Part of the game: Referees remain in need for local high school football

The 2023 high school football season is right around the corner and officials are still needed.

A major part of the game, referees are some of the unsung heroes who sanction the sport while ensuring safety and fairness on the field.

If there are no officials, there are no games. Referees are a necessity in sports.

In an attempt to recruit new referees, Rick Sherwood, leader and assigner for the Coachella Valley Football Officials Association sat down with Sports Director Blake Arthur to express the need for more men and women to get involved.

Click here for more information if you're interested in becoming an official!

Kickoff for the upcoming season is Friday, August 18.

Be sure to watch the Best Local Sports Show every Friday night with Blake Arthur and Bailey Arredondo for highlights, scores, interviews and more.

KESQ News Channel 3 is your home for complete coverage throughout the high school football season.