LEARNING CENTER: COR ACADEMY-Blog

Your rank, evaluations, or selections do not define you.

n every basketball association, there inevitably comes a moment when a member—be it a seasoned official with years of experience or a promising newcomer still finding their footing—makes a mistake.

Today, social media isn't just a platform for casual updates—it’s an essential tool for recruiting, educating, and showcasing talent.

As I lace up my shoes again for another season, I'm grateful for the journey officiating has provided. The lessons learned from fitness routines, AAU tournaments,

I quickly realized that no matter how skilled, experienced, or respected an official is, there are always others ready to step in at a moment's notice.

Regardless of how much experience you have or the awards and accolades you've received, officiating is a craft that requires continuous improvement and a relentless pursuit of excellence

I always tell new officials: Be late. Be needed. Be right. Don’t just chase the next assignment.

No matter how much you contribute to your community or excel on the court, there will always be those who doubt you.

Forget Broadway, forget Netflix, forget whatever else people are binge-watching these days. There’s no drama, no comedy, and no unscripted c

How do you handle blowouts as an official? Have you faced a challenging situation where you had to balance fairness with game flow?

Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.

The "Good Cop, Bad Cop" officiating philosophy may have been around for a long time, but it doesn’t belong in modern high school basketball

In our quest to provide meaningful feedback, we believe there is a noteworthy possibility that the player may have flopped

As a basketball official, you must ensure the game runs smoothly, fairly, and safely. You’re trained to focus on mechanics, rules, and...

No matter how experienced or prepared you are, whether it’s the 10th game of the season or the 70th, an off-game is inevitable.

I often hear in officiating associations, "I am just a volunteer; I am not getting paid." This mindset of leaders avoids accountability.

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But let's be real—evaluations can sometimes feel like more of a test of politics than of proficiency.

It's time to put yourself in the role of a referee and make a critical decision! Watch the play closely and determine whether it’s a...