International Referees Organisation
Refereeing, shared knowledge and a community built around pool.
The International Referees Organisation supports both aspiring and established referees through training, qualification and ongoing development. Its referees officiate at major eightball events around the world.
Our shop, rules resources and referee pathways bring that work together in one place.
Good officiating starts before the opening break. Understanding the rules, developing practical skills and arriving prepared all have a part to play.
Explore the organisation, find guidance for the game you play or speak to the team about becoming a referee.
Referee development
Understand the difference between learning the rules and completing referee training.
The IRO community
Visit the official IRO membership page for current options and benefits.