Check Out Jakob Black Anthony DiBenedetto’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jakob Black Anthony DiBenedetto.

Hi Jakob Black, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
In 2024, a group of Flag football officials came together and said that we needed a place to voice our opinions and views of how flag football was growing and how the officials of the game were growing with it. That group began with 8, and quickly dwindled to two eager individuals who wanted to have the most consistent podcast for flag football. The focus has been primarily on events held within USA Flag, who recently obtained the Guinness Book of World Records record for the Worlds largest flag football tournament. Currently we host a weekly podcast covering all parts of flag throughout the world as well as a focus on what is happening in the United States.

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Overall it has been a smooth path to success. It has taken some time to grow in popularity, but with the perseverance of both of us we have developed into the most popular flag football podcast in the World.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
Jakob is the Head of Officials for USA Flag. He began working with the organization in 2020 and began in that role in 2022. He is most proud of being able to say he employs and contracts some of the best officials in the world. What sets him apart is the relationships he builds with the officials that he brings in for these tournaments.

Anthony is one of the Head Officials hired by USA Flag. He began officiating for USA Flag in 2023 and quickly rose to a crew chief in that time. One of his most proud accomplishments is being able to say that he officiated over 100 games at the 2024 World Championships in Tampa, Florida. What sets Anthony apart from the other officials hired, is he lives in his rulebook trying to master his craft.

Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
For officials, be confident in your calls, even if it is wrong! Second guessing yourself is a perfect recipe for disaster.

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