Ratings

Ratings are the method by which officials can advance their level of officiating. GSVO maintains separate ratings for high school and college officiating.

High School

For High School officiating, GSVO utilizes the Tier rating levels:

• Level 1
• Level 2
• Level 3

Level 1 rating equates to beginning new officials just learning to officiate.

Level 2 rating equates to experience officials who have passed a rating and can handle up to 2A Varsity Matches.

Level 3 rating equates to experience officials who have passed the next level rating and can handle all levels of Varsity Matches.

Detailed Description of Rating System

Collegiate

For collegiate officiating, GSVO utilizes the PAVO rating levels:

• Local
• State
• National

For more information about the PAVO ratings, visit the PAVO website at http://www.pavo.org

Observations

Observations are the best method for officials to improve their skills. This is an opportunity to have your officiating observed by veteran officials in a non-judgmental environment, with an emphasis on improving your skills. As an official, you may want to get an assessment of your skills before trying for a rating, or perhaps you are looking to get a second opinion on your performance by other officials. Whatever your reason, GSVO recommends that officials be observed and get feedback on their performance on a regular basis to improve their officiating skills.   Contact the rating chair for more information.

Scheduling a rating/observation session

To schedule a rating or observation session, contact the Ratings and Observations Chair, Donna Christensen.  Note that all officials requesting a rating session will be required to pay the rating fee for that level.  All rating advancements take effect at the end of the season.