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09-10 Uniform Clarifications

2010-01-14T16:04:25Z

The IHSA is getting very particular on uniform violations and regulations. We have come across a document by the National Federation regading uniforms and it explains the names of all the parts and works and what doesn't. Get a copy of the document in PDF format here .

Looking for a Great Pre-Game?

2010-01-05T14:24:05Z

If you are looking for all the right information to cover with your partner(s) during your pre-game meeting, WBOA has compiled some information (thanks to NFHS and WIAA) that will make sure you are not forgetting the finer points of your pre-game.

2010 Dues Notice

2009-09-03T14:57:09Z

We will be posting information on Dues later in the year. If you have any questions, please contact our Treasurer, Keith Nykiel.

Dues Letter (in PDF format )

2009 IHSA Girls Tourney Assignments

2009-02-13T02:00:00Z

State FINALS

Congratulations to Pat Cawiezel and Tony Mass who represented WBOA very well in the State Finals. You guys made us very proud!

Updating Your Profile

2009-03-04T00:09:37Z

Wondering how to update your profile? Well, you can watch this video to give you an idea how to modify some of the fields. Some of these fields need to be updated in a timely fashion; for example, right now, the 2009 Boys/Girls Playoff Worked needs to be updated.

Girls SEC , Boys REG

IHSA February Updates

2009-02-03T00:05:58Z

Through observation of officials during the current season, and particularly in the last couple of weeks, a couple of important reminders are necessary as the post-season rapidly approaches.

1. There continues to be too much physical play and contact off the ball. Rough play was a point of emphasis at the beginning of the season, and officials must continue to monitor it. In too many cases, both offensive and defensive players are being allowed to illegally contact their opponents, creating an advantage for themselves. Offensive players are being allowed to set screens away from the ball without establishing legal screening position, and defenses are continuing to check, block, and bump offensive players cutting to the basket or the ball. In particular, center officials must focus on keeping their attention in their primary area, watching off ball action and not following the path of the ball.

2. Another specific play that needs monitoring due to increased rough play is the ‘harassing’ of rebounders. In the transition from offense to defense and vice-versa, players are attempting to pressure rebounders and make it difficult for them to outlet the basketball to a teammate. When done without fouling, this play is a good and legal strategy. However, the team transitioning to defense is being allowed to slap, bump, and otherwise illegally contact the rebounder, which too often leads to increased rough play due to frustration by players who are not being protected. In both of these first two instances, as well as others, officials must be vigilant in addressing rough play by calling fouls. “Letting players play through such contact”, regardless of a player’s gender or class, is not a mentality for officials endorsed or supported by the IHSA.

Rule 9.1.1 Case Book Clarification

2008-11-21T13:23:09Z

We have received a clarification on a ruling that was discussed by Fred Allman at our October 28 meeting regarding a player "dropping" the ball after starting their free throw dribbling/warm-up.

The Case in question is based on Rule 9.1.1 and the following is where the interpretation came in. The situation is the same (while the wording is slightly different) in both the 2007 & 2008 case book, the ruling is different with no mention of the change anywhere in the Rules, points of emphasis or otherwise. During our meeting we were told that until told differently, treat it as you would have treated it in 2007 -- you are now being told different by Dave Gannaway, IHSA Assistant Executive Director in charge of officials.

WBOA Observation Program

2008-10-13T23:19:47Z

Do you want to improve your officiating abilities? Are you interesting in moving up to higher levels of officiating. Then take advantage of the WBOA Obervation Program and get some valuable feedback on your personal strengths and areas for improvement in the fundamentals of mechanics and positioning while officiating a game.

2008-09 Rules Changes Announced

2008-05-05T11:05:56Z

It is that time of year again for some rules changes. These will likely not be in effect during your summer ball but you never know till you get there sometimes either, so you better be ready for them.

Allow me to be the first to pass along some new rules to you. You can read the official announcement on the NFHS website, but the meat of the article is available by reading this article, so here goes...

The biggest change will undoubtedly be moving the rebounders back along the free throw lane now requiring that the first spot be left open (that means no one below the blocks). This was tested last year and the number of rebounding fouls was reduced according to Mary Struckhoff (NFHS Basketball Rules guru).

2008 Meeting Dates Announced

2008-07-20T02:00:00Z

This is here for archival and search purposes only. This calendar may fall out of date as from this point forward, we will be utilizing the WBOA Events link on the left. This will allow a dynamic (and constantly updated) view of what is going on in the basketball officiating world. This will be the place to look for Socials, Meeting dates, Games (Mentoring Program plus Observers Program, Official clinics, etc. You can always see the most current items here.

The WBOA Board has set the meeting dates for the 2008-2009 Basketball season. The following dates are set as of right now (there are no anticipated changes, but changes may be warranted as needed). All meetings are on Tuesday nights, begin at 7:00 PM and are held at Willowbrook High School. So anyway, the actual meeting dates are ...