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In this milestone episode of The Crown Refs Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome world-class entrepreneur and best-selling author Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary, also known as Gary Vee, is a digital marketing pioneer, the CEO of VaynerMedia, and the creator of VaynerX. His influence extends beyond the business world, having authored five New York Times bestsellers, including "Crush It!" and "The Thank You Economy." As a highly sought-after public speaker, Gary shares his extensive knowledge and insights on various platforms, inspiring millions worldwide.⁣⁣𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱:⁣⁣•𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: Gary emphasizes the importance of players and coaches building positive relationships with referees and how respect and likability can influence their decisions.⁣⁣•𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Practical advice on using gratitude to manage stress and verbal abuse, essential for officials at all levels.⁣⁣•𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: Gary shares his perspective on the current state of sportsmanship and whether civility in sports culture can improve.⁣⁣•𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: Gary highlights the importance of patience, compassion, and empathy for referees, acknowledging the fast-paced and challenging nature of the job.⁣⁣•𝗖𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗺: Strategies for dealing with public scrutiny and verbal abuse, and the importance of knowing individual referees' characteristics and tendencies.⁣⁣•𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: Gary's advice on the importance of producing content across all platforms to capture and grow audience attention.⁣⁣𝗕𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀:⁣⁣•𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹: Emphasizing gratitude can help officials maintain mental toughness and resilience.⁣⁣•𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Recognizing the emotional intensity of athletes and maintaining empathy and patience can improve officiating effectiveness.⁣⁣•𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀: While optimistic in many areas, Gary expresses concern about the decline in civility and the impact of negative fan behavior on officials.⁣⁣𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗩𝗮𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝘂𝗸:⁣⁣Gary Vaynerchuk is renowned for his groundbreaking work in digital marketing and social media. As the CEO of VaynerMedia, he has helped countless businesses grow through innovative strategies. He is also the creator of VaynerX, a modern media and communications holding company.⁣⁣In addition to VaynerMedia and VaynerX, Gary has founded several other successful businesses:⁣⁣•𝗩𝗲𝗲𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀: An NFT project centered around characters that embody traits and qualities essential for happiness and success.⁣•𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: A direct-to-consumer wine business offering high-quality wines at affordable prices.⁣•𝗩𝗮𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀: A full-service athlete representation agency.⁣•𝗩𝗮𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: A production company that creates content across various platforms.⁣•𝗩𝗮𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲: An e-commerce strategy and implementation agency.⁣⁣Gary's content extends into various fields, including mindset and emotional intelligence. He consistently produces information aimed at helping individuals achieve personal and professional fulfillment. Through his podcasts, videos, books, and social media presence, Gary offers practical advice on building a successful and happy life.⁣⁣Gary's newest book, "𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻”, has been recently released, providing fresh insights into how to capture and retain attention in today's fast-paced digital world.⁣⁣𝗔 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂:⁣⁣We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Gary for his pivotal role in helping Crown Refs develop into the platform and community we are today. His positivity, insights, and daily education on content production have been instrumental in our growth and success❤️.⁣⁣🏀 Join our Patreon Community⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📙Buy Gary’s new book⁣https://garyvaynerchuk.com/attention/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this episode, we dive into enhancing communication with coaches and improving your confidence. Building on our prior material, we share updates to the Rapid Response Toolkit. The episode focuses on strategies for effective coach communication, maintaining court presence, and implementing rapid responses to manage unsporting behavior.⁣⁣𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀:⁣⁣𝟭. 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀:⁣•Build a timeline of coach comments, questions, and behavior.⁣•Recognize the pattern of interactions to respond appropriately.⁣⁣𝟮. 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:⁣•Be proactive in engaging with coaches at appropriate times (e.g., timeouts, dead balls).⁣•Approach with confidence and establish authority without aggression.⁣⁣𝟯. 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:⁣•Use clear and confident body language.⁣•Deliver rapid responses tailored to the situation.⁣•Incorporate rule-based language and ask specific questions to maintain control of the conversation.⁣⁣𝟰. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄-𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵:⁣•Continuously monitor coach behavior and maintain consistent messaging.⁣•Recognize when a coach is not compliant and enforce the rules accordingly.⁣•Understand the importance of consistent application of sportsmanship rules to maintain game integrity.⁣⁣We will continue to emphasize the need for proactive engagement, clear communication, and consistent enforcement to ensure a smooth and respectful game environment.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this special episode, we take the listeners on a heartfelt journey as we reach out to eight officials to award them scholarships for the upcoming camp season. This episode is a testament to the commitment and passion that defines the Crown Refs community.⁣⁣This episode blends humor, encouragement, and heartfelt recognition, capturing the essence of what it means to be part of the Crown Refs community. Our interactions are engaging and uplifting, making for an inspiring and entertaining listening experience. We hope this episode not only celebrates the scholarship recipients but also inspires all officials to continue their journey with passion and dedication.⁣⁣𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:⁣⁣•Corey Powell⁣•Charlene Pham⁣•Zach Villemaire⁣•Connor Schoenfeld⁣•Julie Choat⁣•Sal Schwartz⁣•Jason Hays⁣•Devonte Jackson⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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This 1-on-1 training session part of the Crown Refs mentoring program provided numerous insights and tips for aspiring basketball officials. Here are some of the major takeaways:⁣⁣⁣ 1. 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀:⁣⁣ • The significance of participating in refereeing camps for personal and professional development was stressed. These camps are not only for learning but also for networking, receiving direct feedback, and possibly being noticed by scouts or higher league officials.⁣⁣ 2. 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆:⁣⁣ • The necessity of having a deep understanding of the rules of basketball was highlighted as foundational to successful officiating. It is recommended to study the rule book regularly and to use real-game scenarios to solidify rule knowledge.⁣⁣ 3. 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻-𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:⁣⁣ • Tips on managing real-time game situations, such as dealing with disputed plays or calls, were discussed. The importance of staying calm, being patient, and letting plays fully develop before making a decision was emphasized.⁣⁣ 4. 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:⁣⁣ • Good communication skills with coaches, players, and fellow officials are crucial. The ability to de-escalate tense situations and explain decisions clearly and confidently can help maintain control over the game.⁣⁣ 5. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀:⁣⁣ • The session touched on the importance of learning from one’s mistakes. Being reflective and constructive about errors made during games can lead to significant improvement and better performance in future games.⁣⁣ 6. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:⁣⁣ • Guidance on how to approach career progression in officiating was given, including the importance of setting long-term goals and the steps needed to achieve them, such as attending specific camps and networking effectively.⁣⁣ 7. 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲:⁣⁣ • The importance of self-review and critique through watching game tapes was discussed. Being one’s own critic, while maintaining a positive and constructive outlook, helps refine officiating skills.⁣⁣ 8. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴:⁣⁣ • Engaging with a community of referees can provide support, insights, and opportunities. Sharing experiences and advice within a mentorship program like Crown Refs can accelerate learning and professional growth.⁣⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Ben Lampron, a dedicated basketball official with the Minneapolis Officials Association, is a 3rd-year official from Edina, MN. Beyond the court, he is the author of "Jumpstart Your Future," a book aimed at mentoring young professionals. Ben's approach to both his professional and officiating careers emphasizes the importance of active engagement, showing up for every possible learning opportunity, and the power of a strong start. He highlights the need for commitment, humility, and respect in all interactions, which resonate through his personal philosophy and the advice he shares.⁣⁣In this episode, we discussed various aspects of his journey as an official and an author. He shared insights into the complexities of basketball officiating, such as adapting to new rules like the shot clock and the nuances of communicating effectively with coaches and players. His discussion also touched on the importance of self-investment, whether through attending clinics, seeking mentorship, or participating in community engagements. Ben’s enthusiasm for basketball officiating is evident as he describes it as a joyful and fulfilling part of his life, emphasizing that each game is a blessing and an opportunity to learn and improve.⁣⁣⁣📕𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄⁣https://www.amazon.com/Jumpstart-Your-Future-Building-Relationships/dp/1948382172⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this episode of the Crown Refs podcast, we feature Randy McCall, a seasoned Division I official since 1992 with an impressive track record across multiple conferences including the Mountain West, Pac 12, WAC, WCC, Big West, Big Sky, Big 12, and MVC. Randy's extensive experience includes NCAA Tournament appearances from 2001-2021, and six Final Fours, including the National Championships in 2004 and 2021. He was also honored as the 2014 Naismith Men’s College Official of the Year. ⁣⁣In our discussion, we dive into several crucial topics including the intricacies of playing through contact, the philosophy behind delayed whistles, and the importance of refereeing based on the outcome of plays rather than the contact involved. Randy shares invaluable insights on how to handle mistakes on the court, the evolution of refereeing styles, and strategies for maintaining control during heated games. ⁣⁣With stories from his extensive career and lessons learned along the way, this episode offers profound advice on developing your l skillset, simplifying your pregame, and reflecting on legacy and professional impact.