Basketball Instruction/Expert Profile

Expertise

My expertise is in the art of Officiating Basketball and I can answer questions pertaining to basketball rules; youth level through CIF High School, NCAA college and NBA rules as well. I can either help define a specific rule for you, or interpret a specific rule to clarify how other officials and I view and call the game.

Experience in the area

I have been a Basketball Official now for over 19 years, officiating at all levels. I have attended numerous training camps throughout the years in an attempt to constantly become a better official. I have been evaluated by top Officiating organizations and I've had the honor of being selected to officiate at the highest levels including former Division 1 College and NBA players.

Organizations

NASO (National Association of Sports Officials) CBOA (California Basketball Officials Association)

Education/Credentials

El Sorrino Officials Association Accreditation CIF Certified(California Interscholastic Federation) WCPBL(West Coast Professional Baskeball League) The NBA Developmental League training

Past/Present Clients

Los Angeles City Parks and Recreation, Calabasas Basketball League, Calabasas Semi-Pro Men's League, AYBA California Interscholatic Federation, ARC League , (WCPBL)West Coast Professional Basketball League, Gary Grant Youth Basketball Program

What do you like about this subject?

Everything!! I love basketball. I focused on Basketball because it's the most challenging sport to officiate due to it's fast pace. Basketball is such a high energy sport that it requires you to keep in shape, and challenges you to make split second decisions. In short, it's a 48 minute adrenaline rush that can only be experienced on the court.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

Officiating Basketball is on ongoing learning experience and I always strive to become a better official. Even NBA Officials constantly work on becoming better during their off-season. I attribute my success on the court due to years of hard work, dedication and a love for the game.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

If you are interested in becoming an Official and love the game of basketball,I encourage you to explore it and I promise you it is something you will want to do as long as you are able to run up and down the court. Basketball is probably the toughest sport to officiate because of it's fast pace, and to be considered a great official by your peers is a definite honor.