AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY JUNIOR BASKETBALL CAMP AND CUP XXVII

THE HANDBOOK FOR REFEREES AND REFEREE COACHES 12 to 19 January 2013

Accommodation: Australia Park Motel 356 Wodonga Place (Hume Highway) Albury Ph: +61 26021 6000

INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the 2013 Australian Country Junior Basketball Camp and Cup, being the 27th year of the program. The history and the traditions are relived as are the shared experiences. Sportsmanship, good will and healthy gamesmanship are all part of that program experience and memory. Steeped in tradition is the philosophy that this program continues to be about development. That is, development for the referees, the referee coaches and the administrators. Collectively and individually we never stop learning. As referees and referee coaches, you have been selected to represent your State / Territory / Country to participate in this very exciting and very challenging program. Although you may have your own personal experiences, I am confident that each and every one of you will benefit from the collective experiences of your colleagues as well. The referee coaches for this program are vastly experienced and have volunteered to impart and share their knowledge and experiences with you. I encourage you to harness this knowledge and adapt these experiences to enhance your own game. After all, the role of the coaches is to enhance your own skills so make sure you take advantage of this opportunity. The Camp and Cup provide an excellent opportunity for the youth referees of Australia and New Zealand to expand their knowledge of basketball, from a dedicated group of educators who have all donated their time to assist the referees to enjoy our great sport. History has shown that the program has continually evolved and strived to and remain progressive. Significant planning and preparation will ensure that this program will meet, if not exceed, your developmental expectations. Like many past players, officials and administrators, you will be part of the history that makes this camp and cup the outstanding program that it is today. You should be very proud of this achievement. It must always be remembered that we share a common goal. We must all work as one team; an unbiased team working towards fairness and sportsmanship. Our goal is to adequately and professionally service the needs of the players and the staff of this years program. I am confident we will meet this challenge easily. This booklet has been prepared to assist you and to maximise the development opportunities at this event. Please remember that it is not just about what we do and how we behave on the court but also about what we do and how we behave off the court as well. Friendships will be formed and the relationships forged will last a lifetime. Enjoy the experience and I look forward to the opportunity of working with each and every one of you at the XXVII Australian Country Junior Basketball Camp and Cup.

Albert Joseph Referee Commissioner

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SCHEDULE OF MEALS / THEMES
Saturday 12 January 2013 Dinner: BBQ at the Motel - Paid for as part of the Camp Sunday 13 January 2013 Breakfast: At Australia Park Motel Lunch: Sandwiches/ Rolls (make your own) cold meats and vegetables/salads At Scots College (Stadium) in Albury Dinner: At Albury Commercial Club Golf Club - Paid for as part of the Camp Monday 14 January to Saturday 19 January 2013 Each person to contribute $45.00 $10 each night (Mon Thu) and $15 for Bowling. All dinners during the Cup will be at the Australia Park Motel. Breakfast: Lunch: At Australia Park Motel To be arranged individually and at your own cost.

Monday 14 January 2013 Dinner: Pasta (Hosted by NSW, TAS and QLD) Theme: Hero night Tuesday 15 January 2013 Dinner: Roast Chicken (Hosted by NZ and ACT) Theme: Rainbow solid colour clothing Wednesday 16 January 2013 BOWLING NIGHT (Compulsory Attendance) Dinner: Pizza (Hosted by WA and NT) Theme: Your own State Team colours (being Bowling Night) and Bling Thursday 17 January 2013 Dinner: BBQ (Hosted by VIC, Oceania and SA) Theme: Hawaiian Shirt Friday 18 January 2013 Dinner Free Night to choose and obtain your own dinners. Theme Your own choice

REGISTRATION

4.00pm to 5.00pm Saturday 12 January 2013

ACCOMMODATION

Australia Park Motel, Hume Highway Albury NSW.

CAMP DATES

Saturday 12 January to Monday morning 14 January 2013. Scots College Albury

CAMP VENUE

CUP DATES

Monday 14 January to Saturday 19 January 2013.

CUP VENUES

Albury Basketball Stadium Wodonga Sports and Leisure Centre Scots College - Albury

FIRST GAMES

Monday 14 January 2013 Albury Basketball Stadium 1.00pm Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre 12.30pm Scots College Albury 1.00pm

OPENING CEREMONY

Monday 14 January 2013 11.00am at Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre.

