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Come on Refs Academy: Travel, Kick Ball or Something Else
Come on Refs Academy: Travel, Kick Ball or Something Else

Sarge
Oct 26, 20230 min read


Come on Refs Academy: You Make the Call- Good Step-through or No?
In high school basketball, the step-through move is considered legal when it is executed within the boundaries of the rules. The...

Sarge
Oct 25, 20232 min read


Handling the Pressure: My Approach to Officiating High School Varsity Basketball Games
Handling the Pressure: My Approach to Officiating High School Varsity Basketball Games

Sarge
Oct 24, 20233 min read


Exiting Gracefully: How to Depart Your High School Basketball Officiating Association
Request a meeting or write a formal resignation letter to the appropriate leadership personnel

Sarge
Oct 24, 20232 min read


Game Evaluation Bias: A Hidden Challenge in High School Varsity Officiating
Corruption within the game evaluation process can lead to a general erosion of trust within the officiating community and between officials

Sarge
Oct 21, 20236 min read


The Journaling Advantage: How Basketball Referees Can Elevate Their Game
Whether you officiate high school games or varsity showdowns, keeping a journal can be your secret weapon.

Sarge
Oct 5, 20233 min read


Setting the Tone Officiating Journal-Buy today!
Calling all scholastic basketball officials! Are you ready to take your officiating skills to the next level?

Sarge
Oct 4, 20232 min read


The Complex Dynamics: Understanding the Relationship Between Combat Veteran Officials and Civilian
At the heart of the issue lies a fundamental difference in the backgrounds and roles of combat veteran officials and civilian officials.

Sarge
Oct 4, 20236 min read


Reforming High School Basketball Officiating: Breaking Down the Good Old Boy System
The Good Old Boy System in High School Basketball Officiating has long been a subject of concern and controversy.

Sarge
Oct 3, 20237 min read


From the Battlefield to the Court: Why Combat Veterans Make Exceptional Basketball Officials"
The transition from the battlefield to the basketball court may seem like an unlikely journey, but for combat veterans turned officials

Sarge
Oct 2, 20232 min read


Subpar Commitment Equals Subpar Outcomes: The Officiating Dilemma
Basketball officiating is a challenging endeavor, demanding sharp instincts, deep game understanding, and impeccable decision-making.

Sarge
Oct 1, 20233 min read


The Shadow of Dictatorship: Lessons from Unlikely Places
magine, for a moment, that you are an active participant in a democratic election, a cornerstone of freedom and accountability in any societ

Sarge
Sep 30, 20232 min read


Balancing Motivation: The Key to Success for High School Basketball Officiating Crews
In this article, we will delve into the significance of diverse motivations and how they contribute to the success of officiatin

Sarge
Sep 29, 202311 min read


Creating a Successful Mentorship Program in Officiating: Insights and Best Practices
Officiating high school basketball games is no easy task. It requires precision, knowledge of the game, and a strong sense of fairness.

Sarge
Sep 28, 202311 min read


Mastering the Work Ethic: The Key to Success for Basketball Officials
we will delve into the significance of a robust work ethic for basketball officials and how it can propel them toward success in the officia

Sarge
Sep 27, 20236 min read


Optimizing Mental Performance as an Official: - 10 Chapters
We will explore the significance of mental performance, the development of a winning mindset, and strategies to overcome the mental hurdles

Sarge
Sep 26, 202316 min read


Decisive Officiating: Elevating Your Role in Basketball-
n this short book, we will explore what it means to be decisive as a basketball official,

Sarge
Sep 25, 20239 min read


Maximizing Halftime: A Referee's Guide to Performance Enhancement
It is a time when everyone involved in officiating can come together, share their perspectives

Sarge
Sep 24, 20234 min read


You Make the Call: Player Control, Block or Let it Go!
A player control foul, often simply referred to as a "charging" foul in basketball, is a common type of personal foul that occurs when an of
Could be You
Sep 23, 20232 min read


Navigating Partner Anxiety: Strategies for Success as a High School Basketball Official
Managing stress and nerves during games is essential for
maintaining focus on making accurate calls.

Sarge
Sep 23, 202311 min read
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