From the desk of OABO Interpreter, Michael Kim… FIBA Rule Changes Attached below are the 2022 FIBA Rule Changes. OABO will be enforcing all the FIBA rule changes effective immediately rather than the Oct. 1st start date to reduce confusion by adopting rule changes after the start of the girls’ high school season. CBOC will […]
From the desk of Michael Kim, OABO Provincial Interpreter… Rationale Voluntary use of a face mask to minimize the spread of COVID-19 is permitted and CBOC/OABO have granted an exemption to prevent violation of FIBA Rule 4.4.2. RULE 4.4.2(a) – FACE MASK EXEMPTION “Surgical, non-surgical or tight-fitting cloth face masks designed to prevent the spread […]
From OABO…. Recently, OABO has created a new email address (oaboexec@gmail.com) to help directly communicate with our members. However, it has come to my attention that a number of members have not received our emails because it may be going to an individual’s junk mail/spam folders. Or alternatively, for instance in Gmail, these emails may […]
Please review the following information from OABO… Basketball Is Back! Dear OABO Members, Officials will soon be able to return to the court! In order to do so safely and in accordance with all Public Health guidelines the Board of Directors has put together two documents to guide you through this process. Please find links […]
Nine Reasons to Become a Basketball Official 1. Develop Lifelong Friendships There is a relationship between referees that is hard to find elsewhere. Players are supported by coaches and fans. Referees only have each other. This reliance on one another and working together as a team creates a unique bond. 2. Enjoy the Social Aspects […]
