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11/30/2021
2021-22 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 4 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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11/23/2021
2021-22 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 3 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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11/17/2021
Officials,
A reminder about the officiating gear available for purchase now through December 3rd, 2021 available at: https://event1teamstore.com.
New items have been added to the list of offerings including the hats shown here.
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11/16/2021
2021-22 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 2 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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11/9/2021
2021-22 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 1 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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11/9/2021
Officials,
I hope you all are well. Please take the opportunity to listen to the attached message from J.D. Collins, the NCAA National Coordinator of Officials, regarding the start of the 2021-22 season.
As always stay healthy and be safe.
Brad Taylor
NCAA Men's Basketball
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11/2/2021
As basketball’s regular season begins, the Division I Men’s Basketball Oversight Committee wants to emphasize its clear expectations regarding sportsmanship.
To read the memo, click here.
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10/20/2021
Officials,
Once again we are pleased to work with our NCAA vendor to offer various basketball officiating logoed items for purchase.
When you click on the link below you will see some items on the landing page but to see all items please put your cursor over the word “Officials” at the top and then clicking on “National Collegiate”.
As you may know, there are global supply chain issues, which means that sizes and quantities are limited. This is out of our control and our vendor has made every effort to get this product selection for you.
The deadline for ordering is December 3, 2021.
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9/3/2021
I hope you are healthy and safe. The past year was difficult and yet we should celebrate our successes. It is time to begin preparation for the upcoming season.
Please visit the Center Court Central Hub frequently to stay current on the latest Men’s Basketball officiating news and information. On the central hub, you’ll be able to read the latest rules interpretations from the Secretary-Rules Editor and bulletins from the National Officiating Coordinator, complete your requirements to be considered for a postseason assignment, and review videos of recurring plays and how they are to be officiated.
To register for the Central Hub, click the REGISTRATION Tab at the top of the page.
The 2021-22 NCAA Men’s Basketball Officiating Exam will be available on the TESTING Tab in October. When available, the 2021-22 Men’s Basketball Officiating Videos can be accessed on the VIDEOS Tab. Searchable rules and case books are available by clicking on the RULES BOOKS Tab. A pdf version of the Mechanics Manual will be available on opening day of the season by clicking the CCA APP Tab.
This year’s Welcome Packet includes the 2021-22 NCAA Men’s Basketball Rules Book, 2021-22 NCAA Men’s Basketball Case Book, and 2021-22 Men’s CCA Mechanics Manual. Welcome Packets will begin shipping mid-September, with officials who registered first receiving their packets first. Any questions about welcome packets can be submitted here.
As noted last week, we will be having our clinics virtually for Division I officials only on Saturday, October 2 and Sunday, October 10. For Virtual Clinic Registration you will need to register by clicking here. Prior to the virtual clinic, registered officials will be required to watch the Instructional Video and Mechanics Video via Brainshark. An email will be sent to you on how to access the required videos prior to your scheduled virtual clinic. Once an official watches all of the required videos, they will receive an email to register for their specific Zoom Virtual Clinic from Brad Taylor at the NCAA. Officials will not receive the Zoom link until all videos have been watched. Upon registration for the Zoom meeting, officials will receive a confirmation email with their specific log-in information to the zoom call. Please do not lose the Zoom confirmation email. Officials must attend the virtual clinic in its entirety to receive eligibility credit. In addition, we will provide a video recording of the clinic to all Arbiter registered DII and DIII officials the week after the last virtual clinic.
Again this year, the Arbiter Mobile app is available at no cost to NCAA registered officials. To download the app, please complete this season's officials' registration, and then download it from Google Play or iTunes.
I am happy you have chosen to register with the NCAA. Thank you for being a critical part of the Men’s Basketball Improvement Program. If you have ideas or suggestions for improvement, please email me at jdcollins@ncaa.org.
I look forward to seeing you at the Men’s Basketball Virtual Clinics and throughout the season.
When the officiating community is on the same page, it is good for the game!
Have a great season!
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J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
9/1/2021
INDIANAPOLIS— The NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championships announced that it will have one new regional advisor for the 2021-22 season.
The new advisor for the men will be William Kennedy [West Region], joining veterans Jim Burr [South Region], Ted Hillary [Midwest Region] and Frank Scagliotta [East Region]. Kennedy will operate from his home in Phoenix, Az.
Kennedy worked 16 NCAA Tournaments and five regionals in a career that saw him work games for many of the major conferences, including the Big 12, big Sky, Big West, Conference USA, Mountain West, Pac 12, Southland, Sun Belt and WAC. Kennedy served as a college basketball official for 25 years spanning from 1987-2012 and is replacing Tommy Nunez Sr. as the western regional advisor.
