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About UMOA

To recruit, educate, train, retain, and promote high school and college officials

“The Collegiate Officiating Consortium is in full support of the developmental and educational initiatives of the Upper Midwest Officials Association in its efforts to recruit, mentor, instruct, and elevate football officials across the midwestern footprint of the COC.”

 

Bill Carollo, Supervisor of Officials

COC-FB (Big Ten, Mid-American, Missouri Valley, and Pioneer Football Conferences)

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"The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) is thrilled with the UMOA efforts to elevate all aspects of officiating. We fully support the UMOA mission to enhance officiating through recruitment, education, and professionalism. The game of football will significantly benefit from these efforts."

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Dan McKane

Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Commissioner

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"The Upper Midwest Athletics Conference (UMAC) is grateful for the creation and emergence of the Upper Midwest Officials Association (UMOA).  We are excited to help support and collaborate with the UMOA in its focus on recruiting, mentoring, and developing football officials, specifically in our local region.  The efforts of the UMOA will undoubtedly enhance the overall quality of officiating and professionalism."

 

Corey Borchardt

Upper Midwest Athletic Conference Commissioner

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"As the Supervisor of football officials for the MIAC and UMAC, I am grateful for the efforts of the UMOA to educate, train and support officials within our region.  Their dedication to help officials improve is invaluable.  They will also provide recruitment opportunities for college staffs in the Midwest, which are greatly needed."

 

Mike Cannon

Supervisor of Football Officials

MIAC and UMAC Conferences

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"As the NSIC Supervisor of Officials, the NSIC values the work and commitment of the UMOA mission.  It is critical we continue to grow football officiating, our officials on staff, and all aspiring to officiate college football.  The UMOA ability to connect with officials at all levels to share knowledge, philosophies and resources is paramount."

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Justin Ingalls

Coordinator of Football Officials

Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference

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About UMOA

Upper Midwest Officials Association (UMOA) is a Minnesota-based non-profit organization dedicated to helping football officials advance in their careers.

 

Whether you're striving to break into Division III college football or aiming for the Big Ten, we provide the guidance, mentorship, and support needed to navigate the challenging path of becoming a top-quality official.

 

Our board is made up of current Division I officials who have firsthand experience in the journey you’re on. We've been where you are, and we’re here to help you succeed by sharing our knowledge, experience, and passion for the game.

Mission

Upper Midwest Officials Association (UMOA) is committed to developing and advancing football officials by providing education, mentorship, and support.

 

Our mission is to help officials at all levels—from those entering Division III to those striving for the highest ranks of college football—navigate the challenges of officiating and reach their full potential.

 

Guided by experienced Division I officials, we foster a community built on integrity, excellence, and a passion for the game.

Board Members

Josh Dascher

Matt Gallager

Gordy Hanson

Jason Nickleby

Dan Novak

Justin Staehr

Will S. Steinke

Business Info

Upper Midwest Officials Association
11620 53RD AVE N  PLYMOUTH Minnesota, 55442

uppermidwestofficials@gmail.com

©2025 by Upper Midwest Officials Association

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