Rule 11 Podcast: College Football Officiating Conversations
131 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 148 ratingsAn opportunity to stay engaged with college football officiating. Two college football officials discuss NCAA rules, mechanics and other topics related to college football officiating. Experienced guests will provide officiating tips and information that will help you grow in your officiating career.
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Conversation 115: The Finale
August 28, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBTyler and Dwayne close out the Rule 11 podcast and remember some voices from the past. Thank you to our listeners, patrons, and guests. Support the show
Conversation 114: Fair Catch Deep Dive w/Matt Mills
August 07, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBArguably our most popular guest is back to do a deep dive into Fair Catch rules. Big 12 FJ Matt Mills returns to break down the rules surrounding fair catches during free and scrimmage kicks. Check out this conversation for a better understanding of fair catches. Mentioned on the Show Ref Reps GetItRight https://youtube.com/user/nickbrigati Quote of the Week It’s not the will to win that matter – everyone has that. It’s the will to prepare to win that matters.” Paul Bear Bryant Fight So...
Conversation 113: Big 10 Back Judge Robert Smith
July 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBLongtime Big 10 Back Judge, Robert Smith, joins us for an amazing conversation focused on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Robert shares how a young man from Dallas, TX chose to play football at the University of Iowa. He also talks about how that experience set the foundation for his work in the DEI space. Fight Song - Iowa Support the show
2022 Audio Rule Book Rule 3 Sec. 3-5
July 17, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBRule 3 Sections 3 through 5 Support the show
2022 Audio Rule Book Rule 3 Sec. 1-2
July 17, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBRule 2 Sections 1 and 2 Support the show
Conversation 112: 2022 New Rules w/Steve Strimling
July 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBPac-12 Referee Steve Strimling joins us to review the 2022 New Rules and Editorial changes. Steve provides interesting insights into the changes and gives a preview into some potential mechanics changes. Mentioned on the show: Greg Evers' Blog Kara Lawson's Speech Fight Song - USC Support the show
2022 Audio Rule Book Rule 2 Sec. 20-32
July 03, 2022 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBRule 2 Sections 20 - 32 Support the show
2022 Audio Rule Book Rule 2 Sec. 9-19
July 03, 2022 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MBRule 2 Sections 9-19 Support the show
2022 Audio Rule Book Rule 2 Sec. 1-8
July 03, 2022 17:00 - 14 minutes - 9.75 MBRule 2 Sections 1-8 Support the show
Conversation 111: 2022 Blocking Below the Waist Rule Changes
May 15, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBThe 2022 rule changes have made blocking below the waist easier to understand and officiate. We discuss these changes and share some of our thoughts. Quote of the Week Don't try to get everyone to like you. You don't even like everybody. - Anonymous Fight Song - Old wabash Support the show
Conversation 110: 10 Second Run-Off
April 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBin the 110th conversation, Tyler and Dwayne revisit 10-second run off rules. They cover fouls, injury, helmets and replay rules regarding 10 second runoff. Mentioned on the Show https://docs.google.com/file/d/1wBLsODmbnlaYi3RD6aYP_Dfe1ATCf0JV/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword Fight Song - Florida State Support the show
Conversation 109: Post Scrimmage Kick Enforcement
April 10, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBIn the first rules discussion of Season 5, Tyler and Dwayne cover Post Scrimmage Kick enforcement. They discuss key concepts and provide play scenarios to help illustrate this often confusing set of rules. Quote of the Week Criticism is a part of life. If you’re not being criticized, you’re probably not doing something of importance - Bobby Wagner Fight Song - Kansas Support the show
S5E108 John, Tom, Matt
March 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBFight Song - Pitt Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rule11)
Conversation 108: Replay Process with John, Tom, Matt
March 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBBig Ten crewmates, John O'Neill (Referee), Tom Kissinger (Replay Official) and Matt Aloisio (Communicator) have been working together for 6+ seasons. They join us today to give us a glimpse into the replay process and the communication that takes place. Quote of the Week Worrying doesn’t empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength - Corrie Ten Boom Fight Song - Pitt Support the show
Conversation 107: Let's talk about camps
March 06, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBIt's camp season! Tyler and Dwayne discuss football camps. They share their thoughts on how to choose and prepare for camps and how to best take advantage of the opportunity while attending. Quote of the Week “Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” -Lou Holtz Fight Song Kansas Support the show
Conversation 106: Eddie Kelley - SWAC Coordinator of Officials
February 20, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBSWAC coordinator of officials, Eddie Kelley joins us for this conversation. He talks to us about the SWAC and its officiating program, including how he identifies officials for his staff. Mr Kelley also discusses the A-Team Football Officials camp. Quote of the Week Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally. It comes from what you do consistently - Marie Forleo Mentioned on the Show https://ateamofficiating.com/ateam/ Fight Song - Florida Support the show
Conversation 105: Pac-12 SJ Jeff Dahle
February 06, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBPac-12 Side Judge Jeff Dahle joins us for this conversation. He shares some great tips for communicating with coaches. Jeff is a pilot and flight instructor and he provides some parallels between officiating and flying a plane. Additionally Jeff talks about video evaluations from the perspective of a grader. Mentioned on the show Behind the Flag (HS football training) Quote of the Week Most of us spend too much time on what is urgent and not enough time on what is important - Stephen Covey...
