Coach, officiate or volunteer
Students can train as team coaches, match officials, team managers, media crew and event-day volunteers — with a certification ladder through NAFA’s Gridiron Development Program.
Roles for students
Run practices and game plans for your campus team.
Referee, line judge or score recorder at league games.
Rosters, travel, kit and fixtures for your chapter.
Photos, video, social posts and match reports.
Field set-up, check-in, first-aid support and hosting.
Gridiron Development Program
Coaches, referees and officials trained across 18 states.
The career ladder
Paid officiating at every sanctioned game is a NAFA commitment. Online certification through Nabu Sports is coming.
“From students to certified officials, our refereeing structure is turning passion into professional opportunity.”
Michael Sebiomo · Head Referee
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