Welcome to Buckeye Elite - Stanger Assigning (BESA)

Buckeye Elite - Stanger Assigning (BESA) is a premier officiating organization committed to delivering top-tier officials for a wide range of sports, including baseball, basketball, softball, volleyball, and football.

With a trusted network of over 1,300 qualified officials, we ensure that every game is staffed by skilled professionals who uphold the highest standards of integrity and fairness.

We proudly serve more than 300 youth organizations, supporting the development of young athletes and promoting excellence in sports across our community.

Our extensive experience includes officiating for some of the region’s most recognized tournaments and leagues, such as:

At BESA, our passion for sports and commitment to professionalism make us a trusted leader in athletic officiating.

BECOME AN OHSAA OFFICIAL

Step 1 - Register

Step 2 - Take OHSAA Officiating Class

Once registered, please complete/edit any profile and contact information, and click Choose Sports to indicate which sports you are interested in. Click on the Official profile and Select a Course to review the information and register for a class.

Step 3 - Take Officiating Exam

The class concludes with the officiating exam. Applicants must receive a passing score of 75% on the mechanics and rules exams and pass the proficiency portion to be a licensed OHSAA official. Successful students may begin officiating interscholastic contests immediately.

Step 4 - Complete Concussion Training

Applicants must complete a concussion training course before officiating.

Step 5 - Receive Officiating Permit

Applicants with a passing score will receive their officiating permit in the mail within three weeks from their test date. If you do not receive your permit within this time frame, contact the OHSAA officiating department at 614-267-2502, ext. 110 or officiating@ohsaa.org.

Note: Applicants receiving a grade of 65% to 74% on the mechanics or rules exam may request a retest. Applicants who do not pass the subsequent officiating exam must wait one year to re-enroll in the officiating class and start the application process over.

Step 6 - Contact your local officiating association

We encourage all officials to join a local officials association. You can reach out to local associations in your area by searching for their Local Secretary information in the Officiating Directory from your myOHSAA profile.

Step 7 - Renew your officiating permit annually in June

Renew your officiating permit annually in June.

Note: During the school year in which the official successfully completes the adult education class, all meeting requirements are waived.

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Our own Mike Stanger sat down with 700 WLW's Chick Ludwig to talk sports, officiating, and more!

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