⁣⁣𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝟱 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:⁣⁣𝟭.𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: Embrace a balanced approach by focusing on both the actions and the outcomes of plays. It’s important to officiate based on how actions affect the game, considering the context and potential impact of each call, and not just the contact itself.⁣⁣𝟮.𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Continuously seek growth opportunities through content, camps, and training sessions, and engage actively with the officiating community to share knowledge and experiences. Utilize resources like the national camp list to find suitable training and networking opportunities that match your career stage.⁣⁣𝟯.𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Develop strong ownership skills by being clear and honest in your communication, owning up to mistakes quickly to maintain credibility, and never placing blame on anyone else but ourselves.⁣⁣𝟰.𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Cultivate resilience by handling in-game pressure and criticism constructively. Learn from every game by critically assessing your performance, and use self-reflection to improve without ever being harsh on yourself.⁣⁣𝟱.𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴: Build relationships within the officiating community for support and mentorship. Share experiences and advice generously, and be open to receiving feedback from others. This collaborative approach helps in refining your skills and contributes to the overall improvement of the officiating community.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this intriguing episode, we sit down with William Modeste, an extremely well-respected official with a career spanning over fifty years. We recorded our pregame and halftime interactions and brought you into our locker during a high school basketball game from the 2023-24 season. William shares his wealth of knowledge and experience as he narrates live game scenarios, and not only demonstrates his officiating acumen but also imparts critical lessons on making split-second decisions and managing game dynamics effectively.⁣⁣Throughout the discussion, William emphasizes the significance of mentorship and continuous learning in building a successful officiating career. He reflects on the mentors who shaped his early years and discusses how he now strives to guide new referees entering the field. The episode is packed with practical advice, from understanding complex rules to handling interactions with players and coaches with professionalism and respect. This is a must-listen for aspiring and seasoned officials alike, offering valuable insights into the personal and professional growth that comes from a lifelong dedication to being a basketball official.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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This episode is a collaboration with 𝗦𝗠𝗕 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, lead by all-world mentor, Sylvia Biggett. Sylvia is a dedicated and impactful mentor, deeply invested in the professional development and success of her mentees. She emphasizes the importance of mentoring not only for career advancement but also for personal growth, instilling values such as accountability, reliability, and trustworthiness. Sylvia's approach to mentoring is holistic, focusing on creating a stable foundation that benefits all aspects of an individual's life.⁣⁣⁣𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:⁣⁣•𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀: The influence of mentoring isn’t confined to professional arenas alone; it extends into personal life, reinforcing behaviors and values such as organization, accountability, and dependability.⁣⁣•𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Effective mentoring instills fundamental values like trustworthiness and reliability, which are essential in any field, whether it’s officiating, working a regular job, or engaging in community service.⁣⁣•𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: The lessons and values learned through mentoring, such as dependability and effective communication, are often crucial for professional success across various sectors.⁣⁣•𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Mentoring provides a framework for ongoing personal and professional development, emphasizing the importance of consistent learning and growth.⁣⁣•𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: Mentoring helps build a support system, creating a community that fosters growth, offers advice, and encourages stability in both professional and personal capacities.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Thank you for another great Signal School session as your positive energy and kindness are infectious. Next time I will be sure to record the gallery view rather than the speaker view but I'm sure you will still gain a ton of value from this session. Enjoy!⁣⁣Thanks for watching Signal School 11! Here are some of the takeaways from our session:⁣⁣1.𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆: Consistency in signal execution ensures clarity and prevents confusion among players, coaches, and spectators. Each signal should be executed with confidence and precision.⁣2.𝗙𝗹𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹: Signals should flow smoothly from one to the next without appearing rushed or mechanical. Control in each motion emphasizes confidence in the call.⁣3.𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀: Developing ambidexterity in signaling not only enhances clarity but also prepares officials for any position on the court, maintaining openness to the play.⁣4.𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆: Especially for calls like player control fouls, ensure your body positioning remains open to the court to keep all ongoing play within view.⁣5.𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: When reporting to the table, maintain clear and precise hand signals at eye level, ensuring numbers and foul types are easily visible and understandable.⁣6.𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Avoid unnecessary steps or movements when signaling to maintain focus on the call and not distract from the game’s flow.⁣7.𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Regularly review your own game footage to analyze your signaling effectiveness and seek feedback from peers or mentors for continuous improvement.⁣8.𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Each signal should be delivered with confidence to convey decisiveness in your calls, reinforcing authority and respect on the court.⁣9.𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲: While sticking closely to the rulebook’s mechanics, find comfortable variations that fit your style and enhance clarity, ensuring they remain within the scope of official mechanics.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome to our new mentee series with Whitney Brown, a 3-year official from Richmond, VA. Whitney is part of the Crown Refs 1-1 membership tier on Patreon and in this session, we break down her regional NFHS playoff game from February 2024. We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱:⁣⁣-Detaching from Criticism⁣-Knowing the Rules Inside Out⁣-Staying Professional Under Pressure⁣-Engage in Continous Learning⁣-Game Management Techniques⁣-Seeking Mentorship & Support⁣-Reflecting on Every Game⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Thank you for your continued support of Crown Refs! Welcome to the 'Rapid Response Scenario Pack' — your go-to resource for developing the skill of game management and communication with coaches. This pack provides an array of carefully constructed scenarios that capture real-game interactions between coach and official. They're designed to sharpen your response prowess and enhance your game control. You are going to gain valuable insights into effective strategies and clear takeaways that will solidify your command of the court.⁣⁣𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟯𝟱 𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 + 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄⁣https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this compelling episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we engage in a profound discussion on the critical role of communication and respect within the sports arena, spotlighting the relationship between referees, coaches, and players. Featuring insights from Greg Krauska, an esteemed team performance coach and the co-author of “Stronger United,” this dialogue illuminates the often underappreciated perspective of referees. The conversation traverses through the significance of role comprehension and the adoption of a respectful demeanor to cultivate a conducive sports environment. We dissect the hurdles referees endure, ranging from verbal abuse to the pressures of upholding professionalism, and lay out actionable advice for enhancing interactions, emotional management, and fostering a culture rooted in sportsmanship and mutual respect.The episode is rich with anecdotes and expert knowledge, advocating for a paradigm shift towards empathy, understanding, and the sheer joy of participation in sports at all levels. This episode is an essential listen for those dedicated to nurturing a more supportive, respectful, and enjoyable sporting experience, reinforcing the notion that sports can serve as a powerful conduit for personal growth, learning, and community building.❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat🗣️ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs/shop/165155?utm_campaign=productshare_creator--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this episode, we learn about the career and philosophy of Jason Phillips, a retired NBA referee with an extensive officiating background that spans over three decades. Starting his journey in junior high basketball, progressing through the ranks of the Continental Basketball Association (CBA), and culminating with 19 years of dedicated service in the NBA, Phillips shares his unique insights and experiences. ⁣⁣His career also includes a pivotal role as the Vice President of Referee Operations at the NBA's Replay Center, showcasing his broad influence within the realm of basketball officiating. Phillips' story is not just about his ascent within the ranks but also highlights his commitment as a husband of 30 years and a father to three sons, underscoring the balance between professional achievements and personal life.⁣⁣Throughout the episode, Phillips emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, effective communication with coaches and players, and the art of making split-second decisions under pressure. Key takeaways include mastering the nuances of officiating, such as the critical role of positioning, the mental fortitude required to make unbiased calls, and the significance of reviewing game footage for self-improvement. ⁣⁣Phillips also delves into the camaraderie and community within the officiating world, advocating for the sharing of knowledge and experiences to uplift the entire officiating fraternity. Whether you're a budding referee or a seasoned veteran, this episode is packed with wisdom and guidance to inspire and inform your officiating journey.