Passing of John Hobscheid

IACO would like to share the news of the untimely passing of multi-sport and state final official John Hobscheid yesterday. John passed away from complications after back surgery. Even though he was not a member of every association…chances are that everyone has...

Beginning Umpire Clinic

The Inter-Athletic Council of Officials (IACO), Metro-Chicago is hosting Beginning Umpire Clinic, designed for new Umpires with little or no experience via remote learning (ZOOM). Umpires of any experience level needing Level 1 Credit may register as well. The cost is...

Basketball Level 1, In-Person Clinic

Date: Saturday November 4, 2023  Site: Elmwood Park High School Time: Doors open at 7:00 AM Clinic from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cost: $25, at Door: $35 Schedule: Cafeteria: Jeff Rutledge – New Rules 8:00 – 9:00 AM Tim Loughnane – So you Think this is a Travel...
New Officials Basketball Class

New Officials Basketball Class

This class is ideal for people starting out in basketball officiating with zero to 4 years of experience.  New material is presented each week.  Major areas of the class include high school rules, mechanics, communication, and philosophy. To obtain IHSA...

Coaches Clinic for Beginners

IACO in partnership with the Great Lakes Officials Association is offering a Rule Clinic for Coaches to help New coaches get insight into common rules that umpires administer and coaches’ question. We think smarter coaches and umpires makes for smarter ball...