BASKETBALL OFFICIALS

In basketball, an official (usually called a referee) enforces the rules and maintains order
in the game. The title of official also applies to the scorers and timekeepers, as well as
other personnel that have an active task in maintaining the game.

WHAT ARE THE OFFICIATING OFFICIALS IN

BASKETBALL
The minimum number is five: a referee, an umpire, a scorer, a timer and a shot-clock operator.
In some cases, eight officials are used in a line-up comprising a referee, two umpires, a shot-
clock operator, two scorers and two timers. The ball may be thrown in any direction with one or
both hands.

TYPES OF OFFICIALS:

Referee – to ensure the game is played safely and fairly. The referee enforces the rules of the
game and in a game will make hundreds decisions, determining when a violation or foul occurs
and then stopping the game to issue the correct penalty. There is one lead referee and one or
two umpires, depending on whether there is a two- or three-person crew. In the NBA, the lead
official is called the crew chief with one referee and one umpire.
Umpires - an official who watches a game or match closely to enforce the rules and arbitrate on
matters arising from the play.
Difference between Umpire and Referee. An umpire refers to sports officials who apply their
services in various kinds of sports competitions, whereas a referee is the person who ensures
that all the rules and regulations of the game are correctly followed while the game is in
progress.
Scorer -The scorekeeper's primary responsibility is to accurately record a games score. A
scorekeeper might also be responsible for keeping time by starting and stopping the clock
according to the rules of the game.
Timekeeper - are responsible for monitoring game time. But, their key function is
tracking basketball time clock rules. The timekeeper is charged with carrying out
the duties of timekeeping according to the regulations of basketball. So, they should be
familiar with all the rules and timing obligations in the game.
 Shot clock operator - duties the shot clock is used for the entire game, including overtime
periods. The shot clock operator shall control a separate timing device with a horn that shall
have a sound distinct and different from that of the game clock. An alternate timing device shall
be available.
HOW DO BASKETBALL OFFICIALS COMMUNICATE?
Signals: An Official's Communication Tool. Clear and concise communication using proper
hand signals and body language, together with a commanding voice, are necessary ingredients
for successful officials. Signalling at the spot. When you call a foul or violation, your body
language sends a message to everyone watching.

What qualifications do officials need in basketball?

To become a referee, you'll likely need a high school diploma, and sport-specific
referee training is often required. Referee experience at the high school or minor
league level may be necessary before moving to the professional level.

WHAT ARE THE GOOD QUALITIES AND DUTIES OF REFEREE?

 INTEGRITY. A great sports official is the last guardian of honesty in athletics. ...
 HUSTLE. Since officiating is a game of angles and positioning, officiating hustle
describes movement and court position. ...
 JUDGMENT. ...
 COMMUNICATION
 CONSISTENCY
 COURAGE
 COMMON SENSE