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟭: 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲⁣1.1 Welcome to Episode 362: In the Paint with John McNeal - 0:00⁣1.2 The Philosophy of Officiating: A Deep Dive - 0:03⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟮: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴⁣2.1 The Importance of Being Presentable - 0:20⁣2.2 Embracing the Details: The Mechanics Nerd - 0:53⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟯: 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀⁣3.1 The Art of Reposting for Visibility - 1:⁣23⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟰: 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀⁣4.1 Breakdown of an Offensive Foul - 2:24⁣4.2 Timing and Mechanics of Whistle Blowing - 5:33⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟱: 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀⁣5.1 The Value of Self-Reflection in Officiating - 8:42⁣5.2 The Approach to Handling Technical Fouls - 11:00⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 Craft 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽⁣6.1 The Vital Role of Mentoring - 14:36⁣6.2 Building Confidence Through Support - 17:06⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟳: 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸⁣7.1 The Role of Emotional Intelligence - 19:25⁣7.2 Positive Self-Talk for Officials - 20:09⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟴: 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹⁣8.1 The Crucial Power of Technical Fouls - 22:16⁣8.2 Impacting Game Control Through Decisiveness - 24:00⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟵: 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣9.1 Fostering a Supportive Referee Community - 26:52⁣9.2 Innovations in Officiating Practices - 28:01⁣⁣𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬: 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 ⁣10.1 Seizing the Day: A Call to Spread Love - 32:25⁣10.2 The Future of Officiating: A Forward Look - 33:15⁣⁣𝗔𝗰𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 ⁣Gratitude and Thanks - 𝟹𝟼:𝟹𝟻⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Here are some topics that Grant and I discussed on our follow up IPR call:⁣⁣1. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: The significance of dedicating oneself to constant learning and improvement in officiating skills.⁣⁣2. 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The value of receiving and processing feedback, including critique on specific actions and habits, to enhance officiating performance.⁣⁣3. 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹: The importance of paying attention to small details, such as the correct way to signal and position oneself on the court, and how these details contribute to the overall effectiveness of an official.⁣⁣4. 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲: Balancing the need for consistency in officiating with the flexibility to adapt one's style based on feedback, game situations, and personal development.⁣⁣5. 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: The process of making calls during challenging situations, including block/charge scenarios, and the importance of discerning when to ignore non-critical contact.⁣⁣6. 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Using game footage and specific play discussions as tools for learning and improving officiating skills.⁣⁣7. 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴: The role of proper mechanics and clear signaling in effectively communicating decisions and maintaining confidence on the court.⁣⁣8. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: The journey of developing as an official, highlighting the importance of passion and dedication in achieving success and personal satisfaction in the field of basketball officiating.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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𝗞𝗲𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗿.’𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗡𝗖𝗔𝗔 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗕𝗟⁣⁣Ken Widgeon Jr.’s love for basketball was instilled at a young age. He inherited his passion from his father, who not only played but also refereed the game. This connection to the sport would later guide Widgeon Jr. down a similar path in the officiating world.⁣⁣As a college basketball player at Mount Saint Vincent in New York, he saw an opportunity to stay connected to the game from a different angle by becoming a referee during the intramural season. His decision to take up the whistle was influenced by his dad’s decade-long experience in officiating. One day he decided he was going to officiate so he took the train, stole a shirt and whistle from his dad, and headed back to campus to start officiating. He remembers making $25-$30/game, which at the time felt like millions according to him. Widgeon Jr. quickly discovered that officiating offered a unique pressure and responsibility similar to that of playing. The management aspect of the game, ensuring fairness and safety, resonated with him and became a driving force in his new role.⁣⁣𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿⁣His journey began with his certification from (NFHS), or high school basketball, a crucial first step that jump started this path. Once he was certified and had passed his test, he immersed himself in the game, working every game he got a chance to work. His relentless pursuit of experience led him to work in Men’s League games and other amateur competitions, where he quickly learned to navigate the intricacies of the game from the center of the action. He mentions having to be able to survive and figure out how to manage the game at these levels which attributed to helping him as he grew as an official.⁣⁣The practical experience gained from these early games was invaluable, but Widgeon wanted to learn more. Free referee camps run by the late Lee Hendrix provided an environment ripe for learning and growth. Here, he absorbed the fundamentals of officiating, from understanding the flow of the game to mastering the positioning required to make accurate calls. These camps were not just about learning the rules but about embedding the principles of the game into his normal motions in officiating.⁣⁣𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽⁣As Widgeon Jr.’s skills as a referee grew, so did his network within the basketball community. He met and was mentored by seasoned professionals like Ronnie Nunn, Mike Schmidt, and Jon Levinson, who recognized his potential and dedication. These mentors provided not only advice and guidance but also opened doors to higher levels of competition, including collegiate and professional basketball.⁣⁣Ken’s rise through the ranks of officiating was a testament to his ability to learn and adapt. He absorbed the wisdom of his mentors, understanding that officiating at the professional level required not just a thorough knowledge of the rules but also the ability to handle the psychological and emotional aspect of the game.⁣⁣📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 ⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/from-new-jersey-to-a-down-under-dream-3326fb8c68b6⁣⁣𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬 𝙗𝙮: 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙬𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙗𝙪𝙧𝙜⁣𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙡𝙚 𝙬𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙣 𝙗𝙮: 𝘼𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣 𝙒𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙜⁣⁣🏀 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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𝟭𝟰 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚⁣⁣1.𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: Maintain professionalism in interactions with coaches, avoiding personal conversations about previous on-court or off-court experiences.⁣2.𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿: Promptly address inappropriate coach behavior, such as shouting or unsporting conduct, to maintain game decorum. It’s crucial to not wait too long to address this aspect of the game at any level.⁣⁣3.𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Develop a toolkit of quick and effective responses to defuse challenging scenarios involving coaches and players.⁣4.𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗝𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿: Approach each game without preconceived notions about coaches, ensuring impartiality. High emotional intelligence (EQ) is key.⁣⁣5.𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Respond to coaches’ respectful questions with rule-based explanations, avoiding debates. Stick to one explanation about one play and avoid being overly available for discussions.⁣6.𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Build confidence to address coaches assertively, focusing on serving the game rather than appeasing coaches. Developing courage is essential.⁣⁣7.𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘁: Use timeouts and dead-ball situations for necessary communications with coaches, such as addressing unacceptable behavior.⁣8.𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘆𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: Maintain strong eye contact during conversations with coaches to convey confidence and control.⁣⁣9.𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Recognize the difference between coaches seeking clarification and those challenging decisions.⁣10.𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗴𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Learn to discern which remarks from coaches to address and which to ignore, while also recognizing that too much is often ignored.⁣⁣11.𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿: Acknowledge and commend coaches for respectful communication, reinforcing positive interactions.⁣12.𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆: Ensure responses to coaches are conclusive, avoiding further debate.⁣⁣13.𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗹𝘀: Refrain from explaining technical fouls during emotional moments, as it rarely leads to productive dialogue.⁣14.𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: Focus first on the game, then on supporting fellow officials, and finally on yourself. Addressing unsporting behavior is essential, especially if it affects your partners.⁣⁣𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘌𝘕𝘖𝘈 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘛𝘺𝘭𝘦𝘳 𝘔𝘤𝘊𝘢𝘣𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🐐 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 ‘𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝘁’⁣https://chat.opens.com/g/g-iLd0j1I6Y-the-ref-goat⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this 13th installment of "Rapid Responses," we focused on the importance of establishing clear pre-game discussions with coaches (if your state allows), managing in-game interactions professionally, and the critical role of effective communication in defusing potential conflicts. The session highlighted how referees should approach conversations with coaches, emphasizing the need for mutual respect and professional dialogue. The idea of using questions to guide these interactions and the strategy of admitting mistakes when necessary were also discussed.⁣⁣The conversation then shifted to broader issues like the role of athletic associations and schools in promoting good sportsmanship and effective communication. There was a suggestion to involve state-level basketball coaches' associations more actively in this effort. This led to discussions about the impact of pre-game announcements on sportsmanship, the potential benefits of having student athletes deliver these messages, and the need for athletic directors to take a proactive approach in addressing spectator behavior. ⁣⁣We also explored how new technologies like video boards could be used to enhance the delivery of sportsmanship messages in schools. The podcast stressed the importance of not just relying on athletic directors to manage games but also on referees taking an active role in ensuring a positive and respectful environment during basketball games.