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Preparing for High School Basketball Season: A Veteran Referee’s Guide for One Month Out
As high school basketball season approaches, you might find yourself wondering how to prepare for the challenges ahead. Whether you’re a...

Sarge
Oct 9, 20246 min read


NFHS 2024-2025 Rule Change for High School Basketball – Focus on Flopping
National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) for the 2024-2025 season.

Sarge
Oct 9, 20242 min read


How Can You Maintain Composure When Speaking in the Spotlight?
I walk up to the coach, hands on my hips, my voice louder than it needs to be, and before the coach even finishes asking their question,

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Sep 5, 20243 min read



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Aug 23, 20240 min read


Laughing Refs and Poker Faces: The Art of Staying Cool When the Gym’s on Fire
Last season, I had the pleasure of officiating some of the most electrifying high school basketball games of my career. I’m talking about...

Sarge
Aug 10, 20247 min read


When Leadership Fails to Foster Unity and Growth in High School Basketball Officiating Associations
In my years of officiating high school basketball, I’ve witnessed firsthand the triumphs and struggles that come with being part of an...

Sarge
Aug 9, 20245 min read


Surviving the Helicopter Crew Chief: Tales from the High School Varsity Court
You know the type—the “helicopter crew chief” who hovers over every call, every rotation

Sarge
Aug 9, 20247 min read


Sarge’s Keys to a Good Game: Pre-Game Chat Guidelines for Basketball Officiating
These are the principles that help us stay sharp, unified, and effective on the court.

Sarge
Aug 8, 20244 min read


"Embracing Differences: Achieving Excellence as a Top Basketball Official"
As a new basketball official, you might feel that you're built differently, and that's a good thing. You have a high-performance...

Sarge
Aug 7, 20246 min read


Balancing Basketball Officiating and Fitness: My Experience with SuperBeets Heart Chews
Over the years, I’ve tried various methods to keep my body and mind in the best shape possible, and recently,

Sarge
Aug 7, 20243 min read


Applying RSQB to Offensive Players: Enhancing Officiating through Motion Analysis
In the context of basketball officiating, the RSQB (Rhythm, Speed, Balance, Quickness) concept is often associated with decisions

Sarge
Aug 6, 20245 min read


The Influence of Partners in Officiating: A Journey from Good to Great
Elevate your basketball officiating game by understanding the influence of partners. Learn how high-performing referees can boost your game

Sarge
Aug 5, 20245 min read


Igniting Passion: Harmonizing Mentorship with Content Development in Officiating
The time and energy I once dedicated to mentoring and fostering the development of young referees have significantly diminished.

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Jul 29, 20243 min read



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Jul 24, 20240 min read


10 Traits All High Performers Have in Common: High School Basketball Officials Edition
High school basketball officiating is a demanding yet rewarding profession. High performers in this field exhibit a unique blend of...

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Jul 10, 20244 min read



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Jul 9, 20240 min read


The Privilege of Pressure: Building a System for Success in Basketball Officiating
As basketball officials, we all have ambitions. We strive to be the best officials we can be, earning the respect of our peers, coaches,...

Sarge
Jul 1, 20243 min read
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