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It’s my privilege to take this op-portunity to welcome everyone backto another season of basketball.With the proliferation of the sport inAlberta, our game has become ayear-round endeavour when you in-clude provincial/club teams and thesummer camp season for officials. Iapplaud your dedication and youraddiction to this vocation. Sincebecoming President at the AGM lastApril, I have spent many hours withour executive, and I can truly saythat I have a great level of respectfor each of them and the time theyput into their portfolios. I’ve been

involved in this game as an officialfor over twenty years, half that timein various executive positions, andI’m definitely excited about my re-sponsibility to represent you thisyear.

As a matter of official announce-ment, Brian KannekensBrian KannekensBrian KannekensBrian Kannekens has beenappointed to fulfill the executive po-sition of Vice-President. This ap-pointment is valid until the nextAGM in the spring of 2009, whereelections for the positions of Presi-dent, VP, and Treasurer will be held.Also, Jake SteinbrennerJake SteinbrennerJake SteinbrennerJake Steinbrenner has ac-cepted the two-year appointment toc o n t i n u e a s t h e A s s i g n -ing/Evaluating Chairman, and KenKenKenKenRunquistRunquistRunquistRunquist has graciously offered tocontinue managing our website andediting our newsletter.

Many of youshould already beaware, but again by

way of announce-ment, the ACAC hasvoted to have 3-person crews forwomen’s games. So as of now allCIS and ACAC men’s and women’sgames will be officiated by three-person crews. This is a significantstep and will provide more opportu-nities to develop officials in three-person situations. However, witheach new step and opportunity, spe-cial responsibility follows. It is im-perative that in our training, develop-ment, and selection of officials weproduce the best product possible atall times for our client base. Perfec-tion is our goal… Excellence will betolerated. It would be fair to say thatwe had a challenging year all aroundlast season, and what I feel to bevery positive initiatives have beendeveloped in our meetings as anexecutive and also in meetings wehave had with the ACAC allowing usto move forward. Firstly the ACAC

has proposed to draft a fair-playsportsmanship script that will beread, immediately prior to the tip-off of each game. We have re-institutedthe captains meetings with the offi-cials at the 12 minute mark. Whilenot an official part of FIBA mechan-ics, we felt it was a valuable tool in

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.ABOA Provincial ClinicABOA Provincial ClinicABOA Provincial ClinicABOA Provincial Clinic

Oct. 4,Oct. 4,Oct. 4,Oct. 4,

Red DeerRed DeerRed DeerRed Deer

Note: There will be NONote: There will be NONote: There will be NONote: There will be NOSuperWeekend for offi-SuperWeekend for offi-SuperWeekend for offi-SuperWeekend for offi-cials this yearcials this yearcials this yearcials this year

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The Provincial Clinic will be held

Saturday, Oct 4 from 10am to 4pm atSaturday, Oct 4 from 10am to 4pm atSaturday, Oct 4 from 10am to 4pm atSaturday, Oct 4 from 10am to 4pm at

River Glen SchoolRiver Glen SchoolRiver Glen SchoolRiver Glen School

4210421042104210 ———— 59 Street, Red Deer59 Street, Red Deer59 Street, Red Deer59 Street, Red Deer

(1 block north of the Memorial Centre down by Lindsey Thurber School)

This is a One-Day Clinic to allow everyone to attend at a minimal cost. Clinic Fee is $25$25$25$25 and this includes

lunch. Awards Presentations will take place as well to recognize our members' commitment and performances

from last season.

Special Guest ClinicianSpecial Guest ClinicianSpecial Guest ClinicianSpecial Guest Clinician is Dawna TownsendDawna TownsendDawna TownsendDawna Townsend from Ontario. Dawna just returned from officiating at the Beijing

Olympics. Her FIBA 3-person knowledge will obviously be first-hand and with ACAC Women using 3-person me-

chanics this season, all college officials and prospects should be considering attending this clinic, in addition to

all ABOA members looking to improve their game.

Dawna will also be speaking on 'How To Be A Great Partner' and at the same time sharing some anecdotes

and stories from her Olympic experience. Dawna has also worked several CIS Womens Nationals, the 2007

World Championships Under 21 Womens in Russia and the Gold Medal game at the 2006 Commonwealth

Games in Australia.