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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We are happy to bring you Volume 4 of "Fouls and Trolls," hosted by Paul and his cousin Marc Vacarro. The episode highlights the importance of patience and kindness, even when confronted with challenging situations or negative feedback. We hope you notice our friendly banter and focus on setting a positive and humorous tone.⁣⁣As we glide into the comments we address some negative feedback from our TikTok & Instagram audience, ranging from constructive critiques to outright trolling. We navigate these with humor and wisdom, emphasizing the need for officials to remain composed and effective in their roles. The episode also touches on the modern challenges of officiating in a world where respect for referees seems to be dwindling.⁣⁣Paul shares a personal story about getting scammed, using it as an example of staying positive and not beating yourself up over mistakes. In addition, we touch on the concept of 'rabbit ears' in officiating and the necessity of adapting to change in the current sports environment. We hope you enjoy this engaging conversation and practical advice.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome back to the 3rd installment of one of our newest series "Fouls & Trolls," with co-host Marc Vaccaro. We jump into into viewer comments, revealing a wide range of opinions and misconceptions about officiating. We address each comment with a mix of humor and insight, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting the rules and the referees' decisions.⁣⁣We also touch upon the emotional aspects of sports, both from the perspective of the players and the spectators. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the need for positive attitudes and constructive criticism in sports, aiming to foster a better understanding of the challenges and responsibilities of sports officials.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome to the special “Best of 2023” edition of the Crown Refs Podcast, celebrating five incredible years of the audio experience dedicated to basketball officials. This episode is a heartfelt thank you to the officiating community whose unwavering support has been the cornerstone of our journey. As we reflect on our achievements and the impact we’ve made, we’re excited to share highlights and memorable moments from the past year.⁣⁣As we look forward to the future, we are energized to continue our mission of training, developing, mentoring, and connecting officials across the US and beyond. This episode is not just a celebration of our past but a stepping stone to a future filled with possibilities and the potential to positively impact even more lives.⁣⁣A heartfelt appreciation goes out to my family who make this possible by filling my heart with love every day.⁣⁣So, tune in, enjoy the episode, and remember to have a spectacular 2024!⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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⁣In the series finale of “Coaching in Qatar,” Saif Aldossari, the director of the Doha Referees Camp and a pivotal figure behind the Qatar journey, joins me at a Harlem coffee shop during his visit to New York City in November 2023.⁣⁣The episode begins with a heartfelt recap of the Doha Referees Camp, reflecting on the impactful moments and lessons learned. Saif shares his vision for the camp’s future, hinting at exciting additions planned for the upcoming year. We also learn more about Saif’s remarkable journey from a player on the Qatar National U-18 team to a FIBA-certified official. ⁣⁣The episode also stamps the importance of partnership and camaraderie within the officiating community, highlighting the value of being the bigger person in all situations. We conclude with a message of unity, growth, and shared passion for the game. ⁣⁣Thanks for listening to this series❤️⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In the seventh episode of "Coaching in Qatar," titled "FIBA Signal School," recorded at the Doha International Referee Camp in conjunction with the Qatar Basketball Federation, this episode emphasizes the importance of precision and clarity in hand signals for FIBA officiating. We walk you through various signals such as "stop the clock," "three-point attempt," "traveling," and "hand check," demonstrating each with clear instructions. We highlight the need for officials to be ambidextrous in their signaling and stresses the significance of arm positioning, movement, and posture. The session is interactive, offering personalized feedback to participants to refine their technique, ensuring signals contribute to their credibility and authority on the court.⁣⁣Key takeaways from the episode include the critical role of visual communication in officiating and the impact of well-executed signals on game management and an official’s perceived professionalism. We advise you to practice in front of a mirror or record yourself to evaluate and improve. The detailed breakdown of each signal, combined with the host’s hands-on coaching approach, makes this episode an invaluable resource for basketball officials at all FIBA levels. This session encapsulates the series' overarching theme of striving for excellence in basketball officiating, offering both foundational knowledge and advanced insights for referees dedicated to enhancing their skills.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In the latest installment of the "Coaching in Qatar" series, we jump into the pivotal role of emotional control as this episode features a candid one-on-one conversation with a Saudi Arabian official at the Doha International Referee Camp, addressing the intense pressure, scrutiny, and the barrage of challenges officials face. The core message focuses on the mental fortitude required off the court, advocating for consistent expressions of gratitude, deep-seated humility, and the cultivation of a positive daily outlook as foundational elements for mental strength.⁣⁣This installment emphasizes the need to solidify one's emotional and mental base—rebuilding the "foundations" before attempting to fix the superficial aspects, metaphorically referred to as the "kitchen sink." The guidance provided seeks to bolster the official's resilience and performance, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle the inherent stresses of their role with poise and confidence. The episode serves as a valuable resource, not just for the official in question but for all referees aiming to enhance their mental game and serve the sport with excellence.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome back to the 5th installment of "Coaching in Qatar" series, as this episode zeroes in on the art of communication for basketball officials, presenting the 'Rapid Responses' system to enhance dialogue with coaches. A significant takeaway is the differentiation between responding to genuine inquiries about plays and deflecting mere questioning of an official's judgment. The episode advocates for officials to approach player interactions as an opportunity to educate and clarify rather than just enforce, promoting an environment where players view referees as approachable and informative. The importance of proactive officiating is highlighted, guiding players with verbal cues to preempt potential infractions and maintain the flow of the game.⁣⁣The discussion also delves into the nuances of managing coaches, emphasizing the necessity of establishing a professional yet assertive presence. Officials are encouraged to use discretion in conversations, opting for factual, rule-based dialogue over emotional exchanges. Techniques such as employing the 'three voices' strategy—authority, normal, and diffusing—are recommended for different in-game scenarios, allowing officials to assert control, offer clarity, and deescalate tensions effectively. Ultimately, the episode reinforces the concept that referees must navigate the game with confidence and impartiality, always serving the game with the utmost respect for its integrity.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome back to the 4th installment of "Coaching in Qatar," as this episode delivers essential strategies for effective communication between basketball officials and players, as well as insightful methods for managing interactions with coaches. The key takeaways emphasize the importance of being approachable to players, guiding them on rules they may not fully understand, and using proactive officiating to prevent 'game interrupters' – those unnecessary stoppages that disrupt the flow of the game. Officials are encouraged to use their voice strategically to deescalate tensions, employing techniques such as repeating calming words and offering explanations that players can understand.⁣⁣The episode also tackles the often challenging communication with coaches, advocating for a firm yet respectful dialogue. It introduces the concept of 'Rapid Responses,' a Crown Refs training series designed to equip officials with the tools to handle even the most difficult coaching personalities confidently. Key advice includes establishing a professional relationship, avoiding judgment based on past interactions, and recognizing the difference between a coach genuinely seeking to understand a call and one merely questioning the official’s judgment. Officials are advised to maintain strong eye contact, use the three voices (authority, normal, diffusing), and understand when to play 'offense' in conversations, asserting the need to stand firm against unsporting behavior. The episode concludes with the recommendation to avoid over-explaining technical fouls to coaches, emphasizing that grown adults should recognize their misbehavior without the need for extensive justification. Ultimately, Episode 4 of "Coaching in Qatar" empowers officials to serve the game with confidence, clarity, and control.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In the third installment of the "Coaching in Qatar" series, the focus shifts to fostering a supportive partnership among officials and mastering the craft of communication on the court. Crown Refs delivers insights on becoming the kind of official that elevates the game and the experience for everyone involved. The episode emphasizes the significance of bringing positivity, respect, and kindness to every game, shaping an official into someone their peers are excited to collaborate with. These super traits are foundational for effective teamwork, irrespective of others’ attitudes or behaviors.. "We want to aspire to be a source of excitement on the schedule for their colleagues."⁣⁣Our message is clear: officiating is more than just managing the game; it's about building rapport and trust. Through self-reflection and positive affirmation, officials can improve their in-game performance and decision-making. This episode also guides listeners on how to communicate effectively with their partners, stressing the value of personal connections, accountability, and a collective approach to managing games. With practical tips on navigating interactions with coaches and players, we equip you with the necessary tools to handle every call with confidence. Remember to enjoy the process, to inject humor and light-heartedness where appropriate, ensuring that every game is not just a professional endeavor but a genuinely enjoyable experience.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In the second episode of "Coaching in Qatar," the podcast continues at the Doha International Referee Camp. The episode provides a detailed look at the decision-making process officials must master, highlighting the need for confidence at all times. Key moments include handling a player's disqualification for disrespectful language, and an emphasis on the importance using clear and precise hand signals when presenting the foul.⁣⁣The podcast also reminds the listeners of the physical presence required to be an elite referee, motivating you to become more athletic and agile. We pay close attention to recognizing verticality and establishing and maintaining a legal vertical position. This episode encapsulates the complex skills and professional demeanor that basketball officials are encouraged to develop, providing them with guidance to navigate the challenges of the game with poise and authority.