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IM Sports Official's Academy

Sports Official's Academy
Make the right decision

Get more from your University sporting experience.

Why not consider becoming an official?

  • Be part of a unique group
  • Gain qualifications
  • Broaden your knowledge of the game
  • Enhance your CV
  • Officiate across a range of competitive arenas
  • Progress up the officiating pathway


All this and you get paid!

The Sports Official's Academy, in partnership with the National Governing Bodies, provides opportunities to get involved in football, rugby and netball officiating. Whether you already have a qualification or want to gain one we can start you on your officiating pathway and support you all the way.

Want to find out more?

If you would like to know more about the IM Sports Official's Academy, please contact Emma Mackenzie-Hogg on e.mackenzie-hogg@leeds.ac.uk or if the sport you are interested in is listed below then please contact the relevant individual.

Rugby/Ref Secretary Bertie Berger
Netball Clare Popperwell
Football Rory Miller

 



Local Leagues

There are plenty of opportunities to expand your officiating experience.  Find out more by visiting our Local Leagues page.