TASO Policies

The MISSION of the Texas Association of Sports Officials is to be the main advocate for sports officials promoting fair pay, safe and quality working conditions and recognition of the value of our services while providing highly qualified and trained officials who are dedicated to interscholastic competition, participants, coaches and to the game itself for Texas middle and high school athletic contests.

The Board of Directors established a core set of VALUES that reflect the history and fundamental principles and legacy of the TASO’s tradition.

These values have been the cornerstone and foundation of the organization, emphasizing the importance of what TASO does and how it is done.

MEMBER‑DRIVEN

As officials themselves, TASO leadership, composed of current and former officials, is committed to addressing the needs and priorities of all our members, regardless of division

INTEGRITY

We uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and social responsibility.

TRANSPARENCY

Promote openness and provide access to information for our members, avoiding the appearance of secretive, closed‑door meetings.

ACCOUNTABLE

We honor our commitments to members and the schools we serve with accountability and responsiveness.

EXCELLENCE

Shape the future through quality and character, setting appropriate goals and being accountable, developing leadership,
empowering members, promoting statewide officiating mechanics and philosophies, taking pride in our avocation, and enhancing the image of the officiating profession

Our VISION is to amplify the significance of the role of sports officials while becoming recognized as the national leader in providing quality, effective and innovative training of officials for junior, middle and high school athletic competitions.