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 23
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Alemany High School (near the football field)
Attire: Athletic attire required
Note: Please bring materials for taking notes

Thursday, July 24
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Alemany High School (on the football field)
Attire: Athletic attire or referee gear required
Note: Bring a whistle, flag, and other gear if available. Bring water or sports drinks to stay hydrated

Friday, July 25
Time: 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Verdugo High School (football field)
Attire: Athletic attire or referee gear required
Note: Food and drinks will be provided

Week of July 28 – August 2
This is a designated dead period. Training will resume on Monday, August 3. Remaining dates will be announced soon.

Upcoming Scrimmage
A college-level scrimmage will be held at the University of Cal Lutheran on Saturday, August 9. This is a valuable opportunity for hands-on officiating experience.

S.O.S. was created to help young officials grow and to provide ongoing development for those striving to reach the next level. We’re excited about the future of this program.

For questions regarding S.O.S. training dates or times, please contact:
Danny Vargas: 818-669-1800
Louie Vargas: 818-669-8511

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, or 16: On-Field Clinic/Scrimmage (2 hrs, TBD)
  • Tuesday, September 2: 6–8 p.m. at Crespi High
  • Tuesday, September 16: 6–8 p.m. at Crespi
  • Tuesday, September 30: 6–8 p.m. at Crespi (Nominations)
  • Tuesday, October 14: 6–8 p.m. at Crespi (Elections)
  • Post-Season: 30-min Zoom Call (required for postseason participation)
  • Max of 6 instructional hours can be earned via Zoom

Additional Components

  • Referee and Crew of 7 Classification certifications (with CFOA)
  • Referee Zoom Meetings:
    • August 18 at 7 p.m.
    • September 18 at 7 p.m.

Flag Football Instruction Updates

Please read below for multiple updates on Flag Football.

CFOA Meeting Tonight
MaryAnn 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 Books
If you did not receive a flag football rule book at Tuesday’s meeting – please be on the look out for an email next week with details on additional Rule Books. Our Unit has reached out to CFOA to order more and will have update soon.

Flag Football Instructional Chair
David Musso will be leading Flag Football Instruction this season – please reach out to him at sfvflagic@gmail.com with any flag specific questions. As always, I am available as well to assist as best I can with any questions or concerns.

Flag Football Instructional Calendar (Subject to change) – all meetings will be conducted via zoom – links to be sent out closer to each event.

7/15 Intro to Flag 101

7/22 Flag Football Rule Book Review

7/29 Mechanics and Rule Review

8/5 Study Guide Review

8/12 State Rule Interpretations 

8/19 Wrap Up

Flag Study GuideThe Flag Study Guide will be open by 2 p.m. today and is due, along with the tackle study guide, by August 21 at 11:59 p.m.

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 minute construction needs on the Main Hall, we have been moved to the Gymnasium. I apologize for the inconvenience but that is the only option they have to accommodate us. If you need to bring an alternative seating arrangement please do so, as seating will be in the bleachers.

Additionally, if you have not already registered and paid dues for the 2025 season, please do so now by clicking here. Andy Parker will also be available on site to take registrations and payments.

Failure to register and pay by July 8 will result in a $20 late fee – furthermore, you will not be eligible to receive a rule book, nor game assignments until you are officially registered for the Unit.

First year officials or anyone who has difficulties precluding on-time payment, please reach out privately to Andy Parker (Andyparker2123@gmail.com) and he will be happy to work with you on a case-by-case basis.