Frequently asked questions
Answers for officials, schools, and tournament directors.
Who does SEMVOG provide officials for?
We staff high school volleyball programs, including the Macomb Area Conference, along with AAU clubs and tournaments throughout South East Michigan.
What do I need before I can work a SEMVOG event?
Every official working a SEMVOG event must hold a current AAU adult non athlete membership, which includes a background check, with our club code added. Officials in the IT International district are the exception: they do not use our club code, because AAU rejects it as invalid for that district. The certification page walks through each step.
I already have an AAU membership. How do I add the club code?
You can add club code U7MJYRZSW to an existing membership without starting over. Follow the instructions on the certification page.
If you are in the IT International district, skip this step. The code does not apply to that district, and AAU will show it as invalid if you try to use it.
Do I need a separate registration for high school matches?
Yes. High school matches require a current MHSAA officials registration for the school year. AAU membership alone does not qualify you for high school assignments.
How can I see which events I registered for?
Visit My registrations and enter the email you registered with. We will email you a report of every event you registered for, the days you can work, and the status of your AAU membership card photo.
How are assignments made?
High school assignments are made through Arbiter. When you receive an assignment, accept or decline it promptly so the schedule can be filled with confidence.
Why does keeping my availability calendar current matter so much?
An outdated calendar is the most common cause of assigning problems. If a date is not blocked, you can be assigned to it, and declining later means a match has to be restaffed on short notice. Block every date you cannot work as soon as you know about it. Declines caused by commitments that were never blocked count under the group availability policy.
I am new to officiating. Can I still join?
Absolutely. We train and observe new officials and pair them with experienced partners as they build confidence. Start with the new official interest form or contact us directly.
How do I request officials for my school or tournament?
Contact us with your dates, location, number of courts, and level of play. The earlier we hear from you, the better we can staff your event.
What uniform do officials wear, and where can I buy it?
The uniform is a polo shirt with navy blue slacks. The polo can be plain white or a certified official polo in white, cyan, or gray. Wear a blue or black belt, white socks, and white athletic shoes.
Certified apparel is available from vendors approved by the Professional Association of Volleyball Officials (PAVO) to supply the official uniform, equipment, and accessories for collegiate play. Contact the vendors directly with any questions.
- Leader Promos (VBOfficialsGear.com)
- Roof Sportswear
- Time Out For Sports
How can I get an AAU rule book?
AAU does not print a rule book. AAU indoor volleyball is played under the AAU Code in the AAU Volleyball Handbook and the current USA Volleyball playing rules, as modified by the AAU National Executive Committee. Both are free to download:
How much are officials paid, and when?
There are two pay scales, one for Power League events and one for tournaments. The rates are posted on each event's page.
Pay is processed through the 3Step Sports payroll portal, by direct deposit or check, on the Friday after the event.
Do you provide hotel accommodations?
For tournaments, yes. We provide hotel accommodations for officials who live more than 60 miles from the tournament site. We have you covered!
Hotel accommodations are not provided for Power League events.