Officials don’t quit because of the rules. They quit because they feel
overwhelmed, unsupported, and unprepared.
What It Takes gives officials the mindset and tools they need to stay in the game. This expert-led course strengthens the mental side of officiating—something most training programs overlook.
Whether they’re in season one or twenty, this course helps officials manage stress, build lasting confidence, communicate with purpose, and stay motivated through it all.
Build the mental edge
every official needs.
- Managing Stress: Stay calm and focused under pressure
- Building Confidence: Develop belief in yourself and your decisions
- Understanding Motivation: Learn how to stay driven through tough stretches
- Effective Communication: From body language to managing tense moments
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Personality & Performance: Use your strengths in high-pressure situations
Expert Contributors
Featuring Insights from
Dale Scott
Former MLB umpire Dale Scott, with 32 years of experience.
Dee Kantner
Veteran collegiate and former NBA and WNBA basketball official.
Kari Seitz
Current vice president of officiating for the United States Soccer Federation.
Mark Duddy
A Division I collegiate football official with 34 years of experience.
Dr. Lindsay Ross-Stewart
A certified mental performance consultant and mentor at the Association of Applied Sports Psychology.
Dr. George Carlo
A renowned sports performance coach focusing on the mind-body connection.
Beth Wrenwick
A veteran gymnastics official and administrator who has judged numerous NCAA championships.
Shane Butler
FIFA futsal instructor and former national referee.
Lauren Thienes
Soccer official at the collegiate, high school, and youth levels and is a successful men’s amateur league administrator.
Training that fits your program—and your people.
Whether you’re running a local association or overseeing officials statewide, What It Takes is built for scale. It’s easy to assign, access, and complete—anywhere, anytime.
Benefits for Groups:
- Fully online and self-paced
- Minimal admin workload
- Keeps officials engaged and growing
- Reinforces professionalism and retention
Perfect for onboarding new officials fast, and reenergizing returning officials
Affordable. Scalable. Built for You.
This course will retail for $59.95 per individual license. But if you’re buying for a group, you’ll pay far less.
Bulk pricing starts at just 10 licenses, with rates as low as $3.95 per official.
“This course gives what we wish
every official had—guidance,
structure, and belief.”
— Todd Stordahl
WOA Executive Director