The Art of Officiating with Joe Forte

Joe talks about how to prepare yourself during a throw in as well as things to be aware of during a throw in. 

This episode is the beginning of a new premium content series called;  After the Whistle:  featuring Chris Rastatter (NCAA National Coordinator)! After the Whistle is a premium content series which The Art of Officiating staff is making FREE to listeners and subscribers. The Art of Officiating w/Joe Forte will still be delivering free content however this special series, A...

Forte speaks about the importance of leading with experience and always giving back to the things that have given to you. He highlights veteran officials mentorship to rookie officials.  Forte also gives listeners a heads up on his new series, "After the Whistle".  After the Whistle will not only be an audio podcast, but it will also feature a video podcast! Joe and the production crew a...

Welcome back to another season of The Art of Officiating with your host Joe Forte! Forte speaks from his national coordinator meeting as well as preparing your mind for the upcoming season. It starts now! 

Forte talks about the lead position and the subconscious mind.

Forte follows up to his previous podcast only to now reference the responsibilities of the center position and our thought process. 

Forte talks about the trail position as well as giving scenarios to anticipate and think about. 

Forte discusses the importance of knowing why certain things have changed and the benefits it reaps.

Forte wishes all listeners a Merry Christmas! 

Forte talks about the craft and touches on the mindset/dedication to the game, partners, and self. 

Forte talks about two plays from this season. You can view the clips on our YouTube page hyperlinked below.  1.) Blocking Foul  2.) Coach Touches the Ball 

Forte goes back in time to share with you some memos from his college officiating career. He poses the question...Has anything really changed?

Forte speaks with Angelo, who was an outstanding referee and mentor to many of us. He has inspired many officials to a higher level of officiating. Angelo speaks with Joe about thoughts for this upcoming season!  

Forte is back in Season 3 as your host of The Art of Officiating! Forte gives you tips and interpretations on the new NCAA rule changes/points of emphasis. 

Forte recaps summer training programs and gives a few tips to aid you as you make decisions on camps you will be attending this summer!  The Art of Officiating staff appreciate your continued support as we wrap up Season 2 of our successful podcast. Joe will be back to begin Season 3 of The Art of Officiating in August 2021. Stay tuned and have a great summer!  -AOO Staff 

Forte gives a recap on the 2020-21 season as well as tips on how to improve in your summer training! 

Forte speaks about some events that occurred when he was still officiating, as well as touching on the AOO's first-ever zoom clinic for our supporters who have donated to the podcast! It is not too late for you to support and be apart of this virtual clinic! https://anchor.fm/aoowjf/support

Forte gives details on how to think and perform like a postseason official!

Forte presents part two of the series of One-Two, and then there were Three! 

One-Two, and then there were Three

Forte talks about his experience with supervisors from an official standpoint, as well as a supervisor to official perspective. 

Forte discusses things that he is seeing from contests in the 2021 season. 

Forte discusses the challenges of officiating in the time of a pandemic. 

Forte goes in depth on a play from this season. Forte breaks it down to the core to help you in your thought process if you are ever in a situation alike!  https://youtu.be/XKVRm6bJI3k

Forte talks about preparation in regards to officiating.