FAQs
Becoming an Official
Clinics
Clinics are essential to the development of officials in the EBOA. Rule changes, interpretations and game situations are reviewed at clinics. This year we are dealing with a new program called the National Officials Certification Program (NOCP). During the October and November general meetings, about one hour will be devoted to this program. It
is essential that you are there for these two meetings in order to obtain the minimum number of hours needed to obtain your certification. Each member needs to have a total of 9 hours. The other times required for the NOCP certification will be given at a later date.
Equipment
As officials we need to be professional and looking the part is the essential first step. It is important to have clean well-kept attire to present a confident image on the floor.
EBOA uniforms consist of the following:
• Black Fox 40 Whistle [Classic]
• Striped official jersey
• Black Slacks, socks and Shoes
• Black CABO Jacket [not mandatory]
Uniforms need to be worn for all levels of games. During spring and summer games, black
shorts may be substituted for pants if both partners are wearing the same.
Levels (Community & NOCP)
The EBOA will continue to implement the new National Officials Certification Program (NOCP). The NOCP is a cooperative effort between Canada Basketball and the Canadian Association of Basketball Officials (CABO). The purpose of the NOCP is to assist in the education and development of officials. The program consists of 5 levels. Levels 1- 3 are administered by the Provincial Association (Alberta Basketball Officials Association – ABOA), Level 4 by CABO and Level 5 by the Federation of International Basketball Associations (FIBA).
The NOCP outcomes are as follows:
• Rule knowledge
• Floor mechanics
• Game management
• Court presence
Official development
What is the Mentorship Program?
The Mentorship Program is designed to help assist you in your personal development. This program is designed to prepare those officials that have Provincial Assignment aspirations. For more information, please visit the Mentorship Program page.
What is the EBOA Library?
The Library is an EBOA resource for officiating developme in various areas. For a listing of these DVDs and useful educational tools, please refer to the Education Page.
What are Camps?
Officiating camps are an excellent way to enhance your officiating skills at different levels. There are a variety of camps both in the United States and Canada. They allow you to be observed and evaluated by a multitude of experienced high level officials from around North America. For a list of such camps, please visit Stripe Zone
Scholarships
More information on scholarship can be found by clicking here.
Exchanges
More information on when exchanges be available are sent of by the Executive.
Assignments
ASAA Provincials
The ASAA stands for the Alberta School’s Athletic Association.This is high school level basketball. ASAA Provincials are held every March throughout the province. For a complete listing of locations of this year provincials championships, please visit the ASAA website.
What is ACAC?
The ACAC stands for the Alberta College Athletic Conference. This is college level basketball (ie: NAIT, GMAC, Concordia etc.). A great way to learn is by going to observe your colleagues while they work at this level. For a listing of the game schedules, please see the ACAC website.
What is CIS?
CIS stands for the Canadian Interuniversity Sport. This is the university level basketball (ie: Pandas and Golden Bears). By going to observe your collegues while they work these games provides another useful tool for personal development. Please visit the CIS website for a listing of games.
Off the Court
What are the EBOA Socials?
There are three EBOA Socials scheduled throughout the season. These are the Christmas Social, Brew Night (Provincial Announcements) and the Year End Social. These are a great way to get to know your fellow officials off the court. Keep your eyes on the Calendar for future event dates and locations.
What are EBOA Meetings?
The EBOA schedules General Meetings once per month during the months of September through March. Your attendance is highly encouraged as there is useful information shared by the Executive as well as other members. In addition there are educational sessions provided throughout the year. There is an Annual General Meeting which is held in April. Among many other items, the purpose of the AGM is to elect new Executive members when their two year terms are complete.
What is the Exam?
More information coming soon.
