IAABO #74 Home Page

There will only be One general meeting on Monday, November 28 @ McVeigh Rec Ctr. D & Ontario Sts, Philadelphia. Immediately following the general meeting, we bee the IAABO Test for this year.

Dues

03-04 National dues were increased this year for the first time in five years to $55 for renewals. This include both the National and Board Dues. If you did not pay your dues the last two years, you can still renew your membership by paying any outstanding dues plus $5 late fee and the current year's dues. If you have not been financial longer then two years, then you need to retake the test. Please remit all dues payable to IAABO Bd #74, Attn: Gary Mitchell, 2153 3438 Central Ave, Huntingdon Valley, Pa 19006

Written Test and Floor Examine

The annual written test will be given on Monday, November 28 at McVeigh Recreation Center, D & Ontario St immediately following the general meeting @ 6:30 PM. There will be one review session before the test on Saturday, November 22 @ 11:00 am at McVeigh. Contact Kevin, Gary or James for an application or apply on-line.

NCAA Mechanics Changes

There have been significant changes to the NCAA Men's Mechanics effective this season. The most notable is the "calling" official will report then remain on table side. To review this and the other changes, go to the Rules/Mechanics page.

Benefits to being an IAABO Member

Membership in the largest International Organization for basketball officials.

Continuing Education and Training Programs

Participation in a national insurance plan for liability protection.

Ability to transfer to another Board and maintain your officiating status (i.e. JV, Varsity of College Official).

Ref Discussion Board

Have a mechanics question, want to find out about an interpretation or debate a rule, discuss and share a weird play, then the Ref Discussion Board is for you. It's a way for officials to share and discuss any plays, situations, or rules questions without waiting for meeting. You can post your particular play, situation or question and other officials can read and reply or learn from your play and interpretation.

Philadelphia Catholic League

It was announced by Joe at his annual meeting the PCL will go to three man next season. This will be a great opportunity for officials to move up next season. So work hard and get yourself into camp.

Philadelphia Public League

The Philadelphia Basketball Officials Association mandatory staff meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 12 @ 3:15 has been cancelled. Anyone interested in joining the staff should contact Charles Sumter AD @ Strawberry Mansion High School Remember you most be a PIAA registered official to work the Public League this year.

For your Equipment needs

The Official's Choice, Inc @ www.Theofficialschoiceinc.om