CLOSING CEREMONY

Saturday 19 January 2012 - 3.30pm at Albury Basketball Stadium.

KEY CONTACTS
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR MR JOHN MARTIN COMPLIANCE OFFICER and MANAGER EDUCATION 0419 225 273

REFEREE COMMISSIONER

MR ALBERT JOSEPH 0414 194 563

ASSISTANT TO THE REFEREE COMMISSIONER (Logistics / Meals / Transport / Injuries)

MR PETER NICHOLAS 0418 433 516

MANAGERS AND REFEREE COACHES

MANAGER GROUP 1 18s MR ALAN GARRAWAY 0414 931 062 1. David Nimmo (ACT) 2. Graham Clarke (NSW) 3. Riannan De La Torre (NSW) 4. James Boyer (NSW) 5. Mark Harris (SA) 6. Mark Ryan (SA) 7. Steve Cullinan (QLD) 8. 9. (VIC) (VIC) MANAGER GROUP 2 16s MR KEN COULSON +6427 471 3435 1. Nathan Smith (NSW) 2. Debbie Keirs (NSW) 3. Matthew Ryan (SA) 4. Andrew Johnson (TAS) 5. Glenis Slater (VIC) 6. (VIC) MANAGER GROUP 3 14s MR JOHN REARDEN 0438 834 112 1. Michelle Whitehead (SA) 2. Sam Le Gallou (SA) 3. Jilly Harris (NZ) 4. Andrew Bradshaw (TAS) 5. Gerard ORourke (VIC) 6. Michelle Nicholas (NSW) 7. (NSW) 8. (Vacant to be filled)

REFEREES

GROUP 1 18s 1. Sarah Hagan (NT) 2. Hannah Martin (TAS) 3. Brigette Shelton (TAS) 4. Adam Alderman (SA) 5. Gavin Nash (SA) 6. Craig Goodman (NSW) 7. Braedyn Smith (NSW) 8. Megan Johnson (NSW) 9. Emily Childs (NSW) 10. Grace Amey (NSW) 11. Andrew Greenwood (NSW) 12. Ben Tull (NSW) 13. Nathan Lyon (NSW) 14. Nathan Paff (NSW) 15. Brendan Lloyd (NSW) 16. Byron Geddes (NSW) 17. Amy Sutas (NSW) 18. Cathy Poithili (Oceania) 19. Tom Bower (WA) 20. Richard Kenny (NZ) 21. James Burley (QLD) 22. Ben Barnard (VIC) 23. Kaine Jefferies (VIC) 24. 25. 26. 27. (VIC) (VIC) (VIC) (VIC)

GROUP 2 16s 1. Meg Shepherd (NT) 2. Adam Cooper-Stanbury (ACT) 3. Micayla Helson (ACT) 4. Ruben Woolcock (TAS) 5. Cameron Hingston (TAS) 6. Carson Choi (TAS) 7. John Daniels (SA) 8. Jen Dorrell (SA) 9. Ben Castlehouse (NSW) 10. Josh Burghardt (NSW) 11. Josh Kerry (NSW) 12. Luke Pazanine (NSW) 13. Brendan Reid (NSW) 14. Marc Bordet (Oceania) 15. Ty Storer (VIC) 16. Jordan Royal (VIC) 17. Danielle Lindhe (VIC) 18. Paige Mayne (VIC) 19. James Chamberlain (VIC) 20. (VIC)

GROUP 3 14s 1. Lauren ORourke (ACT) 2. Mitch Hudson (ACT) 3. Mitch Nuijaim (ACT) 4. Jordan Catanzariti (ACT) 5. Rachel Robertson (ACT) 6. Antonia Batistich (QLD) 7. Daniel Isaacs (QLD) 8. Rebecca Richardson (TAS) 9. Ben Simpson (TAS) 10. Alex Cowrie (TAS) 11. Jess Koutsouris (SA) 12. Nick Passey (SA) 13. Emily Brennan (SA) 14. Benjamin Evitts (SA) 15. Travis Chard (SA) 16. Matthew Verrall (SA) 17. Benjamin Shepherd (SA) 18. Renai Fejo (SA) 19. Zac Smith (NSW) 20. Jack Rudd (VIC) 21. Sharon Jennings (VIC) 22. Daniel Taylor (WA) 23. Helaman Bergman (NZ) 24. VACANT attempting to fill

