Hey guys, so today I wanted to talk about something that’s been on my mind lately – female referees in the UFL. I was watching a game the other day, and I noticed there were a bunch of women on the field calling the shots. It got me thinking, how did they get there? What’s their story?
So, I started digging around. I spent hours on the internet, reading articles, watching videos, just trying to piece it all together. It wasn’t easy, to be honest. There’s not a ton of information out there specifically about female referees in the UFL.
First Steps
I started broad, looking up female referees in general. I learned about Sarah Thomas, who’s a big deal in the NFL. She was the first woman to officiate a major college football game, a bowl game, and even in a Big Ten stadium. I read that she has been an American football official since September 21, 1973. That’s pretty cool, right? She’s a real pioneer.
Then I found out about Amanda Sauer-Cook, who is the first openly gay official to work in a major national professional football league. She was so cool that I found her story inspiring and I watched a few videos about her.
And then there was Rebecca Welch. She made history as the first woman to referee a Premier League match. These women are seriously breaking down barriers.
Diving Deeper into UFL
But I wanted to know more about the UFL specifically. I finally stumbled upon an article that mentioned there are seven female referees working in the UFL this season. Seven! That’s huge. It also said they all come from Power Five college football conferences, which means they’re the real deal.
Putting it All Together
So, here’s what I figured out. These women, they didn’t just magically appear in the UFL. They worked their way up, just like anyone else. They started in high school or college games, got noticed, and kept moving up the ranks. They probably faced a lot of challenges along the way, being women in a male-dominated field. But they persevered, and now they’re officiating at a professional level.
My Thoughts
Honestly, I’m really impressed by these women. They’re tough, they’re knowledgeable, and they’re not afraid to stand their ground. It takes guts to be a referee, especially in a sport like football. You have to make split-second decisions, deal with angry players and coaches, and always be on your toes. And they’re doing it all while also paving the way for other women who want to get into officiating.
I think it’s awesome that the UFL is giving these women a chance to shine. It shows that they’re serious about diversity and inclusion. And it’s a great example for young girls who might be interested in sports, but don’t see a lot of women in those roles. These referees are showing them that it’s possible to achieve their dreams, no matter what.
I don’t know about you guys, but I’m going to be paying a lot more attention to the referees from now on. These women are making history, and I think that’s something worth celebrating.
Anyways, that’s my little deep dive into the world of UFL female referees. I hope you found it interesting. Let me know what you think in the comments. Have you noticed more female referees in sports lately? What are your thoughts on it?
- Cheers.