“I am very excited to be welcome Bill Kennedy to our national officiating evaluation team,” said J.D. Collins, NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating. “He brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion to the program both as an official and an evaluator. The Men's Basketball Regional Advisors not only observe about 60-70 games in person and 40+ games via electronic media, but they chart every correct call for every official they watch.
“Their efforts behind the scene are an important part of the effort to bring consistency and accountability to men's basketball officiating, and are a vital role in identifying, selecting and advancing officials for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship.”
This email and any attachments may contain NCAA confidential and privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return email, delete this message and destroy any copies. Any dissemination or use of this information by a person other than the intended recipient is unauthorized and may be illegal. -
8/24/2021
Please click this link to review the changes to the Coordinator Meeting and Fall Regional Officiating Clinics format.
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7/20/2021
DI Officials:
The dates and locations for the 2021 NCAA Regional Officiating Clinics have been set. Remember to be eligible to work the 2022 DI NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, you must attend a Regional Officiating Clinic. Due to the ongoing pandemic, clinicattendance will be restricted to Division I officials only.
To ensure all clinic information is available and shared with Division II and Division III officials,we will record the Indianapolis clinic and make it available following the clinic. The instructional video, mechanics video and any other videos we present will be posted on Arbiter immediately following the last clinic.
Registration for the upcoming Regional Clinics will open up in early August. Lodging and room rates will also be provided at this time. Please understand that changes to the format of the clinic may occur due to local and state Covid-19 restrictions.
Date
Location
City
Saturday, Sept. 18
Marriott Phoenix Airport
Phoenix, AZ
Sunday, Sept. 26
Philadelphia Airport Marriott
Philadelphia, PA
Saturday, Oct. 2
Atlanta Airport Marriott
Atlanta, GA
Saturday, Oct. 9
NCAA Office/Fairfield Inn
Indianapolis, IN
*Note: The Men’s Coordinator of Officials meeting (Divisions I, II and III) will take place on Thursday, September 9 and Friday, September 10 in Indianapolis. DII and DIII Men’s Basketball Coordinators meetings will take place late Thursday afternoon with the DII meeting beginning at 4 p.m. ET and the DIII meeting beginning at 5:15 p.m. ET.
I look forward to seeing you at a regional clinic.
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6/14/2021
Tommy Nunez, Sr. served eight years a Regional Advisor and has provided a great service to officiating for the NCAA and the West Coast region. With this announcement the NCAA will be actively pursuing applicants for the NCAA Regional Advisor for the West Region. This individual will serve in a consultative capacity to the men’s basketball national coordinator of officials and will observe officials throughout the regular and post season. The effective start date for this position is September 1, 2021.
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of references no later than June 30, 2021, to Brad Taylor via email at btaylor@ncaa.org. Hard copies of this information will not be accepted.
Click here for a full job description.
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6/1/2021
The secretary-rules editor is the national interpreter for NCAA men’s basketball rules issues throughout the year, working with the NCAA Men’s Basketball Rules Committee and the National Coordinators of Officials to ensure accurate communication of the playing rules while evaluating the future of the game. The new secretary-rules editor will shadow during the current secretary-rules editor’s his final year. The effective start date for this position is September 1, 2022.
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of references no later than June 25, 2021, to Andy Supergan via email at asupergan@ncaa.org. Hard copies of this information will not be accepted.
Click here for a full job description.
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4/29/2021
Please click the link to view Summer Teaching Points – Mechanics Memorandum.
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2/24/2021
Please click the link to view NCAA Officials Health Dashboard.
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2/24/2021
Please click on the link to view A Thank You video to the Officials for their leadership throughout the season.
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1/26/2021
Please click the link to view NCAA to Change the Number of Officials Selected to the 2021 MBB Championship.
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1/25/2021
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 8 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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1/19/2021
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 7 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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1/12/2021
Officials:
Please consider supporting Officials vs Cancer the week of January 25-31, 2021.
Your support is appreciated!
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
1/12/2021
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 6 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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1/7/2021
Officials and referees may operate in proximity to student-athletes and school personnel during or as part of competition events. As a result, they may create risk for these individuals and may also be at risk for contracting COVID-19 from student-athletes. Beginning on page 26 of the NCAA Resocialization of Collegiate Sport: Developing Standard for Practice and Competition, the NCAA provides examples of testing and masking strategies for officials and information about officials’ proximity to competitors. Please review this information as you officiate NCAA competition this season.
NOTE - The CDC guidelines related to gaiters have been updated. When wearing a one-layer gaiter, like the one officials may have received as part of the welcome packet process, it should be folded over to make two layers to be compliant with CDC guidelines. Other masks or face coverings that are in compliance with CDC recommendations also may be worn.
