Q: Who is required to take a fitness test?
A:
The MHSOA Constitution states:
"To maintain a 1 or 1A classification the official must take the State fitness test as defined by NYSCOS
prior to October 1st. An official cannot be upgraded to a 1 or 1A unless he/she has taken the State fitness test."
This means that Class 1 and 1A members must take the fitness test
or else be demoted.
Also, Class 2 and 3 members who wish to be considered for promotion to Class 1 or 1A must take the fitness test.
The MHSOA Executive Committee strongly encourages all members, even those not strictly required, to participate
in the fitness test.
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Q: What are the elements of the fitness test?
A:
1. 12 minute run
2. 200 meter dash/run
3. 50 meter dash
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Q: What are the consequences if a member does not take the fitness test?
A:
Class 1 and 1A members will be demoted one Class.
Class 2 and 3 members will not be eligible for promotion to Class 1 or 1A.
In addition -- NYSCOS (New York State Certified Officials of Soccer) requires the MHSOA to certify that all
officials who attend the State Tournament Finals have taken the required fitness test.
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Q: When are fitness tests held?
A:
Generally, fitness tests are held during the month of August. Members are encouraged to monitor the
Meetings page on the MHSOA web site for times and locations.
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Q: Is my USSF or NISOA fitness test accepted as a substitute for the NYSCOS test?
A:
Yes, but the individual who gives the test must provide, in writing, the results of your test to the
MHSOA Secretary.