Conversation 104: 2021 Season Re-Cap
January 23, 2022 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBTyler and Dwayne share experiences of the rookie seasons in their respective new conferences. Listen for a glimpse into some of the fun and challenges of our first season. Fight Song - Who else but the 2022 National Champions - University of Georgia Support the show
Conversation 103: Big 12 Referee Tuta Salaam
August 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBBig 12 Referee Tuta Salaam joins us in this final conversation of Season 4. He shares some great stories about his journey to the Big 12, including some mistakes along the way. Tuta's passion for college football officiating is apparent. Quote of the Week “You can learn new things at any time in your life if you’re willing to be a beginner. If you actually learn to like being a beginner, the whole world opens up to you.” – Barbara Shur Fight Song's - Tennessee and LSU Support the show
Conversation 102: 2021 CFO Test Questions
August 08, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBTyler and Dwayne review questions that we got incorrect from the 2021 CFO National Test. We share our thought process and discuss why we got the questions wrong. Quote of the Week "If you want light to come into your life, you need to stand where it is shining" -Unknown Mentioned on the Show 2021 CFO Exam Understanding 12-3-6 CFO Test References (from Luke Karnas) Disqualfied and Ejected Player Interpretation (see play 3) - (Dann Schwinger) Fight Song - Notre Dame Support the show
Conversation 101: Family in Officiating w/ Dale and Ben Keller
July 25, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBBrothers Dale & Ben Keller are D1 line of scrimmage officials, working in the Pac-12 and BigSky respectively. In this conversation, they join us to discuss the family’s “other” business. We talk about how they both got started in officiating by helping their step-father, long time HS crew chief Carl Gertz, during games. We also get into their preparation and of course we get into some line of scrimmage discussion. Quote of the Week (Sent from listener) "The purpose of life is to find your g...
Conversation 101: The Kellers
July 25, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBBrothers Dale & Ben Keller are D1 line of scrimmage officials, working in the Pac-12 and BigSky respectively. In this conversation, they join us to discuss the family’s “other” business. We talk about how they both got started in officiating by helping their step-father, long time HS crew chief Carl Gertz, during games. We also get into their preparation and of course we get into some line of scrimmage discussion. Quote of the Week (Sent from listener) "The purpose of life is to find your g...
Conversation 100: The Takeover
July 11, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBIn this milestone episode, Tyree Walton (Big 12) and Jeff Hutcheon (Pac-12) takeover the podcast and turn the tables on Tyler and Dwayne. The hosts become the guests. Listen in as we look back on the first 99 episodes, take the Rule 11 challenge and share some anecdotes. Fight Song - Auburn Support the show
Conversation 99: Bring on the Extra Periods
June 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBGuess who's back? Big XII Field Judge Matt Mills joins us again to break down rules pertaining to Extra periods. Quote of the Week "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Nelson Mandela Fight Song - Northern Arizona Support the show
Conversation 98: Inclusion in Officiating with Cyd Zeigler
June 13, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBOfficials come from all walks of life. It is important that we respect everyone within our ranks. Today we discuss inclusion with our guest, friend and fellow football official Cyd Zeigler. Listen to Cyd's positive experiences within the officiating community; further evidence that we're all in this together. Cyd is co-founder of Outsports.com. He has contributed to the Huffington Post, Out magazine, Playboy and The Advocate and appeared on CNN, ESPN and in Sports Illustrated and the New...
Conversation 97: The Rule 11 Challenge
May 30, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBFour contestants join us to take the Rule 11 Challenge. Each contestant will work through a play scenario and attempt to come up with the correct results. Its a great opportunity for all of us to review some confusing rules. Thank you to our four contestants, Guilherme, Tremain, Kevin and Taylor, for being good sports. Quote of the Week - Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work. - Aristotle Play Scenarios from the show 1. A 4/9 @ 50, A9 punts, the kick bounces at the B-20 and...
