The Basketball England Officials update session takes place on Thursday, 17th September 2026, from 6 pm to 9 pm at Durham University. This informative session provides referees and table officials with crucial rule changes, mechanics updates, and licensing requirements essential for the upcoming Durham County Basketball League season.
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Key Topics Covered in the Session
- FIBA Rule Amendments: A deep dive into any new rule changes implemented by FIBA for the 2026 season.
- Individual Officiating Techniques (IOT): Enhancing referee positioning to ensure the best possible look at the play.
- Table Official Precision: Improving communication between the table and the floor, focusing on shot clock management and scorebook accuracy.
- Conflict Resolution: Strategies for managing bench decorum and communicating effectively with coaches and players.
- Safeguarding and Welfare: Updates on the latest Welfare & Safeguarding protocols to protect junior participants.
Who should attend this training?
This update is specifically tailored for the diverse officiating family within the Durham area. Whether you are a veteran referee or a newly qualified table official, this will be a valuable session. The session caters to:
- Level 2 and 3 Referees: Those officiating senior Men's and Women's regional leagues.
- Level 1 Referees: Individuals focused on Junior CVLs and U12-U16 age groups.
- Table Officials: Including scorers, timers, and shot clock operators.
- Club Officiating Leads: Representatives who manage officiating assignments for their respective teams.
