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Old Mon Jan 03, 2011, 12:27pm
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Originally Posted by bainsey View Post
Could anyone tell me where the term "umpire" came from as it relates to a basketball official?
Ask Dr. Naismith.

USA Basketball: Naismith's Original 13 Rules

I realize the duties have changed quite a bit since the Original 13 rules but I believe the designations are a nod to tradition more than anything else.

Assistant Referee doesn't make sense because for the most part, all of the officials have the same duties.
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