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome to the first episode of "Coaching in Qatar" podcast series, recorded in March 2023 at the Doha International Referee Camp in conjunction with the Qatar Basketball Federation. The staff, comprised of experienced clinicians from Europe, Asia, and America, collaborate to train approximately 40 different officials. The process includes not just theoretical presentations but also practical, on-court applications where officials' performance is observed, followed by detailed and constructive feedback sessions.⁣⁣This episode notably emphasizes the importance of patience and precision. Our discussions focus on the timing and necessity of calls, encouraging officials to consider the influence of contact and to allow plays to develop and finish before making decisions. We advised on technical aspects, like hand signals and the use of the whistle, as well as better communication strategies, such as using definitive language to ensure clarity in decision-making. Moreover, the episode touches on the significance of responding proactively to players' inquiries and demands during games. The insights from the podcast highlight the balance officials must strike between control and flow of the game, demonstrating the complexity and skill required to 'serve the game' at a high level. We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Our latest Crown Refs FIBA episode, featuring none other than esteemed FIBA Referee Petr Sudek. Known for his prowess and international experience, Petr brings a wealth of knowledge⁣Here’s a snapshot of the top 10 insights shared by Petr Sudek:⁣⁣1.𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: The right angle can make all the difference. Learn how Petr positions himself for optimal vision and decision-making.⁣⁣2.𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀: Petr discusses how each error is a chance to learn and grow, a philosophy that has driven his successful career.⁣⁣3.𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Discover Petr’s techniques for clear and decisive communication, which are essential in high-stakes environments.⁣⁣4.𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆: Petr emphasizes the power of trust and teamwork among officials, and how it translates into a smoothly run game.⁣⁣5.𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Hear how Petr’s preventative approach minimizes fouls and manages player behavior effectively on the court.⁣⁣6.𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: Unpack the complexity of contact in basketball with Petr’s experienced take on what constitutes a foul.⁣⁣7.𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: Learn how Petr and his crew achieve a united front, ensuring cohesive and fair game management.⁣⁣8.𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: Petr shares stories of professional respect in action and how it’s earned on the court, no matter the level of play.⁣⁣9.𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Get inspired by Petr’s commitment to ongoing education and how he remains a student of the game after decades in stripes.⁣⁣10.𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: From local games to the Olympics, Petr sheds light on the universal principles that underpin quality officiating at any level.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 | 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯⁣⁣In this Mentor Community Call, we discuss numerous partner topics that will provide you with the best practices for approaching our pregame and in-game conversations with our partners. Some key takeaways include:⁣⁣• Being a pure-bred official and always thinking objectively with our “referee brain”⁣⁣• Best practices for timeout discussions, focusing on forward-thinking and game-related issues without falling into the trap of game summarization, emotional feedback, or critique of teams.⁣⁣•The art of partner support, emphasizing the importance of public affirmations like “good call partner” to bolster team management and decision reinforcement.⁣⁣• Consulting the rule book directly to avoid misinformation, emphasizing that the written rules are the ultimate source of truth.⁣⁣𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗳𝘂𝗹!⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In Joey Crawford's return to the Crown Refs Podcast, we created an NBA storybook involving some of the league’s most iconic players. He vividly paints encounters with legends such as Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Lebron James, Kevin Garnett, and more shedding light on the dynamics of the court and behind-the-scenes moments that few have witnessed. ⁣⁣On the other side of the whistle, Joey opens up about his relationships and experiences with fellow NBA referee legends like Steve Javie, Danny Crawford, Dick Bavetta, and more highlighting both the camaraderie and challenges that come with the profession.⁣⁣Beyond the stories, Joey emphasizes the crux of a referee’s role in basketball: the absolute importance of getting the plays right. His candid discussion reveals an insider’s perspective on how referees should maintain their professionalism, eschewing personal accolades or the temptation to ingratiate themselves with coaches. The episode also touches on Joey’s journey and unwavering dedication to the craft of refereeing. ⁣⁣Through it all, Joey’s passion for the game and commitment to its integrity shines through, offering listeners a unique look into the heart and soul of NBA officiating.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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For episode 342 we wanted to promote John McNeal’s great work with Unbiased Zebras and use The Officiating Edge link as the only way to listen to this episode. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6aqIRdqJP1BBGUxhQjndtN?si=ASPvVyMGT7CiH4W3dUlcvw⁣⁣We are starting to develop more and more chemistry as consistent collaborators and we think you will take away a lot of valuable information and inspiration from this episode. ⁣⁣🎧 Listen to episode 342⁣https://open.spotify.com/episode/6aqIRdqJP1BBGUxhQjndtN?si=ASPvVyMGT7CiH4W3dUlcvw--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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We are privileged to have an in-depth conversation with the legendary boxing referee, Kenny Bayless. In his Hall of Fame career his vast experiences range from the adrenaline-fueled world of professional boxing, including iconic matches such as Mayweather vs. Pacquiao, to his noteworthy appearance in the blockbuster film "Creed". Kenny provides a unique window into the multifaceted realm of refereeing, illustrating the intricate balance between upholding the rules and understanding the passion of the fighters.⁣⁣Indulge as we explore topics including the significance of rigorous training, the transformative power of effective verbal commands, and the rising challenges faced by referees in contemporary sports, especially basketball. Kenny's candid anecdotes and professional insights offer listeners an unparalleled understanding of the dedication, integrity, and passion required to excel in the dynamic world of refereeing. Whether you're a boxing aficionado or just intrigued by the craft of officiating, this episode promises enlightening takeaways for all.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In the latest installment of the Crown Refs podcast, join us as we sit down with the distinguished NCAA official, J.D. Collins. With a storied career spanning 18 years in Division 1 and a seven-year stint as the NCAA NATIONAL coordinator, Collins is a wellspring of knowledge and experience. In a conversation peppered with personal anecdotes and invaluable insights, he shares his journey to the top tiers of officiating, discusses the nuances of the new block charge rule in college basketball, and imparts wisdom on finding the delicate balance between a demanding career and personal life.⁣⁣Collins opens up about the significance of nurturing relationships in the industry, This episode promises not just a look back at a storied career but also an exploration of the profound, lasting connections built along the way. It’s an episode brimming with heartfelt reflections, words of wisdom, and the rich narrative of a man who has deeply impacted the world of basketball officiating. We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣⁣⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In the second episode of "Fouls & Trolls," we're joined by co-host Marc Vaccaro as we navigate through the controversial topic of giving warnings to assistant coaches. As we reflect on our personal experiences and mistakes, we share thoughts on the necessity of warnings and the balance of issuing technical fouls. ⁣⁣Beyond that, we appreciate some kind comments from our community, delve into the importance of communication between refs and coaches, and touch on the professionalism of refs' attire during different games. Towards the end, we explore the little details in refereeing that might go unnoticed but significantly impact the overall presentation of the game. So, whether you're a ref, a coach, a player, or just a fan, this episode promises to provide a mix of humor, education, and relatability!⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣⁣⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome to our fun and engaging new series, "Fouls & Trolls." As we wade through a sea of Tik Tok comments, we encounter a myriad of reactions, from earnest questions to the sassiest zingers targeting our beloved officials. But fret not! With a sprinkle of humor and a dash of grace, we respond with love, even to the harshest critics. This episode is a testament to the "next play mentality," underscoring the essence of resilience, not just in the game, but in life itself.⁣⁣As we chart these digital waters, the podcast serves more than just witty comebacks. It becomes a beacon for players, coaches, fans, and officials, illuminating the intricate art and science of officiating. So join us on this enlightening journey, where we not only challenge the trolls but also celebrate the beauty of the game, one comment at a time.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣⁣⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome back to chapter 4 of the Porsha & Pauly Pod! In this insightful episode, we dissect specific in-game situations, delving into the subtle nuances of positioning, signaling, and managing on-court dynamics. Porsha opens up about her journey, sharing valuable lessons on trust—both in oneself and one's partners.⁣⁣Furthermore, we explore the gray areas in decision-making and emphasize the importance of maintaining game flow without compromising on fairness all while breaking down Porsha's Varsity game from this past season. We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣❤️Join Crown Refs for a free 7-day trial⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣⁣⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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In this engaging episode, we delve into the vital role that communication plays in sports, particularly between coaches and officials. We underscore the significance of mutual understanding and respect to perform their roles effectively and sustain a positive game environment, even during conflict resolution. Listeners are introduced to the importance of de-escalation, unwavering professionalism, and emotional intelligence within sports.⁣⁣Further into the episode, we explore the prevailing challenges in basketball officiating, such as the concerning shortage of referees and its causes. The necessity of a culture shift, promoting respect and support for all participants in the game, is highlighted. This episode is a riveting listen for anyone involved in sports, offering a deep understanding of how successful communication, respect, and knowledge can enhance the basketball experience for all stakeholders.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣⁣⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support