Additional topics to be covered include 2-Person Mechanics, Post & Perimeter Contact and Managing Player

and Bench Decorum. A special presentation on Physical Preparation, Maintenance & Injury Prevention for all of

us finely tuned athletes will also be presented. Plus, all pertinent game policies will be discussed.

Registration will be both in advance and at the door beginning at 9:00am. This is the qualifying clinic that all

provincial level officials must attend every 2 seasons. Please contact ABOA Treasurer Paul Rocca to pre-registerat [email protected]@[email protected]@scotiabank.com or your local board.

Also check out ABOA's website, http://www.refalberta.cahttp://www.refalberta.cahttp://www.refalberta.cahttp://www.refalberta.ca for more news and info.

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Morgan MunroeMorgan MunroeMorgan MunroeMorgan Munroe

Paul RoccaPaul RoccaPaul RoccaPaul Rocca

As the year has come to an end all officials

should have received payment for their provincialgames as well as the ACAC playoffs.

If you have yet to receive the payment, please

send me an email at [email protected]

and I will look into it.

We are going into our last year of contract for

the ACAC and ASAA.

The fees for 2008 - 2009 are as follows:

ACACACACACACACAC

Regular Season Games $70

Playoffs: $80

ASAAASAAASAAASAA

2009 Provincials $40

Treasurer’s ReportTreasurer’s ReportTreasurer’s ReportTreasurer’s Report

Interpreter’s ReportInterpreter’s ReportInterpreter’s ReportInterpreter’s Report

All below-mentioned rules will come into effect as of 1st October 2008.

Art. 4.3 UniformsArt. 4.3 UniformsArt. 4.3 UniformsArt. 4.3 UniformsThe provision that T-shirts may be worn by players under their game uniforms is not valid anymore.

Art. 25.2.3 Player falling on the floorArt. 25.2.3 Player falling on the floorArt. 25.2.3 Player falling on the floorArt. 25.2.3 Player falling on the floorIt is legal when a player falls and slides on the floor while holding the ball.

Art. 28.1.3 Ball goes into team’s frontcourtArt. 28.1.3 Ball goes into team’s frontcourtArt. 28.1.3 Ball goes into team’s frontcourtArt. 28.1.3 Ball goes into team’s frontcourtThe ball goes to the teams’ frontcourt when, during the dribble from backcourt to frontcourt, both feet of the dribbler and

the ball are in contact with the frontcourt.

Art. 30.1.2 Ball returned to the backcourtArt. 30.1.2 Ball returned to the backcourtArt. 30.1.2 Ball returned to the backcourtArt. 30.1.2 Ball returned to the backcourtIt will not be a violation anymore if a player, who jumps from his frontcourt, establishes a new team control while still

airborne and then lands in his team’s backcourt.

Art. 31 Goaltending and interferenceArt. 31 Goaltending and interferenceArt. 31 Goaltending and interferenceArt. 31 Goaltending and interferenceIf a player reaches through the basket from below and touches the ball, it is an interference (and not a simple violation)

with all the relevant rule consequences.

Art. 36.1.4 Unsportsmanlike foulArt. 36.1.4 Unsportsmanlike foulArt. 36.1.4 Unsportsmanlike foulArt. 36.1.4 Unsportsmanlike foulIf a defensive player causes contact with an opponent from behind or laterally in an attempt to stop a fast break and

there is no opponent between the offensive player and the opponents’ basket, then the contact shall be judged to be un-sportsmanlike.

Art. 38.3.1 Technical foulArt. 38.3.1 Technical foulArt. 38.3.1 Technical foulArt. 38.3.1 Technical foul

A technical foul can be called on a player for excessive swinging of elbows (without contact).