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1/5/2021
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 5 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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12/29/2020
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 4 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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12/15/2020
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 3 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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12/8/2020
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 2 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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12/1/2020
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 1 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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11/25/2020
Officials,
I hope you all are well. Please take the opportunity to listen to the attached message from J.D. Collins, the NCAA National Coordinator of Officials, regarding the start of the season.
As always stay healthy and be safe.
Brad Taylor
NCAA Men's Basketball -
11/24/2020
2020-21 NCAA Men's Basketball Preseason Training Video 1 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 29 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab and the Eligibility Dashboard link.
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11/24/2020
Officials:
The NCAA wants to track all technical fouls and flagrant fouls. After calling a technical foul or flagrant foul, please use the link below to submit accurate information. The form is simple and will not take long to fill out.
Best regards,
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J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator
Men’s Basketball Officiating -
11/23/2020
Officials:
As we begin this unprecedented season, I want to share some important items with you. First and foremost, as you go through the season please protect the health and safety of yourself and your family! Please also approach the season with a mindset to protect the student-athletes, coaches and fellow officials. Being flexible and nimble will produce the best results and be good for the game.
Reminders:
1. Use of “L” shaped benches:
Art Hyland, Secretary-Rules Editor, issued an interpretation document on 11/16/20 that described the use of “L” shaped benches for social distancing of bench personnel. In that document he says: “Also, when a team elects to have an “L” shaped bench area, the head coach may move to the area behind the end line to communicate with bench personnel but otherwise may not stand in that area to view the game or communicate with players and officials on the court. Violations of this rule may be penalized by assessing a Class A technical foul.”
Do NOT allow coaches to “coach on the floor activities” from the baseline area. Issue a Class A technical if coaches violate this interpretation. Nationally, we must be on the same page on this issue.
2. In my discussions with TV producers and talent, I have been informed that the talent will likely be distanced from the floor approximately 25 feet. This will make it difficult to communicate with the talent after a monitor review. In addition, a higher percentage of TV talent will be broadcasting games from a remote location. In that regard, it is imperative that officials share with the Timeout Coordinator (TOC) the reason for the review and the result of the review. Doing this will allow the talent to present a more accurate reflection of the rulings on the floor to the TV audience.Mechanics Adjustments:
1. Art Hyland, Secretary-Rules Editor, issued an interpretation document on 10/28/20 making it permissible to have the Scorer’s and Timer’s table on the opposite side of the court from the team bench area.
The 2020-21 Mechanics Manual states in Section 15 Procedure when calling a foul, Article 1 Guidelines, a. “the official who calls the foul will move opposite the table, …”
However, during the 2020-21 season, if the Scorer’s and Timer’s table is on the opposite side of the team benches, the calling official will: “Report the foul to the Scorer’s Table and move opposite the team benches (staying table side).”
This will put officials opposite the team benches and reduce the time required to be near the coaches in the center position. Please make note of this change.
2. When the Scorer’s and Timer’s table is on the opposite side of the court from the team bench area, during pregame warm-ups officials will stand on table side facing the team bench area. This will put officials opposite the team benches and reduce the time required to be near the coaches and players.
3. When the Scorer’s and Timer’s table is on the opposite side of the court from the team bench area, during timeouts, the non-administering officials will continue to face the team benches to monitor substitutions. Officials should have an awareness of the table crew as they may need assistance during timeouts.
4. When the Scorer’s and Timer’s table is on the opposite side of the court from the team bench area, during replay reviews, the official who is not at the replay monitor should be facing the team benches to monitor activity and to ensure that no substitution takes place.
Directive to reduce physicality:
With all of the changes to our normal operating procedures, it would be easy to forget the need to reduce physicality to create freedom of movement. It is vitally important that we properly enforce the directive to reduce physicality this season.
Page 40 of the CCA Mechanics Manual describes the 2020-21 directive to reduce physicality. Please review this section and discuss in your pre-games. We must start the season with these directives in mind and hold the line throughout the season, conference tournaments and the NCAA Tournament.
Things will continue be changed as a result of the circumstances in our world; we must be flexible and nimble and adjust as needed.
Thank you for your dedication and perseverance. I wish each of you a safe, healthy and successful season. More than ever before, this is a season where “riding for the brand” and supporting your fellow officials will be critical.
Have a happy Thanksgiving!
Best regards,
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J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator
Men’s Basketball Officiating -
11/16/2020
As basketball’s regular season begins, the Division I Men’s Basketball Oversight Committee wants to emphasize its clear expectations regarding sportsmanship.
