Why officials quit?

[JRutledge]

Officiating is not for everyone. I think those that start out much younger usually stay in it much longer. The problem I have seen (if you really see it as a problem) many of the newer officials we see are over 40. You get guys that waited until their kids got out of HS and they have more time on their hands, so they take up officiating. Many of these people are already successful people and they do not want to wait around 5-10 years to get to the varsity level or college ranks. I think once people do not get to where they thought they should, they find other reasons for quitting. This is where "politics" and "time" become a factor. If someone really wants to officiate, they will find a way to officiate if you ask me.

Peace