Sports
In this week's episode of Your First Downs, hosts Joel Pogar and Kirk Russell sit down with Kaylinda Benell, one of the most successful female officials in the Colorado Springs area. They discuss the challenges and opportunities for women in the male-dominated sport of football officiating. Kaylinda shares her experiences and offers advice for new officials, emphasizing the importance of being open to learning and studying the rules. The hosts also address a listener question about crossfield mechanics and how wing officials communicate during a play. Finally, they explore the career path of female officials, with Kaylinda expressing her aspirations to officiate at the college level. This episode highlights the need for mentorship and support for women in officiating and encourages more women to get involved in the sport.