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In August, 2000, I interviewed for the position of Assistant Commissioner for the CIF Southern Sec on. In that interview, I was asked a question about what challenges I thought were facing the CIF Southern Sec on in the future. At that me, I thought the biggest challenge we faced were the groups and individuals... Continue Reading →

I believe that 2016 will be always be known as a year to remember. I say that because we ushered in the new year on January 27, when the CIF Southern Sec on Council voted to implement a compe ve equity playoff model for several of our sports. That issue became the domina ng theme... Continue Reading →

The CIF Southern Section is an educational institution committed to utilizing the high school athletic experience to build a foundation for young people to help them be successful in life. We are primarily known for conducting championship playoffs in 24 sports for Boys and Girls and there is certainly a great deal of attention paid... Continue Reading →

In working with all of the rules that govern the conduct of the interscholastic athletic programs in the CIF Southern Section, it has been my experience that the rules regarding undue influence are the ones that generate a tremendous amount of discussion. Perhaps no other subject elicits as much passion as this one and it... Continue Reading →

“Playoffs? Playoffs? I just hope we can win a game!” Former NFL Head Coach Jim Mora, Sr. fashioned that quote several years ago at a post-game press conference in response to a question about the possibility of post-season play after his Indianapolis Colts team had lost that day. The point he was trying to make... Continue Reading →