local training leader to participate with the local officiating team. They will provide you with training materials and guides to ensure you can become an effective American Football official.

As part of an officials team, your fellow crew members will be there with you every step of the way, helping answer all of your questions and making sure that you’re in the right position to make the call.

You will not be expected to be Referee of our top competition in your first year so don't worry.

Reach Out

If you have any questions you can reach out to our Queensland Officials via email or phone

QGOA President - Tim Redshaw
+61410146222
qgoa@gridironqueensland.au

GQ President - James Cowlishaw

+61411453937
president@gridironqueensland.au