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"There has been significant media coverage about other major rule changes approved by the FIBA central board. Some of these changes involve changing the configuration of the restricted area, moving the 3 point line back, adding no charge semicircles in the restricted area, not resetting the 24 second clock on a defensive foul in the front court if there are 14 or moreseconds remaining on the shot clock and only resetting the shot clock to 14 seconds on a defensive foul in the front court if there are less than 14 seconds remaining on the 24 second clock.“

These changes are slated for implementation in 2010 for the world championships and 2012 for other levels of com-These changes are slated for implementation in 2010 for the world championships and 2012 for other levels of com-These changes are slated for implementation in 2010 for the world championships and 2012 for other levels of com-These changes are slated for implementation in 2010 for the world championships and 2012 for other levels of com-

petition.petition.petition.petition. The decision on the adoption of the 2010The decision on the adoption of the 2010The decision on the adoption of the 2010The decision on the adoption of the 2010 rule changes will be up to the various national and provincial associationsrule changes will be up to the various national and provincial associationsrule changes will be up to the various national and provincial associationsrule changes will be up to the various national and provincial associations

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ABOA Evaluation Chair Jake Steinbren-Jake Steinbren-Jake Steinbren-Jake Steinbren-

nernernerner announced the following national ap-pointments for 2008:

CIS Mens - Lanny WhiteLanny WhiteLanny WhiteLanny White (EBOA)

CIS Womens - Michael WeilandMichael WeilandMichael WeilandMichael Weiland (CBOA)

CCAA Mens - Dick VanderstamDick VanderstamDick VanderstamDick Vanderstam (CBOA)

CCAA Womens - Derek SorensenDerek SorensenDerek SorensenDerek Sorensen (EBOA)

The following two officials were se-

lected for the National Midget Champion-National Midget Champion-National Midget Champion-National Midget Champion-

shipsshipsshipsships August 5 - 9 in Kamloops.

Midget Girls - Mike MaximchukMike MaximchukMike MaximchukMike Maximchuk (PBOA)

Midget Boys - Neil PollardNeil PollardNeil PollardNeil Pollard (EBOA)

The Juvenile Championships are in PEI and

therefore ABOA did not receive any selections.

Michael WeilandMichael WeilandMichael WeilandMichael Weiland and Mike MaximchukMike MaximchukMike MaximchukMike Maximchuk worked

the Gold Medal games in their respective

championships

National AppointmentsNational AppointmentsNational AppointmentsNational Appointments

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A L B E R T A S U M M E R G A M E S O F F I C I A L S

Midget Girls

Bryan AtwoodBryan AtwoodBryan AtwoodBryan Atwood CBOA

Lisa GissingerLisa GissingerLisa GissingerLisa Gissinger EBOA

Tara MeinhardtTara MeinhardtTara MeinhardtTara Meinhardt CBOA

Sarah MacAlpineSarah MacAlpineSarah MacAlpineSarah MacAlpine EBOA

Adrienne RaczkiAdrienne RaczkiAdrienne RaczkiAdrienne Raczki SABOAErin Schellenberg Erin Schellenberg Erin Schellenberg Erin Schellenberg CABOA

Randy TavesRandy TavesRandy TavesRandy Taves MHBOA

George ThomsonGeorge ThomsonGeorge ThomsonGeorge Thomson MHBOA

Midget Boys

Pat BruneyPat BruneyPat BruneyPat Bruney CBOA

Jody CarothersJody CarothersJody CarothersJody Carothers CABOA

Dave CarlgrenDave CarlgrenDave CarlgrenDave Carlgren CBOA

Brian KannekensBrian KannekensBrian KannekensBrian Kannekens MHBOA

Guy LanniganGuy LanniganGuy LanniganGuy Lannigan MHBOA

Robert MahRobert MahRobert MahRobert Mah EBOA

Stephanie NordleeStephanie NordleeStephanie NordleeStephanie Nordlee SABOA

Shannon TaylorShannon TaylorShannon TaylorShannon Taylor EBOA

The Midget Basketball Al-Al-Al-Al-

berta Summer Gamesberta Summer Gamesberta Summer Gamesberta Summer Games were held

Aug 7—10 in Medicine Hat.

Evaluator on the boys’ side was

Grant SimmonsGrant SimmonsGrant SimmonsGrant Simmons from EBOA and

the girls’ had Richard ThomsenRichard ThomsenRichard ThomsenRichard Thomsen

from SABOA.

Officials working the Games

were:

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Supervisor’s ReportSupervisor’s ReportSupervisor’s ReportSupervisor’s Report

First of all, CABO has available several Ritchie/Nicurity scholarshipsRitchie/Nicurity scholarshipsRitchie/Nicurity scholarshipsRitchie/Nicurity scholarships, each in the

amount of $500.00, to assist basketball officials attend some post secondary school.

