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  • Gordy Hanson | UMOA

    Gordy Hanson will be a clinician for the LOS group. Missouri Valley Football Conference 2019-Present FCS Playoff 2nd round - 2023 FCS Playoff 1st round - 2021 MIAC - 2007-2018 NSIC - 2006

  • About | Upper Midwest Officials

    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) "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." Dan McKane Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Commissioner "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 "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 "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." Justin Ingalls Coordinator of Football Officials Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference

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  • Steve Thielen | UMOA

    Steve Thielen will be a clinician for the Deep 3 group. • Big Ten Conference (10 seasons) • 2 Big Ten Championships • College Football Playoff (CFP) • Rose Bowl • Orange Bowl • Alamo Bowl • Texas Bow

  • Bobby Colosimo | UMOA

    Bobby Colosimo will be a clinician for the Umpire/Center Judge group. Bobby has worked 24 seasons of NCAA football, 16 seasons at the Division I level as an Umpire.  For the past 10 seasons he worked in the B1G and the prior 3 seasons in the Mid America Conference and 3 season in the Missouri Valley Conference.    In the post season he has worked the B1G, MAC, and Stag Bowl Championship Games. Other post seasons assignments include Armed Forces Bowl, Belk Bowl, Boca Roton Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, Gator Bowl, Gasparilla Bowl, Music City Bowl, Pinstripe Bowl.   Bobby lives in West Des Moines, IA and has 3 children.

  • Conference Supervisors of Officials | UMOA

    @ University of St. Thomas, March 2, 2024 Conference Supervisor’s of Officials Bill Carollo – Big Ten, MAC, Missouri Valley & Pioneer Conferences Bob Waggoner – Big Ten, MAC, Missouri Valley & Pioneer Conferences Justin Ingles – Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Tom Fiedler – Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Tom Perrault – Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Larry Walderbach – American River Conference

  • Dan Novak | UMOA

    < Back Dan Novak Postseason Assignments and Bowl Games 2023 - Famous Toastery Bowl 2022 - Lending Tree Bowl 2021 - MAC Championship 2020 - Boca Raton Bowl 2018 - Arizona Home Loans Bowl 2016 - Poinsettia Bowl

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  • 2026 Clinic Registration | UMOA

    To ensure your registration is correctly linked to your official profile, please log in to continue." Okay Proceed to Login Page 2026 North Star Registration First name Last name City State Zip Code Cell Phone Number Email Address 2026 Clinic Primary Position Referee Umpire/Center Judge Line of Scrimmage Deep 3 Replay 2026 Clinic Alternate Position Referee Umpire/Center Judge Line of Scrimmage Deep 3 Replay T-Shirt Size Small Medium Large XL XXL XXXL Shorts Size Small Medium Large XL XXL XXXL Current UMOA Member Yes No Previous North Star Clinic Attendee Yes No Current Officating Level(s) College High School New Official Looks like you selected one too many options. If you are a New Official, please uncheck College or High School, then select only New Official. Okay Conference(s) Total Number of Years 2025 Post-Season Assignments Required Required Previous Officiating Experience Required Which State Required How Many Years 0-3 3-10 10-15 15+ Required 2025 State Tournament Assignments Submit & Pay Online Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Required

  • Jason Frank | UMOA

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  • Justin Staehr | UMOA

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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

©2026 by Upper Midwest Officials Association

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