New Referee Basketball

[crosscountry55]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

You're right. I could have spent the time at the track. Baby needs a new pair of shoes.

I have purchased more than a few pairs of shoes for Baby with my officiating income over the years.

Bucky...what gives? Any chance of your posts being viewed as misplaced sarcasm are rapidly fading.


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[bucky]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

You're right. I could have spent the time at the track. Baby needs a new pair of shoes.

Not sure I would consider time at the track better but whateves....

[amusedofficial]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

You're right. I could have spent the time at the track. Baby needs a new pair of shoes.

Is Shoreline still running?

[BigT]

Chief_Khan...

Watch out this advocation is addicting. I needed a 2nd job over 7 years ago and was addicted doing a church game in preparation for my first paid game a few days later.

Lost 50 lbs. The 1500 miles a year running, walking, sprinting, etc has put me at much better health than most my age. I have made over $100k in those years. Sure you have to buy some gear and pay some assocation fees. But we NEED you. No matter what you want from officating we need new blood. The average HS referee across all sports is 55. And they cant do it forever. Every level has it challenges. Your family is going to miss you. So limit yourself and enjoy them because you cant get back that time. For many it is a major stress reliever. Mentally fun to be in charge and manage the game. So much to learn it makes life fun and provides variety which is a major need for us. Will there be people who dont like your calls? Always. Just laugh all the way to the bank. If you focus on how much fun the other 99% of the time is you will love it.

Basketball is the hardest sport. So expect a large learning curve. And more sports its like taking candy from a baby. IF you study if you ask for feedback you will improve quickly. Your desire to get books and get videos puts you ahead of 99% of other newbies. Your willingness to come here and talk and keep asking questions puts you way out in front. Keep coming back. These guys will make you golden quickly.

It is the best part time job in America. I make $15-20k a year and its hard working a second job for 10 hours a week. Because I am approaching my 50s but its great money and most of the time its fun working with friends and watching kids grow up and you getting paid to keep in shape.

Good luck in NY!

[Adam]

Originally Posted by bucky

I'll heavily suggest not officiating unless it is and will be your sole source of income. The negatives outweigh the positives unless....you are making tons of money. I presume that everyone else will disagree with me.

Again, I suggest forgetting all about it. Consider doing something that is simply.....better.

Uhm, what?

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by Chief_Khan

Hello Everyone,

I'm in Queens NY and I was wondering the process of becoming a basketball referee and also I would like to know how you guys made time to ref games.

I'm in sales and that usually helps me make my own schedule.

Originally Posted by Chief_Khan

1. I've been reading a downloaded copy of NFHS basketball rules. Do you think this is enough to help me pass the exam ?

Depends on the kind of learner you are. I would suggest that you pick up the Simplified and Illustrated Rulebook and probably the Rules By Topic Book as well that put many rules and case plays into context. This is really helpful to guys that never have read a rulebook or understand its structure. Hard to read alone unless it is put out for you to understand.

Originally Posted by Chief_Khan

2. Is the IAABO test the same as NFHS or is it different rules ?

I have no idea, not in a place that takes either.

Originally Posted by Chief_Khan

3. Has anyone ever passed the test without taking the class ?

We did not have classes when I started. But our test was an open book test and you could look up the rules in the rulebook and casebook.

Originally Posted by Chief_Khan

4. Do you recommend any other reading material or videos I can view to help me out ?

I gave two, but NASO/Referee Magazine has many things that you can buy. I would suggest you invest in yourself and probably pick up many things that might help. the IAABO videos are great. Some of the books are great. It is just a matter of how much money you want to invest. But think of it as, "How many games it will take to pay for my investment."

Peace

Originally Posted by Chief_Khan

5. Does anyone have a IAABO book available for purchase or can i buy one from somewhere ?

[Chief_Khan]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

I'm in sales and that usually helps me make my own schedule.



Depends on the kind of learner you are. I would suggest that you pick up the Simplified and Illustrated Rulebook and probably the Rules By Topic Book as well that put many rules and case plays into context. This is really helpful to guys that never have read a rulebook or understand its structure. Hard to read alone unless it is put out for you to understand.



I have no idea, not in a place that takes either.



We did not have classes when I started. But our test was an open book test and you could look up the rules in the rulebook and casebook.



I gave two, but NASO/Referee Magazine has many things that you can buy. I would suggest you invest in yourself and probably pick up many things that might help. the IAABO videos are great. Some of the books are great. It is just a matter of how much money you want to invest. But think of it as, "How many games it will take to pay for my investment."

Peace

Thanks today I ordered two books and I will ordered some videos later on tonight.

Does anyone know where I can get the IAABO book? I'm more than willing to pay.

[BryanV21]

FYI, I don't want to be lumped into the "don't bother" crowd. Maybe more like the "it's not for everybody, so perhaps look elsewhere if all you want are a few extra bucks" crowd.

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[crosscountry55]

^ Tempting him to have another last word when he already declared it. Nice. I'm curious to see if he takes the bait.


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[Camron Rust]

Originally Posted by justacoach

If you think blockhead constitutes a pejorative as opposed to a descriptive comment, you are probably too hyper-sensitive to survive in any officiating environment.

Stop trying to backpedal on your inconsistent comments. We can all read your remarks clearly.

Originally Posted by crosscountry55

^ Tempting him to have another last word when he already declared it. Nice. I'm curious to see if he takes the bait.


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Several months ago when a similar thing occurred, he stated he was going to block me after one of my replies. I don't remember what it was about, but this isn't the first time this has happened.