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WE'RE NOT ALONE
Officiating any sport is an incredibly thankless job, at times. Often times, it seems like it is the two teams competing vs. the officials. You make one side happy 50% of the time, each time you blow the whistle.
We are not alone in this endeavor. Our brother and sister officials all over this land feel the same, from time to time. The following article shares in our feelings. It's sad to see that this type of fan/coach/player behavior is flourishing right now. Guys like Jim Holleran are hanging up their stripes because you can only take so much. We need to do all that we can to work together with fans/coaches/players to educate them, otherwise, they'll be playing intramural sports, without officials.
https://hollerangetsitwrite.com/2025/02/17/after-36-games-ref-has-fill-of-unruly-fans-snow-icy-roads/
MODIFIED BASKETBALL RULES
2024-25 Playoff Schedule Announced
The Frontier League playoffs are right around the corner. Click HERE to view the Boys & Girls basketball schedules.
LET THE SCIENCE BE YOUR GUIDE!
Is the defensive player faking being fouled, or is there enough contact to rule a player control foul? This can be a very difficult question to answer, especially when making a split second decision.
SMU researchers are trying to help us determine what is real, and what is fake. Check out their short video and see their conclusion.
What an absolutely outstanding piece by the NY Times, highlighting one of Board 59's own, Bob VanCoughnett. You think you know someone after 22 years on the Board, but you really don't! Take a minute to read the article. Very well written.
Thank you Bob, for all that you do for your community!
On December 2, 2024 IAABO Board 59 lost a member of our family. 52 year member Fran Clark passed away. Not only was Fran a member for 52 years, he held the office of Secretary-Treasurer for 37 years. Fran was an invaluable member of Board 59, and also led by example, as he was the consummate professional. Board 59 offers our deepest condolences to the family of Fran Clark, and shares in their sorrow, as Fran will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace, Fran.
IAABO offers a host of benefits to it's members. Take a moment and visit www.iaabo.org Here, you will find everything from the ability to register for RQ+, download & view all rules changes and POE for the upcoming year, download and view a variety of instructional cards, including the scorers card, the timers card, the NYS shot clock card, and much, much more.
NFHS POINTS OF EMPHASIS 2024-25
FLOPPING CHART
NFHS RULES CHANGES 2024-25
There are several rule changes/additions to the 2024-25 basketball season. Please take a moment and look them over.
*Also, take a moment to review the Acceptable Uniforms, Equipment, and Apparel
There is an emphasis on flopping this season. Click here to see the chart provided by NFHS.
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