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Training Videos
If you missed the MIBT preseason show use the link below for on-demand segments.
https://mibt.org/nebraska-mibt-preview/

Throughout the season NSAA will be providing free videos courtesy of MIBT. 
For more training videos and to access to their searchable library of plays, visit MIBT.org today.  Use code neofficial at checkout to receive a $10 discount on your yearly subscription.

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6-Man Championship Officials: Alan Toof, Roy Fitzgibbon, Edward Mann, Charles Marsh, Sawyer Haag
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6-Man Championship Chain Crew: Patrick O’Neill, Marshall Everitt, Dave Behle, Brock Elsen
Week #2 Reminders (2026)

Heat Management Considerations 
Official’s time-outs for water breaks can be scheduled or inserted into the game as needed. See the information below.

NFHS Rule 3.5 – Charged and Official’s Time-Outs
Article 7… An official’s time-out (which is not charged to either team) occurs during a dead ball:
g. For unusual circumstances or conditions which may create a health risk to the players. 

Recommended opportunities to take an official’s time-out for heat include:
  • Between the first and second periods (Extend to two minutes)
  • Between the third and fourth periods (Extend to two minutes)
  • Prior to a free kick (Extend to two minutes)
  • Change of possession (Extend to two minutes or as needed)
  • Halftime may also be extended, by mutual agreement of each team


Reminder
The Part 2 Test is open and available via your login page.
The deadline to complete the Part 2 Test is September 26th.
The Part 2 Test is not required but all officials are encouraged to take it.
The Part 2 Test is mandatory if you wish to move up "CERTIFIED" classification.


MIBT Video Review
NFHS Rule 9.4
Illegal Personal Contact
#70 initiates illegal contact to the opponent with the crown of his helmet. Safety first.
​https://vimeo.com/reviews/79d990f0-6348-4fa0-a822-1d874ce11532/videos/1216196513
Video courtesy of MIBT. 


For more training videos and to access to their searchable library of plays, visit MIBT.org today. Use code neofficial at checkout to receive a $10 discount on your yearly subscription.


Week #1 Reminders (2026)

Click here for:
2026 Free Kick – Alignment and Coverage Areas
2026 Free Kick – Onside Alignment
2026 Scoring Kick – Alignment
Wireless Crew Communication Devices – Guidelines & Requirements
25/40 Play Clock Information
2026 NFHS Instructions for Chain Crews
2026 NFHS Instructions for Clock Operators
2026 NFHS Football Rules Changes/Editorial Changes/Points of Emphasis
2026 NFHS Football Rules Changes, POEs, & Equipment Reminders
2026 NFHS Football – Points of Emphasis

*Flagrant & Unsportsmanlike Fouls
     *Officials must penalize flagrant and unsportsmanlike fouls such as:
          *Taunting
          *Racist language / comments
          *Excessive celebrations
          *Using profanity Disrespecting / arguing with game officials
     *Helping the Runner
          *Pushing the pile is legal.
          *Direct contact while pushing, pulling, lifting of the runner to assist forward progress is illegal.
     *Sideline Management & Control
          *Game officials expect this area to be organized and kept clear of unnecessary personnel.
          *Coaches must remain in the designated team area when interacting with game officials, especially for rule discussions.
     *NFHS Authenticating Mark on Game Balls