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Become an EBOA Basketball Referee

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Already Trained and Accredited?

Are you an accredited basketball referee wishing to transfer from another association?  Please contact the EBOA Director of Recruitment and Retention, Dan Desmarais, at recruitment.eboa@gmail.com.

 

Want to Become a New Referee?

The application window for the 2026-2027 season is now open.   Details of the application procedure can be found below...

 

 

Edmonton Basketball Officials Association Application Process 2026

 

The EBOA welcomes new officials each September at the start of the fall/winter season.  The clinic will have a limited number of spots available.  Below are the details of the application procedure and what to expect if you are a successful candidate.

 

Successful application process has 3 parts.

A. Application             B.  Clinic and Rules evaluation       C. Practical (On-court) evaluation

 

A. About the Application (link found at the end of this information)

  • Applications, complete with references and resumes, will be accepted online from April 11th  to June 30th, 2026.

  • Applications will be reviewed and invitations to the next New Officials Clinic will be sent by email by July 31st.

 

 B. About the New Officials Clinic and Rules Evaluation

  • National Officials Certification Program (NOCP) Level 1

  • Date/Time: September (TBA)

  • Location: Jasper Place High School

  • Cost:  $60.00

  • This is a full day clinic in which applicants will be instructed in rules, responsibilities and mechanics as outlined in the current FIBA Official Basketball Rules.  You can get a head start by reading the rulebook found here. https://about.fiba.basketball/en/services/resource-hub/downloads

  • At the end of the day, applicants will be evaluated through a rules exam.  A passing mark of 70% is needed to move on to the practical evaluation.

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C. About the Practical Evaluation

  • Applicants will then be evaluated on court in an abbreviated refereeing experience usually scheduled for the weekend following the clinic.

 

After both evaluations (rules and on-court) are completed, successful applicants will be offered membership in the EBOA.

 

About Being a New Member of the EBOA

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An investment in your new officiating career is necessary.  Some costs are shared below. 

  • All EBOA members must complete a free Safe Sport Training course offered by the National Coaching Certification Program. 

  • New members will be required to purchase the referee jersey for $60.00.   Referees are also required to wear black pants.  Black shoes are recommended (required after 1 year). 

  • Membership dues are collected every September.

    • New Officials - $55

  • Once this initial investment is completed, new referees may begin to accept assignments.

  • Game fees earned by referees vary by the level, location and length of the assigned game(s).  New officials can expect games fees ranging from $35 - $50 per game.

 

Follow this link to reach the 2026 EBOA Application Form

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