Conversation 96: Touching of the football
May 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBThere are various rules regarding touching of the football by a player. Kick or pass, intentional or unintentional...and more. It is crucial to understand the consequences of touching the football in these various situations. Tyler and Dwayne review these rules in this conversation. Quote of the Week Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm. - Winston Churchill Fight Song - Idaho Support the show
Conversation 95: Big XII Side Judge Corey Luxner
April 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBBig XII Side Judge Corey Luxner is our guest. In this conversation, Corey shares with us one of the most difficult periods in his long career. More importantly, he talks about how he overcame that adversity. Tallie Luxner (Corey's wife) makes a cameo and shares a few thoughts from a spouse's perspective. Corey also shares his unique pregame routines as well as how he continuously strives to be a good crewmate and make his referee look good. Quote of the Week Becoming is better than be...
Conversation 94: Player Focus Series - The Passer
April 11, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBACC Referee Stuart Mullins has returned to the podcast to help us with our next player in the Player Focus Series: The Passer. As before we take a deep dive into this crucial position. Stuart guides us through the definition of a passer, things the passer can and can't do, as well as fouls against the passer. As a referee he provides a unique perspective and contrasts his point of view with other referees around the country. Quote of the Week “Only those who will risk going too far can ...
Conversation 93: Big XII Umpire Michael Cooper
March 28, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBIn this conversation, we talk to recently retired Big XII Umpire Michael Cooper. Michael shares wisdom from a long and successful officiating career, starting in 1994. His career includes many bowl games as well as a national championship. Fight Song - NC State Support the show
Conversation 93: Big XII Umpire Michael Cooper
March 28, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBIn this conversation, we talk to recently retired Big XII Umpire Michael Cooper. Michael shares wisdom from a long and successful officiating career, starting in 1994. His career includes many bowl games as well as a national championship. Fight Song - NC State Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rule11)
Conversation 92: Player Focus Series - The Kicker
March 14, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBTyler and Dwayne continue the Player Focus Series. This time we shine the spotlight on all things pertaining to the Kicker. We discuss what makes a player the kicker, when they become the kicker and when that designation terminates. We explain why you need to know when the kicker's designation end and the applicable rules. Join us for a deep dive into this specialized position. We also welcome another contestant for the Rule 11 challenge. Quote of the Week All of us want to be part o...
Conversation 91: PAC-12 Referee Michael Mothershed
February 28, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBIn this conversation, we talk to Pac-12 Referee Michael Mothershed. He provides some great insights into his long career, including how key people have helped him at various stages. We discuss his experience in the 2016 BCS National Championship Game as well as his role on the 2017 Rules Committee. Michael shares his transition from deep side to crew chief and what crew cohesiveness means to him. Quote of the Week Three bricklayers are asked: “What are you doing?” The first says, “I am ...
Conversation 90: Player Focus - The Snapper
February 14, 2021 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBTyler and Dwayne tackle their first rules discussion of Season 4; starting a series called Player Focus. In this conversation, we talk about rules regarding The Snapper. We define what makes a player the snapper and what they can and can't do. Additionally discuss why its important to not only define who the snapper is, but when a player becomes the snapper. Quote of the Week “Never let the things you want make you forget the things that you have” -Unknown Mentioned on the Show Play ...
Conversation 89: Pure Officiating
January 31, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBPure Officiating (https://www.pureofficiating.com/) has quickly become one of the top training resources for college football officials. Big XII Referees Brandon Cruse and Tuta Salaam, Big XII Back Judge Daniel Young and Big XII Side Judge Corey Luxner are the architects. We introduce Tuta and Corey as first time guests. All four guys discuss how Pure Officiating came about from their love of football officiating. Quote of the Week "In every day there are 1440 minutes, therefore we h...
Conversation 88: Season 4 Kickoff
January 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBTyler and Dwayne kickoff Season 4 of the Rule 11 Podcast. We take a look at the upcoming spring season and discuss some of its potential benefits. We reflect on some of the positive things we observed in a challenging 2020. Quote of the Week “Our fears are more numerous than our dangers, and we suffer more in our imagination than reality” - Seneca, Roman philosopher Fight Song - Portland State Support the show
ESPN's Ryan McGee - Sidelines and Bloodlines
September 27, 2020 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBESPN's Ryan McGee joins us to discuss his latest book: "Sidelines and Bloodlines, A Father, His Sons and Our Life in College Football". Ryan's father is longtime ACC official Dr. Jerry McGee. Ryan joins us to discuss the book and shares a few stories. Quote of the Week You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great - Zig Ziglar Mentioned on the Show Sidelines and Bloodlines Book Fight Song - South Carolina Support the show
Conversation 86: Steve Shaw
August 16, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBIn our final conversation of Season 3, CFO National Coordinators of Officials and NCAA Football Secretary-Rules Editor, Steve Shaw, joins us. We cover a the following topics and more. Career overview Duties of Secretary-Rules Editor and National Coordinator of Officials Overview of CFO and CCA 2020 challenges New rules process 3 conflicting play scenarios Quote of the Week The greatest of all weakness is the fear of appearing weak - J.B. Bossuet Fight Song - Old Wabash Support th...
