Officials Info
VHSL Training is required annually for all Meet Officials. VHSL training covers all positions and once completed you will be certified to be a Referee, Starter and Stroke and Turn Judge.
Training is completed through "Whistle". There is a fee to become a trained official. Once you have completed the training and submit your certification, you can submit your paid receipt to NSHS Swim Boosters and you will be reimbursed for your training expense.
New Officials: New Officials Registration
Returning Officials: Returning Officials Login
Officials wear blue bottoms (shorts, pants, skirt, skort) and a white top (polo preferred) with plain white shoes (if you have them).
Steps to Becoming and Official:
1. Sign up on Whistle (see above)
2. Pay for the Swim and Dive Test $45
3. On NFHS - watch the training video (choose your state: VA)
4. On Whistle - watch the current season Rules Clinic Video
5. On Whistle - watch the current season VHSL Policy Video
6. On Whistle - take the Swim and Dive test.
- You have two chances. We STRONGLY advise you to purchase a copy of the NFHS Rule Book to use while taking your test. A passing score (>85% for post-season) can be obtained by reviewing the rules (use the search tool...). More information can be found here: NFHS Swim and Dive Rule Publications
7. After you have passed the test AND your certifications show up, send a screenshot of your completed test score, certifications and receipt to [email protected] to be reimbursed for your officials training.
Additional Resources: USA Swimming Stroke Videos (Optional)
How to Officiate Backstroke (note - in VHSL there is NO ledge and no delay of turn call)
