TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas State High School Activities Association honored four contest officials for their dedication to Kansas interscholastic athletic programs, recognizing milestones of 20 and 40 years of service.
40 years
- Chris Kohl, Overland Park
- Antonio Sandate, Newton
20 years
- Michael Burns, Wichita
- Terry Smith, Hiawatha
About the KSHSAA Official Recognition Program
The KSHSAA Official Recognition Program, established in the 1999-2000 school year, honors officials who have contributed significant years of service to Kansas high school athletics. Officials reaching these milestones receive award plaques and are recognized at a ceremony held in conjunction with a state championship event.
Each school year, approximately 4,000 registered athletic officials work KSHSAA events across 10 of the 14 sports the association sponsors. These officials provide a fair and safe contest environment while playing an important role in the educational development of high school students.
Media Contact: Jeremy Holaday,
jholaday@kshsaa.org
Communications Contact: Evan Riggs,
eriggs@kshsaa.org