Conversation 86: Steve Shaw
August 16, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBIn our final conversation of Season 3, CFO National Coordinators of Officials and NCAA Football Secretary-Rules Editor, Steve Shaw, joins us. We cover a the following topics and more. Career overview Duties of Secretary-Rules Editor and National Coordinator of Officials Overview of CFO and CCA 2020 challenges New rules process 3 conflicting play scenarios Quote of the Week The greatest of all weakness is the fear of appearing weak - J.B. Bossuet Fight Song - Old Wabash Support th...
Conversation 85: Rich Kollen - SCCFOA
August 09, 2020 07:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBThe California Community College athletic program is unlike anything else in the country. Rich Kollen, SCCFOA Director of Football Operations joins us to talk about this large organization and how they have been so successful producing quality officials. Listen in and learn about this unique program. Quote of the Week If you have courage to begin, you have courage to succeed - David Viscoff Mentioned on the Show SCCFOA The UnOfficial Lounge Podcast Fight Song - UC Davis Support the show
Conversation 84: Frank Kristensen: IFAF
July 26, 2020 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBDid you know that American Football is played all over the world? IFAF Europe Coordinator of Officials Frank Kristensen talks to us about the organization that governs international play, International Federation of American Football and how American football is officiated and played around the world. Quote of the Week “What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.” - Henry David Thoreau Mentioned on the Show Frank Kristensen's YouT...
Conversation 83: ACC Referee Stuart Mullins
July 19, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBACC Referee Stuart Mullins joins us for our 83rd conversation. He talks to us about various clock issues that we may encounter during the course of a game. Stuart discusses how to prevent clock issues from occurring. He provides some thoughts on how to correct them when they happen. We also touch on the importance of mentorship and giving back. Quote of the Week Everything gets harder if you start going on and on about how hard it is - Steven Covey Mentioned on the Show Clock Issues Vid...
Conversation 82: Umpire in the Backfield Mechanics
July 12, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBBeginning this year, the CFO is allowing a 7-person mechanics experiment, with the umpire in the offensive backfield. On today's episode, we have 3 officials from the BigSky conference who have worked these mechanics the past two years. Referee Kelly Holman, Umpire John Schindler and Back Judge Chris Storey join us to give us their thoughts on working this mechanic Quote of the Week “Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes.” Oscar Wilde Fight Song - Duke Support the show
Conversation 81: 2020 Editorial Changes
July 05, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBTyler and Dwayne go through the list of 2020 Editorial Changes, We review each editorial change and offer explanations and examples to hopefully clarify these new set of changes. Quote of the Week Any man who reads too much and uses his own brain too little falls into lazy habits of thinking. —Albert Einstein Fight Song - "Old Wabash" Support the show
Conversation 081 - 2020 Editorial Changes
July 05, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBTyler and Dwayne go through the list of 2020 Editorial Changes, We review each editorial change and offer explanations and examples to hopefully clarify these new set of changes. Quote of the Week Any man who reads too much and uses his own brain too little falls into lazy habits of thinking. —Albert Einstein Fight Song - "Old Wabash" Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rule11)
Conversation 80: Officiating Mindset w/ Daniel Young & Brandon Cruse
June 21, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBIn this conversation we are discussing how our mindset can play a big role in officiating (and in our lives). Big XII officials, Daniel Young [BJ] and Brandon Cruse [R], are our guests. They describe the two mindsets and provide examples of how they manifest themselves in football officiating. Quote of the Week Why waste time proving over and over how great you are, when you could be getting better Carol S Dweck Mentioned on the Show Mindset: The New Psychology of Success Car...
Conversation 80: Officiating Mindset
June 21, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBIn this conversation we are discussing how our mindset can play a big role in officiating (and in our lives). Big XII officials, Daniel Young [BJ] and Brandon Cruse [R], are our guests. They describe the two mindsets and provide examples of how they manifest themselves in football officiating. Quote of the Week Why waste time proving over and over how great you are, when you could be getting better Carol S Dweck Mentioned on the Show Mindset: The New Psychology of Success Car...
Conversation 79: Related Run, Last Run, and Penalty Enforcement
June 14, 2020 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this conversation, Tyler and Dwayne discuss running play segments; the related run and the last run in particular. We cover how to determine the basic spot, based on when the foul occurred. Additionally we cover the special case when we enforce the penalty from the end of the last run. Fight Song - Notre Dame Quote of the Week I don’t think of all the misery, but of the beauty that still remains. -Anne Frank Mentioned on the Show Checklist for End of Last Run Enforcement Was there ...