To read the memo, click here.
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11/4/2020
Please click the link to read Guidance and Considerations for Men’s and Women’s Basketball Officiating, which is intended as a resource to provide guidance for member schools and conferences in all divisions on the topic of basketball officiating.
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10/22/2020
Get your referee branded gear, available for a limited time. Men’s and women’s sizes available in a variety of colors and styles. Go to the NCAA Team Store and order today. The purchasing window is open now through December 1st. Available to all officials!
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10/16/2020
To all NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Officials:
Following much discussion, the Division III Men’s Basketball Committee has approved an adjustment to the timeline for Division III Men’s Basketball Officials. This adjustment will open up a second window for DIII Officials to register on Arbiter as an NCAA Official, complete the officiating exam and consent to a background check.
The second window for NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Officials begins on Monday, November 23, 2020 at 9 a.m. ET on, and will close on Friday, December 18, 2020 at 5 p.m. ET.
The committee made this decision in light of the uncertainty surrounding the Division III Men’s Basketball season. As it currently stands, the majority of Division III Men’s Basketball competition will not start earlier than January 2021.
Additionally, officials that want to register on Arbiter as an NCAA Official, complete the officiating exam and consent to a background check now may do so as long as they complete it by the original deadline of Monday, November 2, 2020, at 5 p.m. ET.
Best regards,
Jim Haney
NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball National Coordinator of Officials -
9/16/2020
To all NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Officials:
Greetings!
Our fall virtual clinics are quickly approaching. I am writing to remind Division I Men’s Basketball officials that to participate in the virtual clinics, you must first register. As you register, there will be a page to sign up for the Virtual clinics:
Sunday, October 4, 2020 - 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Saturday, October 10, 2020 - 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Please note that we will cap the attendance for each session at 500 participants. The first session is filling up quickly. Once the cap is reached the remaining officials will be moved to the second session.
Registered officials will be required to watch the Instructional Video (three segments) and Mechanics Video via Brainshark. An email will be sent to you on how to access the required videos beginning next week. Once an official watches all of the required videos, they will receive an email to register for their specific Zoom Virtual Clinic from Brad Taylor at the NCAA. Upon registration, officials will receive a confirmation email with their specific log-in information to the zoom call. Please do not lose this confirmation email.
In addition, we will provide a video recording of the clinic to all Arbiter registered DII and DIII officials the week after the last virtual clinic.
Best regards,
J.D. CollinsNCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
8/24/2020
I pray that you are healthy and safe. This off-season has certainly been unique. I hope you have had a good summer. It is that time of year when we begin our preparation for the upcoming season.
Please visit the Center Court Central Hub frequently to stay current on the latest Men’s Basketball officiating news and information. On the central hub, you’ll be able to read the latest rules interpretations from the Secretary-Rules Editor and bulletins from the National Officiating Coordinator, complete your requirements to be considered for a postseason assignment, and review videos of recurring plays and how they are to be officiated.To register for the Central Hub, click the REGISTRATION Tab at the top of the page.The 2020-21 NCAA Men’s Basketball Officiating Exam will be available on the TESTING Tab in October. When available, the 2020-21 Men’s Basketball Officiating Videos can be accessed on the VIDEOS Tab. Searchable rules and case books are available by clicking on the RULES BOOKS Tab. A pdf version of the Mechanics Manual will be available on opening day of the season by clicking the CCA APP Tab.This year’s Welcome Packet includes the 2020-21 NCAA Men’s Basketball Rules Book, 2020-21 NCAA Men’s Basketball Case Book, and 2020-21 Men’s CCA Mechanics Manual. Welcome Packets will begin shipping mid-September, with officials who registered first receiving their packets first. Any questions about welcome packets can be submitted here.This year, Division I officials will register for a virtual clinic as part of the 2020-21 Men’s Basketball Officials registration. A week before your virtual clinic, you will receive links to watch the instructional video (three segments) and the mechanics video. After viewing the instructional and mechanics videos, you will receive a link to attend the virtual clinic. After the Division I clinics have closed, Division II and Division III officials will receive a link to the officiating videos and recorded virtual clinic when it’s available.Again this year, the Arbiter Mobile app is available at no cost to NCAA registered officials. To download the app, please complete this season's officials' registration, and then download it from Google Play or iTunes.I am happy you have chosen to register with the NCAA. Thank you for being a critical part of the Men’s Basketball Improvement Program. If you have ideas or suggestions for improvement, please email me at jdcollins@ncaa.org.I look forward to seeing you at the Men’s Basketball Virtual Clinics and throughout the season.When the officiating community is on the same page, it is good for the game!Have a great season!J.D. CollinsNCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
7/30/2020
During its July 22 videoconference, the NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel acted on several items. Please click here to read the memorandum from Jeff Hurd, NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel.
