Suburban Officials Association
Minnesota Officials Serving the State of Minnesota
The Suburban Officials Association serves high schools participating in MSHSL sanctioned activities in the Twin Cities metro area as well as many schools west of the Metro area and schools in Southeast and South Central Minnesota.
- SOA has over 150 members, many of whom also officiate sports other than football and softball, such as volleyball, basketball, wrestling, hockey, baseball and lacrosse.
- SOA supports the schools we serve by assigning officials to many of their sub-varsity contests.
- In addition to their high school schedules, many SOA officials also officiate at D3, D2, and D1 NCAA level.
Interested officials may apply for membership by going to the Annual Registration page or by contacting our Secretary/Treasurer:
​Michael Heifort
612-834-0087
About Suburban Officials Association
Our Vision
To be recognized as a leading source or trained and competent officials, at all levels of competition, in the State of Minnesota for football and softball.
Our Values
- Abide by the Code of Ethics
- Respect for diversity among all athletes
- Full knowledge and understanding of rules and mechanics
- Total commitment to the highest standards of officiating.
- Officiating for the benefit of the athletes versus personal gain
