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NFHS Rule 5 Breakdown: Series of Downs, First Downs, Penalties & Measurements
Season 3 Episode 23
In this episode of Whistle Talk, Mike D the Referee and Coach Chip continue their NFHS Football Rules Series by breaking down Rule 5: Series of Downs…
4 months ago
Rule 4 Explained: Dead Ball, Live Ball & Inadvertent Whistles
Season 3 Episode 22
What really makes a football play end? Is it the whistle—or something else?
In this episode of Whistle Talk, Mike D the Referee is joined once again b…
4 months, 1 week ago
Rule 1-3 Review Quiz: Test Your Football Rules Knowledge
Season 3 Episode 21
Join Mike D The Referee for a special solo episode of Whistle Talk as we review NFHS Football Rules 1, 2, and 3 through a comprehensive quiz designed…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
NFHS Football Rule 3 Explained (Part 2) | Game Clock, Play Clock, Timeouts & Clock Management
Season 3 Episode 20
In this episode of Whistle Talk, Mike D and Coach Chip finish their deep dive into NFHS Rule 3 by breaking down game clock administration, play clock…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Running the Clock: Everything Officials Need to Know About Rule 3
Season 3 Episode 19
In this episode of Whistle Talk, referee Mike D teams up with Coach Chip to clarify critical aspects of football game management—specifically periods…
5 months ago
How Understanding ‘Rule Two’ Can Transform How You Call and Coach Football
Season 3 Episode 18
In this episode of Whistle Talk, Mike D. The Referee and Coach Chip Seagle dive into the intricacies of football officiating, focusing on Rule 2. The…
5 months, 1 week ago
Rule 2 Breakdown: Understanding the Language of Football
Season 3 Episode 17
In this episode, Mike D the Referee and Daniel break down Rule 2 of the 2026 NFHS Football Rule Book, the section that defines the language of the ga…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Rule 1 Essentials: A Guide for Football Officials, Coaches and Fans
Season 3 Episode 16
Ever wondered what refs are thinking during a game? 🤔 Let’s dive into the mind of a football official!
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5 months, 3 weeks ago
2026 NFHS Rules Changes and Points of Emphasis
Season 3 Episode 15
As the 2026 football season approaches, many players, coaches, and officials are left wondering: what are the new rules, and how will they affect the…
5 months, 4 weeks ago
The Future of Officiating Development Starts Here
Season 3 Episode 14
On today’s episode of Whistle Talk, I’m joined by Ash Synnott from the Officiating Collective, sharing insights on how we can elevate our officiating…
6 months ago