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5/29/2020
Please click on the link to review the changes in the Fall Regional Officiating Clinics format.
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5/12/2020
Officials:
I’m writing to let everyone know that the NCAA’s commitment to health and safety has caused us to cancel the NCAA College Basketball Academy scheduled for July. We know this decision is disappointing for many, but it is necessary to ensure the well-being of potential participants, their families, coaches, officials and others who support the event. Please see below for a link to our press release announcing the cancellation.
NCAA College Basketball Academy Cancellation Release
We will begin our planning toward the 2021 NCAA Academy.
Be safe, be healthy and take care of one another!
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J.D. Collins
National Coordinator
Men’s Basketball Officiating
jdcollins@ncaa.org
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5/4/2020
Please click the link to view Delayed Implementation of Selected Playing Rules Changes.
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4/13/2020
Dear NCAA Official,
The NCAA has engaged The PICTOR Group to conduct a National Review of the State of Collegiate Officiating. As an NCAA official, your voice is central to this review. Below is a link to a confidential survey designed to help identify general as well as divisional issues across 15 sports in NCAA Divisions I, II and III. The survey is estimated to take approximately 30 minutes to complete and will remain open for three weeks. Since there is no central location to connect with all NCAA officials, you may receive more than one request to participate. Please complete only one survey for each sport that you officiate.
Officials who complete the survey and provide contact information, will be entered to win an NCAA Gift Pack to include items such as free Arbiter Central Hub registration, NCAA apparel or gift cards to purchase sport-specific officiating equipment and apparel. Please complete the survey at your earliest convenience.
Click here to access the NCAA Officials Survey.
The over-arching goal of the National Review is two-fold: a) identify general and divisional issues that are affecting NCAA sports as a result of the decline in the officiating pool, and b) to present strategic recommendations to meet the officiating needs of the membership. Click here should you wish to learn more about the project scope: National Review of Collegiate Officiating
Thank you in advance for your participation and thoughtful contribution. Should you have any questions about or problems accessing the survey, please contact Mary Struckhoff at mstruckhoff33@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
Anthony Holman
Anthony Holman
Managing Director, NCAA Championships & Alliances -
3/13/2020
To all officials and coordinators:
No NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament?
Now what?
I’m sure we are all feeling the same after the NCAA cancelled all winter and spring championships yesterday. While this is a difficult time, I am extremely grateful for the outstanding officiating that was provided for the student-athletes, coaches and fans this season. Thank you and well done!
We are all disappointed and yet an abundance of caution is necessary at this time. Use the extra time to reflect on your season, celebrate the “great calls”, evaluate the “misses” and begin to process toward the 2020-21 season.
Most importantly, I want to personally thank each of you for all you do, the impact that you have on the game and for how you represent officiating.
For your planning purposes, here is information on the 2020 Regional Clinics:
Date
Location
City
Saturday, Sept. 19
Marriott Phoenix Airport
Phoenix, AZ
Sunday, Sept. 27
Philadelphia Airport Marriott
Philadelphia, PA
Saturday, Oct. 3
Atlanta Airport Marriott
Atlanta, GA
Saturday, Oct. 10
NCAA Office
Indianapolis, IN
With gratitude,
J.D. Collins
jdcollins@ncaa.org
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3/13/2020
Please click the link to view NCAA cancels remaining winter and spring championships.
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1/27/2020
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 11 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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1/27/2020
Officials,I hope you all are well. I am reaching out to you to remind you of the upcoming Officials NCAA Eligibility deadline. All requirements must be completed by January 31 at 5 pm ET.You may check your eligibility status by going to your Eligibility Center, under the ElIGIBILITY Tab.Best of luck with your upcoming assignments. Be safe and stay healthy.Sincerely,Brad TaylorNCAA Basketball -
1/21/2020
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 10 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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1/20/2020
Officials:
This week, January 20-27, 2020 is Officials vs Cancer week. If you haven’t donated yet, please consider it. This year we have had at least 2 active officials impacted by cancer.If you have donated, thank you for your donation!
Best regards,
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
1/14/2020
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 9 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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1/8/2020
The NCAA has engaged The PICTOR Group to lead a comprehensive review of the state of collegiate officiating for 15 NCAA sports across all three divisions. A national review is underway and involves significant data collection, with commissioners representing Divisions I, II, and III comprising an Officiating Review Steering Committee. The final report will be submitted to the NCAA in August 2020.
Please click the following link for an overview of the NCAA Officiating Review Project.
