Without The Stripes, It’s Not Official! with Jim McLean
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This is the second episode in our series of 2026 Section IV Football Season Previews. Our analysts break down the teams, student-athletes, and storylines you need to know.
This episode is a conversation with Jim McLean, member of the Southern Tier Football Officials Chapter, their Rules Interpreter, and Referee on game days. Jim will review the minimal rules update and this season's points of emphasis. Jim will also take you through a typical game day preparation. He will also share the "Good Side" of…
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