Official of the Year

The Iowa Games is a non-for-profit organization that relies heavily on its volunteers, which includes its volunteer officials. In most cases, a volunteer receives a T-shirt, lunch and an occasional sign of gratitude from an athlete or spectator.

Many of our volunteers officiate all day long with no expectations of recognition or reimbursement. It is not uncommon to see a basketball, baseball, hockey or soccer official work more than 10 games during the course of the weekend.

This award is designed to reward our officials and give them the praise and recognition they deserve for generously giving their time, sweat and talents.