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1/7/2020
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 8 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/31/2019
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 7 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/20/2019
Officials:
Please find attached a letter from the Chairs of the Oversight Committee, Competition Committee and Rules Committee. They represent many of the stakeholders of the game. The letter is a summary of the stats from the beginning of the season as well as a challenge to the officiating community to reduce physicality.
We are calling the directive to reduce physicality, but not to an acceptable level or to a level consistent with years past.
Please read this letter, accept the challenge and tighten up on calling obvious physicality fouls consistently.
Best regards,
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
12/17/2019
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 6 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/10/2019
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 5 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/3/2019
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 4 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/26/2019
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 3 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/19/2019
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 2 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/12/2019
2019-20 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 1 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 31 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/12/2019
Greetings to all officials:
As the exhibition season gets started, I want to wish you the very best season possible.
During our Regional Clinics, I spoke about a recently completed officiating strategic assessment. In the fall of 2018, the NCAA hired Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, to conduct interviews to strategically assess the perception of men’s college basketball officiating. I have attached the full summary report to this memo and hope you will take the time to review it.
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11/7/2019
Please click the link to view Behind the scenes with an officiating crew who worked Duke-Kansas (TheAthletic.com, Nov. 7, 2019).
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11/5/2019
Officials,
I hope you all are well. Please take the opportunity to listen to the attached message from J.D. Collins, the NCAA National Coordinator of Officials.
As always stay healthy and be safe.
Brad Taylor
NCAA Men's Basketball
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10/31/2019
Click the link below to be directed to this year’s sports wagering educational video for officials. The video is approximately 20 minutes in length and includes sports wagering information with which you should be familiar.
PLEASE NOTE: The video is an eligibility requirement for Division I officials, but it should be viewed by officials in every division.
Best regards,
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
10/29/2019
All:
NCAA Basketball Officiating Gear!
Online orders are being accepted now through 7AM CST on Friday, November 8th. After this time, no additional orders will be accepted.
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10/3/2019
NCAA Officials:
This document was developed as part of the NCAA’s continued review of its risk management program. Please note that this document summarizes information that may render an official ineligible to officiate any rounds of any of the NCAA championships.
Also, please note that one or more of the components of the “Notifications and Determinations” section may not be in place until the 2020-21 academic year.
Best regards,
Dan Calandro
NCAA, Director of Championships and Alliances -
8/27/2019
I hope you have had a good summer. It is that time of year when we all increase our preparation for the upcoming season.
Please visit the Center Court Central Hub frequently to stay current on the latest Men’s Basketball officiating news and information. On the central hub, you’ll be able to read the latest rules interpretations from the Secretary-Rules Editor and bulletins from the National Officiating Coordinator, complete your requirements to be considered for a postseason assignment, and review videos of recurring plays and how they are to be officiated.
To register, click the REGISTRATION Tab at the top of the page.
The 2019-20 NCAA Men’s Basketball Officiating Exam will be available on the TESTING Tab in October. When available, the 2019-20 Men’s Basketball Officiating Videos can be accessed on the VIDEO Tab. Searchable rules and case books are available by clicking on the RULES BOOKS Tab. A digital version of the Mechanics Manual will be available by clicking the CCA APP Tab.
This year’s Welcome Packet includes the 2019-20 NCAA Men’s Basketball Rules Book, 2019-20 NCAA Men’s Basketball Case Book, and 2019-20 Men’s CCA Mechanics Manual. Welcome Packets will begin shipping in early September, with officials who registered first receiving their packets first. Any questions about welcome packets can be submitted here.
For Regional Clinic Registration, please click here. When you register for the clinic, be sure to use the same email address that you used for your NCAA Men's Basketball central hub registration to ensure you receive credit (a green checkmark) in your Eligibility Center.Again this year, the ArbiterMobile app is available at no cost to NCAA registered officials. To download the app, please complete this season's officials' registration, and then download it from Google Play or iTunes.
I am happy you have chosen to register with the NCAA. Thank you for being a critical part of the Men’s Basketball Improvement Program. If you have ideas or suggestions for improvement, please email me at jdcollins@ncaa.org.
I look forward to seeing you at the Men’s Basketball Regional Clinics and throughout the season.
When the officiating community is on the same page, it is good for the game!
Have a great season!
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
8/22/2019
DI Officials:Registration for the 2019 Regional Clinics is now open. Please remember the email you use to sign up for the Regional Clinics, and then use the same one to register on the NCAA Men's Basketball central hub when registration opens on Tuesday, August 27. If you use a different email address, you will not receive credit in your Eligibility Center.