The application form is available on the CABO website <cabocanada.org>. Applica-

tions must be made DIRECTLY to Jim Walsh, CABO's Vice President.

Secondly, CABO makes available to each province $500.00 to assist officials who attend a

summer basketball officiating camp. Over the last couple of years, this amount has been split between

2 Alberta recipients. Applications must be made to Bill Carr, ABOA Provincial Supervisor at

[email protected]. The deadline for applications is Sept 30, 2008Sept 30, 2008Sept 30, 2008Sept 30, 2008.

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developing positive relationships and improving

the perceptions some have of officials being un-approachable. There is no question that there ismuch to be gained by improving our professionalrelationship with the ACAC. The perception (andsubsequent behavior) that some coaches andadministrators have expressed and demon-strated to officials is of concern not only to us,but also to the ACAC. Along those lines what Iwould characterize as very positive meetings anddiscussions, beginning this past spring and con-tinuing through the summer, have improved thetwo-way communication that was deficient in thepast. It is better, but by no means is our workdone. Another proposal presented by the ACAC,and is supported by the ABOA is to participate inthe ‘post-game handshake protocol’ that exists inother ACAC sports. Some rumours have beengoing around as to the exact nature of this me-chanic, which was being finalized in the ACACmeetings held last week. Suffice it to say, whilethe details will be forthcoming, we will be mirror-ing the post-game handshake between teamsand officials that other sports currently have asstandard practice. I feel very strongly that, again,there is much to be gained in improving the per-

ceptions we generate as officials. It is the finalyear of our contract with the ACAC, and our ef-forts to start this season will go a long way tobuilding our position as we embark on new con-

tract discussions.

Along with this is the provincial clinic that is in RedDeer, October 4th. It will be an excellent chance to learnfrom experienced clinicians and hear first hand what theexpectations are heading into this season. Once again, if you are a current ACAC official and did not attend Super-weekend in Edmonton last year, you must attend thisyear to maintain your eligibility.

A national Sport Officials Conference was held inCalgary earlier this year, and those in attendance haveshared many ideas generated from excellent presenta-tions on all facets of officiating. Especially captivating was seeing what other sports are doing in the way of re-cruitment, and the creative nature with which they tacklethe issue of building a base of officials to address anever increasing demand, while improving the quality of life for the members. Sometimes it feels like they aremutually exclusive ideas – but they don’t have to be. Weare all addicts to this game of basketball. We sacrificemuch. The rewards are our own. We have challenges instrengthening each other. We need to learn to get out of our own way sometimes and commit to pulling the ropein the same direction. There is much to do. There’s anold saying I’ve used before: ‘Hard work spotlights yourcharacter. Some people turn up their sleeves, some turn

up their noses, and some don’t turn up at all.’ I’ve gotmy sleeves rolled up, and I’m ready to take on this up-coming season. I wish everyone the best… now let’s getafter it!

President’s message . . . continued

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The meeting also adopted revised By-

laws and Policies which are available

on the ABOA website.

Since the AGM, the Executive has

appointed Brian KannekensBrian KannekensBrian KannekensBrian Kannekens (MHBOA)

to fill the position of Vice-President for

the remainder of this year.

2008 Annual General Meeting 2008 Annual General Meeting 2008 Annual General Meeting 2008 Annual General Meeting

New Executive members were elected at the

April AGM. Perry StothartPerry StothartPerry StothartPerry Stothart (EBOA) was elected

President. Perry’s position of Vice President re-mains vacant for one year. Morgan MunroeMorgan MunroeMorgan MunroeMorgan Munroe

(SABOA) was re-elected as Interpreter.

Marc YagosMarc YagosMarc YagosMarc Yagos (SABOA) (in photo)

was elected Member-at-Large.

Jake SteinbrennerJake SteinbrennerJake SteinbrennerJake Steinbrenner’s appoint-

ment as Evaluation Chair was

renewed for two years.