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Welcome back to the second episode of the Crown Refs Podcast Series: Lab Work, with Shari and Khalid, who are husband and wife officials from Georgia. Our conversation primarily revolves around their recent gameplay review, with particular focus on maintaining correct positioning, effectively communicating with fellow referees, and having a clear understanding of the game dynamics. Throughout the discussion, they address the necessity of pre-game planning, emphasizing that the relationship among the officials and their collective understanding of the game is just as crucial as their interaction with the players.⁣⁣Moreover, the episode delivers rich content on understanding, interpreting, and enforcing game rules accurately. Shari and Khalid discuss topics like how to stop the clock correctly, signal interpretations, and staying open to the play to make accurate judgments. They also share their experience about handling fast-paced rotations and the importance of always being alert to the game's flow. The pair also delves into the significance of continually learning and growing within their roles, highlighting that no game is the same and every experience brings with it a new learning curve. This episode serves as a valuable resource for referees at all levels seeking to enhance their game management skills and increase their understanding of the sport.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣⁣📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣⁣📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣⁣⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣Refereestore.com⁣⁣📬 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘂𝘀⁣Crownrefs@gmail.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In this episode, we sit down with the highly experienced NCAA basketball official, Roger Ayers, who generously shares his profound insights from his journey in officiating. Renowned for his communication skills, relationship building, and dedication to the craft, Roger provides invaluable advice on game management, handling coaches, dealing with difficult situations, and the importance of continuous learning in the world of officiating. He also imparts personal experiences from his journey, shedding light on the nuances of high-level officiating, and offers encouragement for aspiring officials at all levels.⁣ ⁣ Through a rich and engaging conversation, this episode uncovers several key learning takeaways. Roger emphasizes the importance of respect, communication, and relationship building with coaches, revealing how these traits could significantly influence the game's flow. He also underlines the importance of personal improvement, urging officials to continuously learn, grow, and adapt. Through a rapid-fire round of questions, listeners also get to learn more about Roger's personal preferences, his unique insights on various aspects of the game, and some entertaining anecdotes from his career. Tune in to this episode for a wealth of wisdom from one of the most respected figures in college basketball officiating.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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Use these responses when a coach criticizes our partners or just use it anytime that you want to evoke an empathetic response from the coach after they let off steam. How do you respond when a coach calls your partner horrible? What about awful? What about terrible? Many officials that we've polled on this topic say they would NOT give a technical foul if they were in this situation.⁣ ⁣ We think officials need to adopt the philosophy that if something happens to someone in the crew then it happens to everyone in the crew. No matter who you work with, have EVERYONE's back the SAME. That means having a first time partner's back the same way you would with your closest referee friend. After calling a technical foul, avoid pointing at a player or coach as it can be seen as an irritant or antagonistic. Instead, have the patience to report it to the table so they can help notify everyone. Respect the game and professional communication towards officials are standards that all of us should look to meet each game.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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J.B. Caldwell has been one of the officiating industry's top educators for quite some time now and is still as motivated as ever. More impressively, he's been able to build a loyal community of highly-skilled and dedicated officials who've been able to seasonally grow their game under his guidance and tutelage. It was an absolute pleasure. Remember to close down in the lead position when the ball travels across the basket line to the weak side. We are noticing that some officials are positioned too wide and disconnected from the matchup by trying to ref it from across the paint while looking through players. When we properly explain our calls using rule-based terminology we stand as the experts and can avoid trying to "sell the call" and using debate language. If you can't explain it then don't call it. Replacing "on the floor" with "before the shot" when waving off a shot attempt and Ree-in Knysch sticks around for a little extra signal work after the game.⁣ ⁣ When a player begins to trash talk we have to instantly respond whether that's with our words or by applying the rules as written. We've all experienced the feeling of an overwhelming moment and a lack of game control. Usually, these moments can occur during confrontations between opponents with multiple players involved. Being a great partner comes in so many different ways! Bringing in 100% information is one of the many.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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Team A is in control in the front court when A2 and B2 intentionally pull each other to the ground. What's the correct NFHS ruling? Reporting the correct foul type shows that you are self-aware and have full clarity on the play. Don't rush any of the steps and always be thorough. With so much screening activity in today's game, illegal screens are fouls that we ponder calling many times throughout a contest. Getting them wrong can be game interruptions, so it's important to let them call themselves and make sure we are 1000% when we blow the whistle. During the first free throw, will you cross half court to speak with a coach or is it unfair to the game to be that far out of position.⁣ ⁣ Avoid being reactionary to contact especially when it's initiated by the offense, having a lack of patience leads to reactionary decisions and incorrect calls. Just because players hit the floor doesn't mean that we need to always have a whistle on that play. Avoid speaking in absolutes as every play is different. Whenever opponents are talking to one another it should be an automatic trigger to be proactive and use our voices to de-escalate the situation.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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Getting together on time-outs is a great way to show chemistry & improve the dynamics of the crew. Be mindful when getting together to not judge previous plays or dwell on perceived mistakes. Next play mentality. Eliminating the unnecessary signals only simplifies things for us and can help us stay out of "trouble". Don't anticipate a foul when and where the contact might take place. This tip was in response to a trapping play in the corner with multiple defenders but can be applied across all lines.⁣ ⁣ We also cover the importance of not penalizing the defense on offensive-initiated contact plays. Be ready to help out on rebounding plays in trail, especially on jump shots which can create long rebounds and extended coverage. Surprise comment from a coach during postgame, stay even-keeled and don't let positive affirmation gas you up nor let criticism bring you down.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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Postgame feedback, we discuss staying wide in the lead when the ball is on the strong side but readjusting when it swings to the weak side. We also discuss how over-rotating can hurt the entire crew. The difficulties that officials have when switching back and forth from pro rules to college and high school. Passion and patience are contrasting flavors that can be paired together to create a delicious dish. Be a chef.⁣ ⁣ JC2 Officials postgame feedback where we discuss strategies for de-escalating trash talk, putting out the spark before it becomes a fire. Many times when we are out of position we can revert to the very beginning of the possession as the reason why. Crew discusses how a smooth game can end on a sour note and the unofficial nature of working in an AAU environment.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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We discuss the importance of repetition and consistency as the way to grow, make sure to tuck all of your fingers when pointing as we don't want our points to resemble a handgun. Keeping your signals even, straight, and not rushing the 5-second count. We focus on presenting the numbers to the table by having our hand's shoulder width while at face level and maintaining good posture.⁣ ⁣ Remember to always be big and stay big. Here's another unapproved signal we should ALL use to clearly narrate the type of foul that occurred. You can also indicate this at the spot of the foul before reporting it to the table. It's interesting how most of us say hit and fail to report the proper "illegal use of hands" foul. Why do you think this is? This NCAA-M signal is best to use when a defender jumps A to B, jumps side to side or jumps diagonally into the shooter.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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Facetime Friday's is a Crown Refs Mentor session where 11 officials from the community scheduled a 15 min 1-1 face time with Paul. It was a pleasure to meet with so many great people from our team and we think you'll find tremendous value in each of these calls.⁣ ⁣ Our topics ranged from how Crown Refs is utilizing AI, camp preparation, and better communications to improve your coaching management. We also talked about how to stay sharp in the offseason, the NBA grassroots tryout, and all things community. We hope you enjoy this new series.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝟭𝟱% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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⁣In this episode, Shari and Khalid, both first-year referees who signed up for the Crown Refs 1-1 program, guide us through their journey as former players & coaches and which parts of officiating they are struggling with most. We discuss the mental fortitude required in high-pressure games, the critical role of communication, and the unique challenges and rewards of being a female referee. Furthermore, we shed light on the importance of continuous learning and integrity in our field, as well as maintaining the spirit of the game and player safety.⁣ ⁣ From a learning standpoint, the episode underscores the value of resilience, empathy, humor, and work-life balance in managing the demanding world of refereeing. Shari and Khalid also stress on fairness, adaptability, and the necessity of self-review for professional growth.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 🎶 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗸⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs?_t=8cv8RyeL7ve&_r=1⁣ ⁣ 📷 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗚⁣ https://instagram.com/crownrefs?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/sundayswish3-491fad98f57b⁣ ⁣ ⁣💌 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3C7gVt8⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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In this episode, we are joined by Bo Boroski, a highly respected Final Four official and the founder of RefQuest. Bo shares his wealth of knowledge and experiences as a coordinator and clinician, offering valuable insights for officials at all levels. The conversation delves into setting realistic expectations, the importance of judgment and communication skills, and the challenges faced by officials in today's sports landscape.⁣ ⁣ Listeners will gain a deep understanding of the multifaceted nature of officiating. Bo emphasizes the significance of judgment as the primary skill for officials, while also highlighting the critical role of effective communication in conflict resolution. He emphasizes the need for patience, continuous learning, and aligning oneself with good mentors and peers. Bo's perspective on handling criticism, fostering professional relationships, and navigating the path to success provides valuable guidance for officials looking to enhance their skills and progress in their officiating careers.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣ Refereestore.com

