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Wearing the proper uniform is expected of all officials we assign.

The standard equipment required for wrestling officials per MSHSL is as follows:
 
  • Smitty MSHSL gray shirt with a black panel and black collar and sleeve cuffs with the MSHSL logo on the left chest. All officials must match.
  • Black pants & black belt
  • Black shoes (white or gray trim permitted) & black socks
  • ​Other equipment required: colored disk, black lanyard, black whistle, and red and green armbands.
     
You are representing both yourself and SMWOA when you step onto the mat, and you only have one chance to make a first impression. Make it a good one!

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Objective

The objective of the Southern Minnesota Wrestling Officials Association is to uphold and advance the proficiency of high school wrestling officiating.

 

We are dedicated to the consistent application of rules to ensure fair competition, foster respect among schools and their communities, and contribute to a positive and educationally sound athletic experience for all participants.

Commitment to Service

The Association's leadership and members are committed to serving league administrators and member schools with the highest degree of professionalism.

 

We deliver our services in an efficient and businesslike manner to ensure reliability and trust.

Membership Standards

In accordance with the Association's constitution, all members shall be registered officials with the Minnesota State High School League.

 

Membership requires adherence to the highest standards of professional conduct and fulfillment of all MSHSL officiating mandates, including:

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  • Annual attendance at state rules interpretation meetings.

  • Successful completion of the state rules examination.

Officers

President:  Matt Sogla

Assigners: SW MN - Rick Rud, SE MN - Matt Sogla

Treasurer:  Bill Olson

New Officials Program:  Joe Morgan

Board Members:

Steve Graff

Gary Heydt

Geoff Hjerleid

Joe Morgan

Dean Nelson

Rick Rud

Cami Snobl

Matt Stein

Contact the SMWOA Webmaster with questions regarding this page.

©2025 Southern MN Wrestling Officials Association

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