28. VACANT attempting to fill

CAMP PROGRAM
STAFF MEETINGS

Saturday 12 January 2013 - 3.00pm to 4.00pm: Managers meeting with Albert Joseph Sunday 13 January 2013 - 6.30pm to 7.30pm: Referee Coaches Meeting

SATURDAY 12 JANUARY 2013

TIME
4.00pm to 5.00pm Registration at Motel.

ALL GROUPS

Referees placed into Groups and allocated rooms. Meet Managers and Coaches.

6.00pm

Camp Opening and Welcome Mr John Martin Motel

6.30pm

BBQ Dinner Motel

8.30pm

The Importance of Fluid Intake, food and rest. Mr Ken Coulson Motel

9.00pm to 9.30pm

Housekeeping. Rules of Behaviour. Receive written examinations. Mr Albert Joseph and Group Managers Motel

SUNDAY 13 JANUARY 2013 - Morning Session

Time GROUP 1 UNDER 18s GROUP 2 UNDER 16s GROUP 3 UNDER 14s

8.15am

Travel to Scots Secondary College

Travel to Scots Secondary College

Travel to Scots Secondary College On Court Drills Court 2 Game Management Transition Play Ball in Play 3/4 & 6/5 Ball Carrier & Shooter Protection Off Ball Situations Charge/Block Situations Held Ball Principles Mr John Martin Mr Albert Joseph and all U14s Referee Coaches

8.30am

Preventative Officiating Mr James Boyer

Rules Review Mrs Debbie Keirs

9.30am

Rules Review Mrs Debbie Keirs

Preventative Officiating Mr James Boyer

10.30am

On Court Drills Court 1 Game Management Stacks Transition Play Ball in Play 3/4 & 6/5 Ball Carrier & Shooter Protection Off Ball Situations Zero Time Charge/Block Situations Held Ball Principles Mr John Martin Mr Albert Joseph and all U18s Referee Coaches

On Court Drills Court 2 Game Management Stacks Transition Play Ball in Play 3/4 & 6/5 Ball Carrier & Shooter Protection Off Ball Situations Zero Time Charge/Block Situations Held Ball Principles Mr John Martin Mr Albert Joseph and all U16s Referee Coaches

Rules Review Mrs Debbie Keirs

11.30am

Preventative Officiating Mr James Boyer

12.30pm

Lunch

Lunch

Lunch

SUNDAY 13 JANUARY 2013 - Afternoon Session

1.00pm

On Court Drills Court 1 & 2 Team Offences Plays and Defences Understanding feel for the game

On Court Drills Court 1 & 2 Team Offences Plays and Defences Understanding feel for the game

On Court Drills Court 1 & 2 Team Offences Plays and Defences Understanding feel for the game

Facilitated by Team Coach

Facilitated by Team Coach

Facilitated by Team Coach

3.00pm

Preparing for the Game and Pre Game Conferences Mr James Boyer

Preparing for the Game and Pre Game Conferences Mr James Boyer

Preparing for the Game and Pre Game Conferences Mr James Boyer

4.00pm

Points of Emphasis Mr John Martin Mr Albert Joseph

Points of Emphasis Mr John Martin Mr Albert Joseph

Points of Emphasis Mr John Martin Mr Albert Joseph

5.00pm

Return to Motel and Recreation Time

Return to Motel and Recreation Time

Return to Motel and Recreation Time

SUNDAY 13 JANUARY 2013 Evening Session

5.30pm

Referee Coaches Meeting

Referee Coaches Meeting

Referee Coaches Meeting

6.30pm

Travel to Albury Commercial Club Golf Club Dinner

Travel to Albury Commercial Club Golf Club Dinner

Travel to Albury Commercial Club Golf Club Dinner

7.00pm

9.15pm

Skit Show Presentation

Skit Show Presentation

Skit Show Presentation

9.30pm

Hand Out Shirts and Appointments

Hand Out Shirts and Appointments

Hand Out Shirts and Appointments

MONDAY 14 JANUARY 2013

Time

ALL GROUPS

7.30am

Breakfast at Motel Examination review Motel

8.00am

8.45am

Group Photos

9.15am

Transfer to Wodonga Basketball Stadium for the Opening Ceremony

GUIDELINES TO ASSIST YOU

This booklet has been prepared as a set of guidelines to assist you during the week. This handout will cover not everything and when issues arise, you should seek assistance from either of the Managers, Albert Joseph or John Martin.

