High Schools Athletics

Iowa High School Athletics

The IOWA Foundation aims to support the viability of high school athletics across Iowa. We do so by supporting the recruitment and training of coaches and officials. We also support the student athletes directly by donating equipment and providing scholarships to recruiting services for those facing financial barriers.

Coaching Authorizations

The IOWA Foundation is providing scholarships to cover the cost of Coaching Authorizations in Iowa for those who face financial barriers to obtaining their license. We partner with several approved providers who offer the 55-hour workshop while having an official partnership with National Education and Athletic Certification Association (NEACA)

Visit the Iowa BOEE website to learn more.

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Certified HS Officials

In Iowa, 50% of certified high school officials are over the age of 50 years old. The IOWA Foundation is helping to recruitment, train, mentor and offset costs to become a certified high school official in Iowa. We have partnered with Umps Care to bring their Official Leadership Program to Des Moines to honor the legacy of the late Eric Cooper.

Stay involved with Iowa high school athletics by registering as an official! To qualify, registrants must be a high school student or older, have a thorough understanding of the sport you wish to officiate, and the ability to interpret and apply rules.

For more information, visit the IHSAA and IGHSAU websites.

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