ABOUT OUR CHAPTER

San Antonio Football Officials

Serving the game. Developing officials. Supporting student-athletes.

From Friday night lights to the next generation of officials, our chapter is built on preparation, integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to the game.

400+Chapter members
200+Schools served
1968–69Earliest officer records

Our mission

The San Antonio Football Officials Chapter is committed to promoting the game of football through qualified officiating, education, integrity, and sportsmanship.

We unite officials in a community built on cooperation, fellowship, and professional development. Through ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership, we prepare our members to officiate with confidence, sound judgment, and a thorough understanding of the rules and mechanics of the game.

We serve schools, coaches, and student-athletes by promoting fair competition, building respect for the role of officials, and providing qualified crews for football games throughout our region.

Around the Chapter

The people, experiences, and moments that bring our chapter together. Every official has a story. Every story strengthens our chapter.

Why I Officiate

Monthly

Officials of every age and experience level on why they started and what keeps them coming back.

The first Why I Officiate spotlight is coming soon.

Young Guns

Monthly / quarterly

Following newer officials as they build confidence, learn from mentors, and grow on the field.

The first Young Guns spotlight is coming soon.

Beyond the Stripes

Quarterly

Veterans with 25+ years of service on the lessons, relationships and moments that kept them in the game.

The first Beyond the Stripes spotlight is coming soon.

Chapter in Action

As it happens

Clinics, awards, championship assignments, and community activities.

The first Chapter in Action story is coming soon.

Current Chapter Leadership

2026 Officers

President Alfredo (Fred) Juarez arj413@att.net
Vice President Jim Sartwelle sartwellej@gmail.com
Treasurer Brock Pittman brock.pittman@cmc.com
Secretary David Balli dballi@satx.rr.com

Division Representatives

Division 1 Ron Isgur risgur@gvtc.com
Division 2 Joseph Breu breu@breu.org
Division 3 Chad Schumacher refschumacher@gmail.com
Division 4 Tim Farrell farrellta@gmail.com
Division 5 Ronald McGinnis ronmcginnissr.official@gmail.com

Game Assignors & Coordinators

Varsity Games Coordinator David Balli dballi@satx.rr.com
Monday–Tuesday Sub-Varsity Assignor Christopher Lopez SAFB.MonTuesAssign@gmail.com
Wednesday Sub-Varsity Co-Assignor Fred Cruz SAFB.WedAssign@gmail.com
Wednesday Sub-Varsity Co-Assignor Joe Wicker SAFB.WedAssign@gmail.com
Thursday Sub-Varsity Co-Assignor / 6-Man Coordinator Jamie Craig SAFB.ThurAssign@gmail.com
Thursday Sub-Varsity Co-Assignor Jonathan (J.R.) Reed SAFB.ThurAssign@gmail.com
Friday Sub-Varsity & Auxiliary Coordinator Rudolph (Rudy) Balli SAFB.AuxAssign@gmail.com
Saturday Sub-Varsity Assignor Charlie Salinas Sr. SAFB.SatAssign@gmail.com
Sub-Varsity Coordinator Thomas McAfee tmcafeeref@gmail.com
Scrimmage Coordinator Matthew Carpenter macarp76@gmail.com

Our History

Generations of officials have helped shape football officiating in San Antonio and the surrounding communities. Our chapter's records reflect decades of leadership, service, and dedication to the game.

Chapter Leadership Archive

Explore past officers and division representatives, with records dating back to 1968–69.

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Hall of Honor

Recognizing the officials whose leadership, service, and contributions helped shape the chapter.

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CONTACT US

We're here to help.

Questions about the chapter, a game, or requesting officials? Send a note and we'll respond within 48 hours.

Thinking about officiating? Use the interest form instead. It goes straight to our recruiting contact.