The dates, location and deadline for the NCAA room rates are listed below. Remember to be eligible to work the 2020 DI NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, you must attend a Regional Officiating Clinic.
Please register for the upcoming Regional Clinics by clicking HERE.Date
Location
City
Reservation Deadline(Lodging)
Saturday, Sept. 21
Marriott Phoenix Airport
Phoenix, AZ
Saturday, Aug. 24
Saturday, Sept. 28
Atlanta Airport Marriott
Atlanta, GA
Friday, Sept. 6
Saturday, Oct. 5
NCAA Office
Indianapolis, IN
Friday, Sept. 14
Sunday, Oct. 20
Philadelphia Airport Marriott
Philadelphia, PA
Tuesday, Oct. 1
^Lodging for the Indianapolis clinic will be at the Fairfield Marriott.
*Note: The Men’s Coordinator of Officials meeting (Divisions I, II and III) will take place on Friday, September 6 in Indianapolis.
I look forward to seeing you at a regional clinic.
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J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
8/14/2019
As the 2019-20 basketball season approaches, this is to let you know that the NCAA Men’s Basketball Center Court Central Hub will open for registration on August 27. Please know that the registration fee for this season is $200 (Division I), $150 (Division II), and $125 (Division III), which is an increase from the past two seasons. The increase will enable Arbiter to continue to improve reliability, speed, and other backend services. In addition, again this year, the ArbiterMobile app will be available at no charge. Also, please know that the registration fee will stay the same for the next two seasons as well.
As a reminder, officials are required to register in order to be considered for NCAA postseason assignment. You also will receive an email notification on August 27 when registration officially opens.
Thank you for your past interest in registering with NCAA Men’s Basketball. And best wishes for a great 2019-20 season.
Dan Calandro
NCAA Director of Playing Rules and Officiating -
6/7/2019
Please click the link to view the New 2019-20 Men's College Basketball officiating shirt and warm-up jacket memo.
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5/21/2019
DI Officials:
The dates and locations for the 2019 NCAA Regional Officiating Clinics have been set. Remember to be eligible to work the 2019 DI NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, you must attend a Regional Officiating Clinic.
Registration for the upcoming Regional Clinics will open up in late July. Lodging and room rates will also be provided at this time.
Date
Location
City
Saturday, Sept. 21
Marriott Phoenix Airport
Phoenix, AZ
Saturday, Sept. 28
Atlanta Airport Marriott
Atlanta, GA
Saturday, Oct. 5
NCAA Office
Indianapolis, IN
Sunday, Oct. 20
Philadelphia Airport Marriott
Philadelphia, PA
*Note: The Men’s Coordinator of Officials meeting (Divisions I, II and III) will take place on Thursday, September 5 and Friday, September 6 in Indianapolis. DII and DIII Men’s Basketball Coordinators meetings will take place late Thursday afternoon with the DII meeting beginning at 4 p.m. ET and the DIII meeting beginning at 6 p.m. ET.
I look forward to seeing you at a regional clinic.
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J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
4/12/2019
The CCA Mechanics Committee met during the Final Four in Minneapolis. This is a rules change year; thus the number of mechanics changes will be minimal. However, our focus should be on perfecting our current mechanics. Any changes to our Mechanics Manual will be explained during the fall regional clinics. As we prepare for summer camps and the 2019-20 basketball season, the Mechanics Committee would like to offer the following mechanics teaching points from the Mechanics Committee. -
3/7/2019
The following 2019 NCAA Integrity Education Video is recommended for all NCAA Men’s Basketball Officials. Although it is not required, we would expect that all officials view this video in its entirety. We hope that you find this sports wagering educational officiating video to be very informative.
Click here to view 2019 NCAA Integrity Education.
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
2/26/2019
To view 2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 17 (Non-Eligibility), please click the VIDEOS Tab. Since this video is not required for eligibility, you will not receive a certificate of completion.
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2/21/2019
To view 2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 16 (Non-Eligibility), please click the VIDEOS Tab. Since this video is not required for eligibility, you will not receive a certificate of completion.
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2/21/2019
To view 2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 15 (Non-Eligibility), please click the VIDEOS Tab. Since this video is not required for eligibility, you will not receive a certificate of completion.
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2/5/2019
To view 2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 14 (Non-Eligibility), please click the VIDEOS Tab. Since this video is not required for eligibility, you will not receive a certificate of completion.
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1/29/2019
To view 2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 13 (Non-Eligibility), please click the VIDEOS Tab. Since this video is not required for eligibility, you will not receive a certificate of completion.
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1/21/2019
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 12 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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1/15/2019
Please click the link to view the NCAA Men’s Basketball Direction of the Game Update.
