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wes williams named new GISOA president
On July 30, at the 2022 GISOA Clinic, Wes Williams was announced as the new GISOA President. He will be serving in this leadership capacity for the next two years. Wes, the former GISOA Vice-President, has been a member of GISOA for the past 26 years.
current and former GISOA presidents
L to R: Wes Williams 2022-2024, Griff Sims 2011-2022, Joe Morgalis 2004-2011, Terry Radford 199?-200
The leadership and mentoring of the GISOA Presidents will never be forgotten! Thanks Wes, Griff, Joe and Terry for your combined decades of service!!
2022 clinic FEATURED FIFA assistant referee Corey Rockwell
Corey Rockwell
July 30, 2022
NISOA Senior Director of Education, 2018 World Cup FIFA AR and GISOA alumnus Corey Rockwell returned to present at the 2022 Clinic. Corey just finished his 330th MLS match (at or approaching record) and is in his 16th consecutive year on the FIFA panel – simply remarkable.
From NISOA.com
https://www.nisoa.com/news/xz4562yajnwse7isoezpmk931itla0
Written by Adriana Contreras - February 14, 2022
It is our great pleasure to welcome Corey Rockwell (Arizona ISOA) in Phoenix, AZ as NISOA’s newest appointed Senior Director of Education. Corey joined NISOA in 1994 with the Georgia ISOA and has officiated 10 College Cups, including refereeing the NCAA National Championship matches in 2009, 2016 and 2017 and 5 championship assignments as an Assistant Referee.
You may know Corey for his impressive professional resume, including 2011 MLS Assistant Referee of the Year, 2012 U.S. Open Cup Final, Copa America in 2016, not to mention his selection to officiate the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia and most recently MLS Cup Final in 2019. Corey has been on the FIFA International Panel as an Assistant Referee since 2007 and remains a critical part of the panel today.
However, each college season Corey trades the flag for a whistle as a well respected official in the college game known for many Corey-isms across the numerous conferences he works. From the dynamic power squat to the goal line to goal line shuttle runs, Corey has made a strong presence in the college game. We’re delighted to have Corey’s experience on the Leadership Team at NISOA.
As the Senior Director of Education, Corey will oversee NISOA’s educational agenda, including but not limited to clinics at the national and regional level, webinars, the annual NISOA Summit, quiz series as well as chapter educational content. The Director of Video, Mark Cahen, as well as Director of Assessment, Amanda Ross, will both report to Corey, fully aligning all of our education under Corey’s leadership. As many of you know, Todd Abraham remains on the team in an advisory capacity to ensure a smooth transition of our educational programs. We are forever indebted to Todd’s countless years of service and contributions to NISOA.
As a longtime loyal NISOA member, Corey brings decades of collegiate experience at the highest levels in addition to being one of our top rated instructors year over year. Corey understands the importance education plays in making us all better one game at a time. Please join us in welcoming Corey in his new leadership capacity and we look forward to great things from Corey in this new role.
More on Corey's career:
https://express.adobe.com/page/Zg5CEE8OTVYT9/
From PRO (Professional Referee Organization):
http://proreferees.com/2022/02/21/corey-rockwell-300-mls-games-and-counting/
Griff Sims ending 11-year role as president
On May 24, 2022: Griff Sims announced he will be concluding his 11-year post as the GISOA Chapter President. A new President will be elected at the 2022 pre-season clinic. Sims will continue serving on the GISOA Board as the Past-President.
2021
NEW Members
We are proud to welcome our new members for 2021.
Congratulations to:
- Jordan Castillejo
- Mary Fernandez
- Patrick Hunter
- Bruce Mattos
- Rigoberto Reynoso
- Shevah Rezaee
- Nicole Sahai
2021 Clinic featured former FIFA Referee - Ms. Rachel Woo
GISOA was proud to host Ms. Rachel Woo - SEC, Sunbelt, Patriot League, & NE-10 Coordinator of Officials, as the Guest Speaker for the Annual Clinic held on July 31st in Atlanta.
Ms. Woo is a former FIFA and NISOA National Referee. She has worked 18 NCAA Final Fours and the 2003 FIFA World Cup.
She also serves as an NCAA Soccer Regional Rep with responsibilities assigning NCAA championship matches and the management of officials at NCAA events including Final Fours & Regional Clinics. She has been involved in the development of technical materials for training of NCAA soccer officials.
Ms. Woo also currently serves US Soccer as a New England National Assignor, National Referee Coach and as a member of the National Referee Committee.
Ms. Woo's mentally stimulating presentation, which focused on PROFESSIONALISM, both on and off the field, created a lively and extremely valuable discussion. Based upon her wealth of international and national experiences, she emphasized the importance of being reliable, honest, fit, punctual and accountable. Ms. Woo detailed the value of knowing the rules, communicating appropriately and in a timely manner. She also stressed that professionals maintain high ethical standards, demonstrate integrity, show a willingness to learn, maintain a positive appearance, are approachable and not biased. She encouraged everyone to be their best at all times, to evaluate prior performances and to continually strive for improvement. Those attending the GISOA Clinic were blessed and fortunate to learn many valuable lessons from Ms. Rachel Woo. She is truly a PROFESSIONAL!
Questions?
Contact GISOA President Griff Sims griffsims22@gmail.com
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