Iowa schools are facing a growing shortage of sports officials as student participation reaches record levels. It could mean some young athletes don’t get to play as many games.
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Iowa schools need hundreds more referees as sports participation hit record high
The Iowa High School Athletic Association says participation in school sports is at an “all-time high” for a “fifth consecutive year.” But reports indicate Iowa schools need hundreds more referees to keep up with demand.
St. Albert Activities Director Nate Noon says he began umpiring baseball games because no one else was available…