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1/15/2019
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 11 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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1/9/2019
We hope you will join with us to support the fight against cancer. By making a pledge to donate any portion of your game fees that you officiate for the week of January 21—27, 2019, you will help further our efforts to eliminate cancer as a major health problem.
Donations are collected year round, but to be included in the current campaign, the deadline for mailing your tax deductible donation is March 1, 2019.This campaign is being run in conjunction and support of “Suits and Sneakers” night, a project put on in association with “Coaches vs. Cancer” - a cause cosponsored by the NABC and The American Cancer Society.
Please click here for more information.
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1/8/2019
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 10 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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1/2/2019
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 9 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/26/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 8 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/18/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 7 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/11/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 6 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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12/4/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 5 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/27/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 4 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/20/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 3 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/9/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 2 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/6/2018
2018-19 NCAA Men's Basketball In-Season Training Video 1 (Eligibility Requirement) is now available. Training videos are required for officials who wish to work postseason assignments. The video will close on Friday, January 25 at 5 pm Eastern Time.
To view the video, click the ELIGIBILITY Tab. After reading all information, click the Eligibility Center link.
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11/6/2018
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8/27/2018
Summer is almost over and another season of Men’s Basketball is right around the corner. I know that we are all anticipating the beginning of the season.
Please visit the Center Court Central Hub frequently to stay current on the latest Men’s Basketball officiating news and information. On the central hub, you’ll be able to read the latest rules interpretations from the Secretary-Rules Editor and bulletins from the National Officiating Coordinator, complete your requirements to be considered for a postseason assignment, and review videos of recurring plays and how they are to be officiated.
To register, click the REGISTRATION Tab at the top of the page.
The 2018-19 NCAA Men’s Basketball Officiating Exam will be available on the TESTING Tab in October. When available, the 2018-19 Men’s Basketball Officiating Video can be accessed on the VIDEO Tab. Searchable rules and case books are available by clicking on the RULES BOOKS Tab. A digital version of the Mechanics Manual will be available by clicking the CCA APP Tab.
This year’s Welcome Packet includes the 2018-19 NCAA Men’s Basketball Rules Book, 2018-19 NCAA Men’s Basketball Case Book, and 2018-19 Men’s CCA Mechanics Manual.
For Regional Clinic Registration, please click HERE. When you register for the clinic, be sure to use the same email address that you used for your NCAA Men's Basketball central hub registration to ensure you receive credit (a green checkmark) in your Eligibility Center.Again this year, the ArbiterMobile app is available at no cost to NCAA registered officials. To download the app, please complete this season's officials' registration, and then download it from Google Play or iTunes. Click here to read ArbiterMobile FAQs.
I am happy you have chosen to register with the NCAA. Thank you for being a critical part of the Men’s Basketball Improvement Program. If you have ideas or suggestions for improvement, please email me at jdcollins@ncaa.org.
I look forward to seeing you at the Men’s Basketball Regional Clinics and throughout the season.
When the officiating community is on the same page, it is good for the game!
Have a great season!
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
7/27/2018
DI Officials:
Registration for the 2018 Regional Clinics is now open. Please remember the email you use to sign up for the Regional Clinics, and then use the same one to register on the NCAA Men's Basketball central hub when registration opens on August 27. If you use a different email address, you will not receive credit in your Eligibility Center.
The dates, location and deadline for the NCAA room rates are listed below. Remember to be eligible to work the 2019 DI NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, you must attend a Regional Officiating Clinic.
Please register for the upcoming Regional Clinics by clicking HERE.Date
Location
City
Lodging Reservation Deadline
Saturday, Sept. 22
Marriott Phoenix Airport
Phoenix, AZ
Tuesday, Aug. 28
Saturday, Sept. 29
Philadelphia Airport Marriott
Philadelphia, PA
Friday, Sept. 7
Saturday, Oct. 6
NCAA Office^
Indianapolis, IN
Thursday, Sept. 13
Sunday, Oct. 14
Atlanta Airport Marriott
Atlanta, GA
Sunday, Sept. 23
^Lodging for the Indianapolis clinic will be at the Fairfield Marriott.
*Note: The Men’s Coordinator of Officials meeting (Divisions I, II and III) will take place on Friday, September 7 in Indianapolis.
I look forward to seeing you at a regional clinic.
J.D. Collins
NCAA National Coordinator of Men’s Basketball Officiating -
4/17/2018
Please click the link to view Summer Teaching Points - Mechanics Memorandum.
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10/24/2017
Click here to read the Sportsmanship Memorandum by Jeff Hathaway, NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Oversight Committee Chair, which was sent to all Division I Men's Basketball Head Coaches.
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