Green Bay Reporter

The Green Bay Packers have announced a partnership with the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) to recognize high school football officials throughout the 2025 season. This effort is part of a broader initiative by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and the NFL to honor those who officiate high school football games.

Under this program, the Packers and WIAA will select a "Crew of the Month" for September, October, and November. Nominations will be reviewed for five key officiating roles: referee, umpire, head linesperson, line judge, and back judge. Officials will be chosen based on their objectivity, fairness in applying rules, and commitment to their responsibilities.

At the end of the season, five officials previously recognized as Crew of the Month members will be named to a Wisconsin "Crew of the Year." These honorees will then be considered alongside other NFL teams’ selections for a national Crew of the Year award through NFHS and NFL channels.

"We're proud to recognize the hard work and commitment of Wisconsin high school football officials through this partnership with the WIAA, NFL and NFHS," said Packers football outreach manager Ryan Fencl. "Though often a thankless job, officials are essential to the game. Their dedication ensures student-athletes across the state have a fair, safe and structured opportunity to play football."

Each month's honorees will be featured on digital and social media platforms managed by both the Packers and NFL Play Football.

"We are excited for this partnership with the Packers," said WIAA Assistant Director Chad Schultz. "Officials play a vital role in education-based athletics. Without their dedication, fairness and integrity, the lessons of teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship would never reach the field. Through this recognition program, we are excited to showcase officials that have made great contributions to the sport of football and also their local communities across the state."

Nominations for outstanding Wisconsin high school football officials can be submitted online during the 2025 season.