Why Officials Are Leaving the Game
The retention crisis no one is talking about
In our debut episode, hosts Louis Mays and Jordan Stephenson tackle one of the most pressing issues in sports today — the mass exodus of officials at every level. From youth leagues to high school and beyond, officials are walking away at an alarming rate. We break down the root causes, share real stories from the field, and discuss what associations, administrators, and the officiating community can do to reverse the trend.
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Featured On This Episode
Louis Mays & Jordan Stephenson
Host & Founder / Co-Host & Analyst
Louis and Jordan bring their combined decades of officiating experience to break down the systemic issues driving officials out of the game.
What You'll Learn
Key Takeaways
The top 5 reasons officials quit in their first three years
How poor assigner relationships accelerate burnout
What high-retention associations do differently
Practical steps officials can take to stay in the game
Why mentorship is the single most effective retention tool
Show Notes
This episode references data from national officiating surveys and conversations with officials across multiple sports. Resources mentioned in this episode are available in the Resources section of the Under The Stripes Network website.
Transcript
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