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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,
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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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11/11/2019
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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11/7/2019
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!
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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.
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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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