Insurance: The Australian Country Junior Basketball Cup will take all necessary care, but accepts no responsibility for damage or loss of property left at the venues which we occupy at any time. We recommend that referees take good care of their personal belongings and do not carry any more money than is required.

Damage: The Directors of the Australian Country Junior Basketball Cup are financially responsible for any damage sustained to property during its functions. Any referee found responsible for causing damaging to any venue and or facility shall be dealt with in accordance with the Behaviour Policy. Responsible means shall be taken to recoup any expenses incurred to repair damage.

Social Night: 1. 2. 3. Referees are not permitted to attend the players disco. All Referees and Referee Coaches will attend the Bowling Night. Referees aged 18 and over may attend the official cup dinner at their own cost.

Occupational Health & Safety Tip: The following tips are designed to help every official prevent injury and ensure their longevity in a Cup environment. Food As tasty as junk food may be, it is often low in the type of nutritional value essential for you to efficiently referee three or four games a day. Late heavy meals should be avoided the night before, as this will affect the quality of your sleep. A pasta meal followed by some fresh fruit 3-4 hours before you hit the sack will provide a suitable store of energy for your commitments the next day. Breakfast should consist of some cereal, fruit and/or yoghurt and possibly toast no less than two hours before your scheduled game in the morning.

Hydration (Fluid Intake) Your performance and staying power depend not only how you eat and sleep but also on how you maintain your fluid levels during the course of the tournament. Your body is like a car and needs water to keep your body at an acceptable temperature so that you do not overheat (eg. heat stroke) and break down. Water contributes to the perspiration that coats your body and provides a cooling-effect for your body. Avoid drinking soft drinks before or during your game, as this will only draw the blood from your muscles to your stomach to digest the sugar from the soft drink. This can lead to cramps in the later stages of your game. Drink water before and during your game as it contains all the nutrients necessary to keep your muscles and mind working at a peak level. As a rule-of-thumb, you should consume 1-litre of water in the half-hour leading up to scheduled game starting time, 1-litre in the first half and then 1-litre in the second half. By the time you reach the end of your game, you should be starting to feel like you need to visit the bathroom. At the end of the game you should consume approximately 500mls of water and an isotonic drink to restore the fluid and enzyme levels in your body. This contributes to your comfort level (ie. reducing aches and pains) at the end of your game. Warm-up and Warm-down In refereeing, we also need to prepare our muscles for the physical exertion they must undertake for the next 1 - 2 Hours. A good warm-up will last for up to 20 minutes and prepare your muscles and heart for the jogging and sprinting you will face during the game. Your warm-up may be performed during your pre-game discussion with your partner and can help establish your teamwork. It is not only important that you warm-up before the game but also warm-down after the game to allow your heart and muscles to wind down from the exertion. This warm-down helps reduce the aches and pains after the game from the lactic-acid build-up. Warming-up and warming-down will help keep your body and joints in a healthy state for a long refereeing career. General Comfort During the Cup, your referee's uniforms can become wet and uncomfortable from the hot stale atmosphere and exercise inside a stadium. Stay fresh by bringing shower gear and casual gear to change into after a refreshing shower remembering that you need to look the part on and off the court. Extras of everything (uniform and casual gear) may mean a large bag to carry to and from the stadium but that is a minor inconvenience at the start and finish of the day to endure compared to your general comfort over an 8-10 hour day.

MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES FOR REFEREE COACHES

The management of referees is within Groups and totally away from State/Country management. There is no State/Country management at the Cup in the same manner that there is no State/Country management of referees at Basketball Australias National Junior Championships. During the Cup, night coaching sessions by State/Country personnel for a same State/Country referee is not permitted. Feedback coaching sessions for all members of a Group led by Cup Referee Educators/Coaches will be conducted as required. The above principles are incorporated in the Referee Management rules in the States/Country application form for educators to attend the Cup. I strongly seek your help in these matters.

AT THE CAMP AND THE CUP

Please ensure that you assist in the application and enforcement of rules/boundaries on arrival, eg no leaving stadium etc. If parents are with referees, ensure they dont take the referee from our care without our knowledge or permission. Ensure the referees have checked in with their Referee Group Manager and have been issued with their paper work. Allocation of rooms for referees and staff for the camp and cup has been pre-determined. Make sure referees check into their accommodation via the Referee Group Manager. Every referee must have his or her own guzzler at all times! When referees enter a lecture room or a Sport Stadium they MUST have their guzzlers with them at all times. Referees under 18 years of age and first time attendees will be required to let their Referee Group Manager know how many guzzlers of water they have drunk each day. Camp meal times have been pre-set. Please consult your Camp Itinerary sheet for meal times. Breakfast is catered at the Motel during the Camp and the Cup. Please work closely with the Assistant to the Referee Commissioner to ensure that all referees depart and return to base at the correct times. Please use an Attendance Sheet to ensure that nobody gets left behind. Be sure of departure times from camp and stadiums. The Referees Staff are not permitted to use inappropriate language or behaviour.. At the events the consumption of alcohol, taking of drugs or smoking is strictly forbidden. Referee Staff can consume alcohol or smoke using the Basketball Australia National Championship guidelines. (Basically not in the view of referees and not at any basketball stadium). The Referees Staff have a Duty of Care for the referees safety. Dress standards should be appropriate to the occasion. Be fair and equal to all referees. The Referee Commissioner and the Managers will be responsible for the referees in relation to their activity involving their duties in the field of play. Handle parent complaints/comments with diplomacy. All Camp and Cup Referees Staff shall stay in the same Motel as the referee's. All female officials shall stay in one area of the motel; this area is out of bounds for male referees and vice versa.

Once at the venue the Managers will be responsible for behaviour of members (if you have any problems with any referees please see the Referee Commissioner). Arrange duties for referees in accommodation. Check that things are kept tidy and organised. Dont be a slave to the referees. Referees Uniforms - check on need for washing. If washing take care where it is hung. You may need to mark clothing so it can be easily identified. (Generate a roster for washing up). Use a marking texta to mark everything that is to be washed with other people's clothes. Injured/sick referees must not referee. Consult with Albert Joseph and make necessary arrangements. Use your judgement and avoid promoting panic. Obtain any medication from referees under 18 years of age and ensure proper use. Referees who need to arrange a late evening meal can do so with the permission of their Group Manager. Check referees have their correct uniform. Obtain a copy of the roster, making sure you are aware of times and location of each referee. Encourage good eating habits and keep an eye on those referees eating lots of junk food.

REFEREES CODE OF BEHAVIOUR ACJBC CAMP AND CUP 2013

1. I will conduct myself in a professional manner and be responsible for my actions at all times both on and off the court, during the period of the camp and tournament. 2. I will represent my family, State and Country, in the highest possible manner. 3. I will accept all the responsibilities associated with attending the ACJBC. 4. I will attend all organised functions when required. 5. I will be mentally and physically prepared for the entire tournament. 6. I will accept my role as a communicator and role model for fair play. 7. I will be totally impartial and avoiding situations which may lead to a conflict of interest. 8. I will not make arrangements to travel along with other referees except with the permission of the Assistant to the Referee Commissioner. 9. I will not leave the grounds of either the Stadium or the Motel without the knowledge and permission of an appropriate Referee's Manager. 10. I will observe all curfews and guidelines. 11. I will abide by the Motel rules for the use of the swimming pool and accept direction from the Managers for the use of the pool. 12. My Parent(s) must be encouraged only to interact with me at the stadiums, and respect the role and decisions of the Referees Group Manager and Coaches. 13. I understand the consumption of alcohol, taking of drugs or smoking is strictly forbidden. Referees 18 years of age or older can consume alcohol or smoke tobacco using the Basketball Australia National Championships guidelines. (Basically away from the Camp, the Motel, official transport and the Stadiums). 14. If my performance on the court is proven to be directly affected by my use of alcohol or drugs, I accept that I will be removed immediately from the event. 15. I will use my best endeavours to ensure that all constructive feedback and coaching suggestions are respected and are shown due consideration. 16. I accept my role as a member of the 'official team' maintaining complete neutrality on and off the court, embracing team work, cooperation and assistance to all fellow officials including the Score Table personnel, etc. 17. I agree to accept any reasonable disciplinary action if my actions are proven to have been in breach of this code of behaviour. 18. I understand that if I breach team rules I am liable to suspension and could be sent home at my own expense. 19. I hereby agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the ACJBC and all of its servants or agents, including the Referee Staff, in respect of any loss, claim, action or damage I may suffer as a result of my actions or the actions of others relating to my participation in the tournament. Signature: . Witnessed By: ..

