Collegiate Officiating Consortium Partners with NSC for 2026 in Naples

Naples, FL — November 2025

The National Scouting Combine is proud to continue its partnership with the Collegiate Officiating Consortium (COC), ensuring the highest level of officiating for the 2026 event at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Florida.

The COC, in collaboration with the Big Ten Conference, provides top-tier officials and mentors who help maintain the professionalism, consistency, and integrity of the Combine. This partnership offers a unique developmental opportunity for officials, combining on-field training, live-game experience, and networking with leaders in the sports industry.

“This Combine provides a unique opportunity for our officials to get quality reps during the offseason while receiving instant feedback from our evaluators,” said Grace Delzer, Coordinator of Football Administration, Big Ten Conference. “Our officials participate in 1×1 and 7×7 drills, as well as an 11×11 scrimmage, and they receive immediate coaching from current and former B1G and NFL officials. It’s one of the only settings where they can get such high-quality reps and feedback.”

The 2026 All-Star Game Showcase, taking place on Thursday, January 8th, provides officials with a true live-game environment, enhancing their ability to manage real-time situations under the guidance of COC mentors.

“The live-game environment is hard to simulate in the offseason,” Delzer added. “This experience allows our mentors to educate officials through real-game scenarios, helping them identify strengths and areas for growth while preparing for future officiating opportunities.”

Beyond on-field training, the NSC also offers a networking and professional development platform for officials. Classroom sessions provide access to Conference Commissioners, Football Assignors, former NFL players and coaches, B1G Athletic Directors, and former NBA and NFL officials, giving aspiring officials invaluable insight and connections.

COC’s partnership with the NSC has helped produce officials who go on to work at the highest levels of football. One notable example is an official who attended the Combine in 2013 and later officiated the CFP National Championship in 2019 and the Super Bowl in 2024.

“Our collaboration with the Collegiate Officiating Consortium is essential to maintaining the quality and professionalism of the National Scouting Combine,” said Jimmy Kibble, CEO & Founder of the Beyond Sports Network Foundation and National Scouting Combine. “By providing officials with a platform to develop, gain live-game experience, and connect with leaders in the sport, the COC helps ensure that every aspect of the Combine is executed at the highest standard. We’re proud to continue this partnership into 2026.”

Through this ongoing collaboration, the NSC reinforces its commitment to athlete development, professional officiating standards, and building meaningful connections across the sports community.

About the Collegiate Officiating Consortium (COC)

The COC, in partnership with the Big Ten Conference, provides elite officiating mentorship and development opportunities for collegiate football officials. Through on-field training, live-game experiences, and classroom sessions with sports industry leaders, the COC equips officials with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to excel at the highest levels of the sport.