training new officials

[Raymond]

Originally Posted by AremRed

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My local association (I'm a member of two) is good for rules discussion, hearing presentations on different topics, newer officials like me making connections to get games, and fellowship!

You get that here for free.

[jTheUmp]

Looking back at my basketball records...

My first year I worked 112 games (combined youth wreck and High School/Jr High).

Gross income was about $2600... Net income was about $1800 after clinics (most of which were free), association dues ($65), registration with the state (only $10 because it was an add-on after football), uniform, mileage, etc.

Background check was handled by the state.

My experience probably isn't typical to a complete newbie... my association does football and basketball, and I had been doing football for 4 years prior to starting basketball, so the higher-ups and assigners knew me already.