Name: ...................

Name: ..............................

Date: ...

Date: .....................

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR / COMPLIANCE OFFICER / MANAGER EDUCATION Mr JOHN MARTIN Duties: 1) Liaise with the Technical Commissioner and Managers. 2) Liaise and co-operate with the Male and Female Managers regarding any gender issues associated with the on court drills. 3) Ensure the safety and well being of the referees by taking due care of them in such ways as encouraging fluid intake, conducting warm up drills, stretching and warm down drills. 4) Lead the referees through a series of on and off court educational drills designed to standardise and improve performance at the Cup. 5) Pre train on court a suitable number of Referee Educators so they can assist you with the conduct of the on court drills. REFEREE COMMISSIONER Mr ALBERT JOSEPH Duties: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Reports directly to the Cup Directors via Mr John Martin. Manages all referees and staff during the Camp and Cup. Manages the design of the Camp schedule and educational content. Manages the technical and referees appointment policies for the Cup. Manages the Cup referees and referee coaches appointments and feedback process. 6) Manage any reported non compliance or harassment issue in conjunction with the Compliance Officer, Mr John Martin. ASSISTANT TO THE REFEREE COMMISSIONER Mr PETER NICHOLAS Duties: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Report to the Referee Commissioner. Liaise regularly with the Manager Referee Coaches. Assist the Technical Commissioner with associated duties. Organise safe, legal and timely transport movements of the referees and staff by organising appropriate Bus Timetables. Manage any injuries to Referees or Staff Manage the meals for Referees and Staff. Take and maintain the minutes of any meetings attended by the Referee Commissioner. Collate all Referee Assessment Forms and prepare Final Assessments. To immediately refer any reported non compliance or harassment matter to the Referee Commissioner or the Compliance Officer, Mr John Martin.

MANAGER REFEREE COACHES GROUP 1 18s GROUP 2 16s GROUP 3 14s Duties: 1) Report to and work closely with the Referee Commissioner. 2) Provide practical education to enhance the development of Referee Coaches. 3) Prepare and present educational programs aimed at enhancing the skill level of Referee Coaches. 4) Convene meetings at the end of each day with the Group Referee Coaches to discuss referee performances and future appointments. 5) Collect and collate Referee Assessment Forms from Referee Coaches at the end of each day. 6) To immediately refer any reported non compliance or harassment matter to the Referee Commissioner or the Compliance Officer, Mr John Martin. REFEREE COACHES Duties: 1) Liaise with and report to the Manager Referee Coaches in your respective groups. 2) Attend all educational sessions during the Camp. 3) During each appointed game act in the role of a Basketball Australia Game Commissioner. 4) As this is a development program, provide timely coaching to referees prior to, during and after the game as required. No formal post game interviews are required. 5) Prepare a hand written Referee Evaluation Report Form for all referees of appointed games. These reports are to be handed to the Group Manager at the end of each day. 6) Attend all meetings as directed by the Group Manager. 7) Participate in the discussion surrounding the future appointments of Referees during the Cup. 8) To immediately refer any reported non compliance or harassment matter to the Referee Commissioner or the Compliance Officer, Mr John Martin. MR ALAN GARRAWAY MR KEN COULSON MR JOHN REARDEN

Albert Joseph Referee Commissioner