KSHSAA Honors Athletic Officials for Service and Dedication

TOPEKA, Kan. - Each year, the Kansas State High School Activities Association recognizes

and honors a select group of contest officials for their dedication and service to Kansas

interscholastic athletic programs. The KSHSAA Official Recognition program started in the

1999-2000 school year to honor officials who have contributed significant years of service.

Award plaques are given for 20, 30, 40 and 50 years of service to the youth and schools of Kansas.

Officials reaching these milestones are recognized at a ceremony in conjunction with a state

championship event.

Each school year approximately 4,000 men and women, including some high school students,

become KSHSAA registered athletic officials. The Association registers officials in 10 of the 14

sports it sponsors. Officials at interscholastic athletic events not only provide for a fair and safe

contest environment but also play an important role as participants in the educational development

of high school students.

The KSHSAA was pleased to recognize these special individuals for their years of study, preparation,

sacrifice of personal time, and most of all, their enduring commitment to the schools and youth of Kansas.