About this episode

Mike D the Referee chats with Mike VanderVelde about the upcoming UFL season and changes in football officiating.

In this episode of Whistle Talk, I chat with Mike VanderVelde, a seasoned official from the Big12 and National Championship acclaim, about the upcoming UFL season and the dynamic changes that are reshaping football. From kickoffs to scoring dynamics, we're diving deep into how officiating is evolving and what it means for the game we love. Expect more action, more scoring, and a better viewing experience this season! Catch the full convo in our latest episode #WhistleTalk #FootballReferee #UFL #FootballInsights #GameChanger

People in this episode

Host: Mike D the Referee

Guest: Mike VanderVelde

Topics covered

• UFL season
• officiating
• football rules
• scoring dynamics
• viewing experience

Keywords

• UFL
• football
• officiating
• scoring
• kickoffs
• Big12
• National Championship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Big12, National Championship, UFL

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