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Jake SteinbrennerJake SteinbrennerJake SteinbrennerJake Steinbrenner

ABOA Evaluation ChairABOA Evaluation ChairABOA Evaluation ChairABOA Evaluation Chair

When most officials think about getting ready for a game, they think about a pre-game confer-

ence with their partner. The majority of pre-game conferences focus on rules, mechanics, court cov-

erage and foul-calling philosophy. Rarely discussed but equally important is a conflict management

game plan.

Here are some strategies to consider this summer to come back next season refreshed and with a renewed

attitude.

1. "Clear your head" to officiate.

One of your first challenges is to forget (at least temporarily) other parts of your life prior to the game. Most offi-

cials have full time jobs, families and other things that occasionally create stress. When you’ve had a stressful day,

it is imperative you shelve your problems while you officiate your game.

Why is it so important? When you’re thinking about other things, you’re distracted. You can’t afford to be dis-

tracted because the game will suffer. You have a duty to the game and its participants to be ready to officiate.

There are many ways to temporarily forget your problems. In fact, many people enjoy the avocation of officiating

because it gives them the chance to forget about everything else for while. Still, you may need to use some specific

techniques as follows.

• Read the rulebook, casebook, officials manual, or any other written material that helps you

focus on officiating. By diving into officiating specifics, you’ll begin to focus on them.

• Use your sense of humor. Telling jokes with your partner or talking about a funny movie

you’ve seen well before the game will get you laughing and help you relax.

• Consider taking deep breaths and stretching out. That will help loosen tension-filled mus-

cles that have been tightened because of the stress. Getting your body ready to officiate will

also help your mind get ready to officiate.

2. Decide what deserves a response.

Part of your management plan must include when you’re going to respond to people. You

are going to be verbally challenged a lot and to varying degrees. Every statement or question

does not need a response.

Questions may or may not be answered. Statements require no answer. Realize that coaches and players are

often simply venting their frustrations when confronting you, usually ending their discussion quickly.

For example, if a basketball coach says, "She’s camping in the lane”, what’s more effective, ignoring the state-ment or saying to the coach, "No way; she’s been fine all night"? Most of the time, ignoring a harmless statement or

acknowledging it with a simple head nod ends the matter. But when you defend your position, the coach instinc-

tively feels defensive, then goes on the offensive, continuing the debate. Being "worked" by coaches is as much a

part of officiating as making judgment calls. To a point, let them talk, but don’t let them influence you. Ask yourself,

"If I say something, will it do more harm that good?" Think often of this old cliché: "Be quiet and listen. Do twice as

much listening as you do talking. That’s why you’ve got two ears and one mouth."

Solve Problems Before They HappenSolve Problems Before They HappenSolve Problems Before They HappenSolve Problems Before They Happen

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“You have a duty

to the game and

its participants

to be ready to

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Editor: Ken Runquist

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3. Understand game context.

The intensity of the game, the closeness of the score and the time left in the game all play a part in how much

and what type of conflict you must deal with. With a close score at the end of a game – no matter the sport or level –

emotions rise. It’s merely human nature rearing its competitive spirit.

A foul called in the early stages of the game may draw few complaints from players, coaches and fans. A similar

foul call in the waning moments of a tight game will undoubtedly draw a more emotion-filled response from all in-

volved. That is normal.

With an understanding of game context, you can better handle emotional situations. Expect emotions to rise.

Consider allowing the participants a bit more leeway because of the context of the game. That doesn’t mean you let a

player or coach get away with extreme unsportsmanlike conduct simply because the score is close at the end of agame. It does mean, however, that the way you handle that end-of-game situation will likely have great impact on the

result. Consider the emotion of the situation and tolerate a bit more than you normally would in other situations. Con-

troversial practice? Perhaps. Officials who want things defined with cookie-cutter parameters won’t adopt that phi-

losophy. Successful officials understand that officiating is not black and white; it is shades of gray.

In summary, have the courage to implement penalties in tough situations. Also have the courage to not im-

plement penalties in tough situations. Getting your head ready for game time gets you focused and ready to make

the decision that is most appropriate. It will also help decide the best response to questions from players and

coaches. At the same time, always consider the context when implementing your conflict management plan. Often it

is best to use as much preventive officiating as possible, or solve problems before they happen.

At the end of the day these three simple strategies will help boost your credibility and lead to more enjoyable

officiating experiences.

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