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Welcome back to the 3rd episode of "In the Paint," featuring John McNeal. As a 9-year official and former active duty Marine, John is determined to expand his knowledge by venturing into content creation. With a diverse officiating background spanning multiple sports, John currently tackles the officials shortage in intramural sports at Mississippi State University. Listen how John candidly shares his concerns and uncertainties about establishing a digital presence, which lead to invaluable guidance on cultivating confidence.⁣⁣In this enlightening conversation, Paul and John delve into the essential elements of launching and sustaining digital content in today's ever-expanding realm of social media. If you aspire to build your own brand, gain social media expertise while dissecting game footage, then this series serves as the perfect blend of brand development and referee knowledge. Get ready to embark on a learning journey as you discover the secrets to successfully navigating the world of content creation. We hope you enjoy, and remember to serve the game!⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In this episode, John seeks guidance on game management and handling challenging situations with coaches and fans. Key topics include establishing clear communication with coaches, asserting authority, and prioritizing player-official safety.⁣⁣We share some effective approaches for addressing disrespectful fan behavior as this episode emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, enforcing rules consistently, and documenting incidents for accountability. Overall, it provides actionable advice for navigating difficult situations while maintaining integrity.⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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Welcome to our new series, "In the Paint", where emerging official John McNeal explores the inner workings of how Crown Refs was built. John is a 9-year official and former active duty Marine who is looking to take his knowledge further by learning how to create content. John is a multi-sport official and currently works at Mississippi State University where he has a unique opportunity to attack the officials shortage within the intramural sports world. John shares his worries about not having a presence and Paul works to dig deeper on how to be more confident & optimistic.We talk about growing a community and what it takes to start and maintain digital content in the ever-growing social media world. This series is a great mix of brand building and referee knowledge. Enjoy and remember to serve the game.❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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Welcome back to the 3rd chapter of the Porsha & Pauly Pod! In this episode, we emphasize the importance of continuous self-improvement and mentorship for success. We discuss the value of analyzing game footage for better decision-making, understanding the intricacies of the game, and growing confidence as a play-caller. ⁣⁣Key takeaways include the significance of patience in all parts of the game, knowing when to let plays continue, and recognizing when to step in to ensure fairness and player safety. We think this episode is another must-listen for aspiring referees and basketball enthusiasts, as it sheds light on the vital role officials play in the game and the dedication required to excel in this profession. We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ (Enter CROWN15)Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In this episode, we dive deep into the mind of NCAA Official and creator of The Mindful Journey, Adam James. Adam shares his passion for officiating, the mental challenges faced by referees, and his pursuit of unattainable perfection in an imperfect world. Get ready for an insightful discussion on the importance of communication and rapport building with coaches, as well as detaching one's identity from officiating to maintain a healthy mindset.⁣⁣Prepare to be inspired as we explore Adam's journey in officiating, which has spanned over 15 years and includes eight years at the Division I level. We discuss his experiences and lessons learned from his most recent season, the significance of growth and self-improvement, and the true fulfillment that comes from serving the game. ⁣⁣Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert in the field, as Adam leaves us with powerful takeaways that will help you elevate your mental game and develop a better understanding of the craft of officiating. ⁣⁣𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 ⁣https://journeymindful.com⁣⁣𝙀𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙡 𝘼𝙙𝙖𝙢⁣Adam@adamjspeaks.com⁣⁣𝙄𝙂⁣https://instagram.com/adam_c_james?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==⁣⁣𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of basketball officiating with our esteemed guest, Kristyne Esparza, a trailblazing referee with over a decade of experience. We unpack the intricacies of this demanding role, discussing the importance of maintaining objectivity, cultivating resilience in high-pressure situations, and mastering the art of effective communication. Kristyne shares her journey from coaching and playing to becoming a respected official in the G League, while also shedding light on the critical role of mentorship and her experience with the NBA Grassroots program. We think you are sure to be inspired by Kristyne's dedication to her craft and her relentless pursuit of excellence.⁣⁣Our conversation also explores the broader impact of Kristyne's career, touching upon her role as a trailblazer in the male-dominated NCAA-Men’s sports. We discuss the challenges she has faced and the rewards of breaking barriers, as well as the responsibility she feels to pave the way for future generations. Additionally, Kristyne shares valuable insights and takeaways from her personal journey, emphasizing the significance of perseverance, embracing opportunities, and maintaining a growth mindset. Whether you're a basketball enthusiast, an aspiring official, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode promises to captivate and enlighten with its powerful blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice. We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In this special episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we delve into the critical issue of raising the standard of officiating across various sports, while exploring groundbreaking strategies for recruiting, training, and retaining top-tier sports officials. We welcomed an esteemed panel of guests: Jordan Cohen from Protect the Game, Joan Powell from PAVO, Christopher Loving from Save Our Sports, Sarah Woods from Big Game Officials, and Brian Barlow from Offside.⁣⁣Throughout this engaging conversation, our panelists examine the main challenges confronting sports officials and share valuable insights from their diverse fields of expertise. They stress the significance of encouraging diversity within officiating ranks and showcase various initiatives focused on recruiting and retaining high-quality officials. We continue to underscore the importance of mentorship, continuous training, and community support in creating a positive environment for sports officials to thrive. From capitalizing on the unique skill set of military veterans to promoting inclusive officiating opportunities in underrepresented communities, the panelists impart essential takeaways for anyone involved in sports officiating. Don't miss out on this enlightening and inspiring discussion, aimed at elevating the officiating game and guaranteeing the long-term sustainability of the sports we cherish.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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We are excited to reboot the first-ever content series that we started back in 2018 called the Crown Refs Spotlight where we highlight 1 official per month and give an in-depth look at their story and journey through officiating.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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On this episode of Rapid Responses, we lay out the right times to establish those respectful communication guidelines with the coaches and players. ⁣⁣Vinny also details a few unsporting stories from his past games that we review and break down. We discuss how to spot behavioral patterns, how to respond when they question our integrity, and how to respectfully exit the conversation when it times out.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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The 13th installment of our Camp Clips series, Crown Refs is always looking for more high character individuals like Brandon who love officiating and would appreciate being a part of a special community of referees. Our program was built to get stronger with each new member we add. Montrell talks about why he enjoys being a part of the Crown Refs Mentor Community and how the program has developed him as an official. Jake was an official that we worked with long before ⁣⁣Crown Refs and we appreciate his continued support and engagement in our community. He continues to greatly devlop each year and we ar excited for his ascension up the industry ladder. Roger Ayers talks about what a dream come true it was to officiate the Final Four game between Duke & UNC. Then we are back to signal school for tips on adding an additional layer of information on new directional points. As well as covering the best way to change your partner out of bounds call and also the best way to ask for help on an out-of-bounds play. We've all experienced the feeling of moving too fast on the basketball court both mentally and physically. Rushing only leads to mistakes in all walks of life and that's why it's essential to try and master the skills of patience and poise. In such a wildly emotional game we have to be the emotionally mature ones who are capable of being the bigger person at ALL times. ⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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The 12th installment of our Camp Clips series, Paul describes what the origin of signal school and demonstrates all of the different signals in the workout. Paul provides a couple cues that will help add strength and polish such as - PUNCH THE SKY and Copy & Paste. How many of us have incorrectly called a 5-second violation because we succumbed to the pressure of everyone yelling for 5 seconds and anticipated the call? Practice your hand count with a visible timer to build that automatic muscle memory. One of the benefits of signal school is fine-tuning all of the things that you may not realize. We provide the 3-step technique when presenting the block signal and we discuss the subtle differences between on the spot vs at the table. Just like players who work on their left hand to expand their skill set, as officials we should have that same approach. I hope this conversation can help at least one person who's felt the same way that Taylor has and realize that our weaknesses have the opportunity to become our greatest strength. Remember to build yourself up with positive self-talk and eliminate the language that has insecurity in it. Thank you to tiktok for all your feedback as we appreciate you taking time out of your day to share your thoughts on our content and thanks to Montrell Cade for attending signal school and being kind enough to give his reaction about the routine. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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The 11th installment of our Camp Clips series, we hear about one of the best parts about the crown refs community. Paul explains to Liberty basketball player Darius McGhee about offensive initiated contact. Also, a snippet from Rashaad Murphy a retired US Air Force and a devoted father of 5 and Porsha Waddey showing great humility and transparency by listing some of the things she wants to improve on. More postgame feedback, strengthening the chop, different ways to show game awareness, and what is the correct sequence of signals for a 3pt make and 1. discuss and 1 mechanics also when a coach tries to put us in a box by saying "the same exact play happened on that end and you didn't call it", quickly respond with "some plays can be similar but never the same". very rarely will you see two of the exact same plays in a game so don't allow that language into the convo. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In this episode of Live from the Locker room, we talk about ways to show crew consistency, not allowing coaches to use unrealistic terms, and a call that will most likely always get us in trouble. Thanks to my partners Miguel & Frank as it was a pleasure working with you!⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In the second installment of talking with Taylor, we discuss the importance of communicating specifically with coaches about plays and rulings, instead of using vague terminology like “body contact.” ⁣⁣We also touch on the significance of not having expectations for games as it can lead to frustration if things don't go as planned. This call is part of the Crown Refs 1-2-1 service but we think you will find many of the items discussed valuable for your game.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3IOL2d1⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com/crownrefs--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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This episode is all about the power of positivity and all of the amazing things that come with having an optimistic perspective on life.  We speak about the importance of being grateful every single day, not judging yourself, following your passions and finding happiness. ⁣⁣This episode was recorded after a fall league game with Mike Tucker, who was working the clock.  I stayed after the game to engage in this compelling conversation and provide value for Mike.  We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/message

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In this 38th installment of our longest running series, we review a high school game with Zach Villemaire, a 3rd-year official living in Arizona. During this break down, we discussed being side-line oriented in trail, stepping out of stacks, and finding the legality of the defender before the contact occurs. ⁣ ⁣ ⁣⁣We also discussed the importance of clear and concise communication, such as using the correct sequence of signals for layered plays. Finally, we empasize the value of patience and how it's a foundational quality that transfers across all skill sets.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/message

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In this episode, Porsche and Pauly discuss the importance of sharing knowledge and being a teacher, regardless of whether or not you consider yourself an expert. They emphasize the value of being confident in what you know and being open to learning from others to improve as an official, a leader, and a person. They also touch on the importance of being able to say "I don't know" and the power of admitting your limitations.⁣⁣Throughout the episode, Porsche and Paulie provide examples from their own experiences as officials and coaches, sharing tips and advice for how to effectively share your knowledge with others. They also discuss the role of confidence and self-esteem in teaching and learning, and how taking advantage of opportunities to teach others can help you become a better official and a better person overall. ⁣⁣Listeners will come away from this episode with a better understanding of the importance of sharing knowledge and being a teacher, and with practical tips and advice for how to do so effectively.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3IOL2d1⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com/crownrefs--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/message

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In this episode, the hosts discuss some recent games that one of them officiated, including an encounter with a coach who was unhappy with a decision. The hosts discuss how to handle these situations and give some advice on how to defuse the situation and move on. They also touch on the importance of positive self-talk and not judging oneself or others during the game.⁣⁣We also talk about a game with a new partner who was disengaged and unprofessional. We discussed the importance of being a good partner and how to navigate working with someone who doesn't care, as well as not being too judgmental of others. Overall, the episode offers useful tips for handling difficult situations in officiating and emphasizes the importance of staying positive and being a good partner.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3IOL2d1⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com/crownrefs--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/message

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In this episode, we sit down with Brian Wallace, a basketball referee with over 15 years of experience who has worked both Division 1 Men's and Division 1 Women's. Brian shares his journey going from almost quitting Division 1 Men's before transitioning into a Division 1 Women's official.  ⁣⁣Brian talks about bouncing back from that experience and the challenges he has faced along the way. He talks about the importance of teamwork and how he has learned something from every official he has worked with, regardless of their experience level. Brian also shares some humorous stories of dealing with coaches and how he communicates with them during games. ⁣⁣Throughout the episode, Brian emphasizes the importance of professionalism and staying calm in high-pressure situations. Whether you're a basketball fan or not, this episode offers valuable insights on teamwork, communication, and maintaining composure under pressure. Brian is also a graphic designer who has worked on multiple projects for Crown Refs including the NBA Multiverse Poster. We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣https://conta.cc/3IOL2d1⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com/crownrefs--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/message

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In the 11th installment of Rapid Responses, we give you the whole toolbox of tips and best practices in this 2-hour webinar to help you become a high-level communicator with coaches.  If you can start to implement and polish these tactics you will start to experience new powers on the court that you never had.  The tools are all here...IT'S TIME TO GO EXECUTE.⁣⁣In this webinar, we deep dive into 20 mindset tips that each official needs to establish before entering the conversation.  Some examples include changing up the subject matter, understanding how to re-apply the pressure, and utilizing the 3 voices. Then, we list 12 of the most common questions/comments that coaches say to officials and provide you with multiple options that will help you respond most effectively.  We think this episode will be the one that leads you to your biggest breakthroughs in this department.⁣⁣Thank you to Brian Kenney and the Wisconsin River Officials Association for creating this webinar and to the 70 officials who attended.  We hope you enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/message

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We are excited to welcome 2 NBA Finals officials and the creators of Ref Masters, James Williams, and Kane Fitzgerald. James is in his 13th season as Kane recently stepped away to be Vice President of Referee Operations. These gentlemen bring a wealth of experience and knowledge that they shared with us throughout this 98-minute session. ⁣⁣In this episode, we spoke about their journey to the NBA, bouncing back from failures, avoiding trying to prove their worth to anyone, and trusting your partners. We also speak about why the older generation of referees in power positions have historically frowned upon social media content and what we can do to change the culture. The fellas also tell us about the idea behind RefMasters and some of the exciting things to look out for in the future. We hope you enjoy it!⁣⁣𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙣𝙡𝙤𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙥𝙥⁣https://apps.apple.com/us/app/refmasters-app/id1640142865⁣⁣𝙀𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠⁣kane.fitzgerald@refmasters.com⁣james.williams@refmasters.com⁣⁣𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/message

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The episode features our best content from the year including clips from our Mentor Community, Gene Steratore, Jose Carrion, Jarell Christian, JB Caldwell, Roger Ayers and much of our mic'd up camp content. Thank you for your unwavering support and have the best year of your life.⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/support

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Welcome back to the 10th installment of Rapid Responses, our cutting edge series devoted to helping you become a tactical communicator under pressure. We teach you the skills to be able to respond professioinally to ANYTHING a coach will ever say to you. ⁣⁣In this episode, the main topicss include overcoming the fear in officiating and not being scared to firmly manage the coaches.  We cover the concepts of offense vs defense, addressing proper communication guidelines over giving an explanation, and the power of changing the subject matter. ⁣⁣Not only is the podcast loaded with game-changing communication content we also included a written document titled "38 Power Principles to help you most effectivley manage the coach." The written content provides so many important macro themes to adapt and the podcast will give you the effective micro responses to immediately incorporate into your games.⁣⁣𝟯𝟰 𝙋𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 ⁣https://medium.com/@crownrefs/34-power-principles-for-the-most-effective-coach-management-468c60ef6b63⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/support

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Welcome to the 300th episode of the Crown Refs Podcast. We can’t thank you enough for your continued support as it’s been a driving force behind us being able to hit this small milestone.⁣⁣Gene Steratore is a flat-out officiating legend who’s worked in the Super Bowl, and the NCAA tournament, and is currently the CBS Rules Analyst for the NFL & College Basketball. For an official to have this type of seasoning is rare and we are super honored to have Gene share his knowledge and experience with the Crown Refs Community.⁣⁣In this episode, we discuss the early tutelage Gene had growing up in a family of officials and how it impacted his long career both on and off the court/field. We went in-depth into communication and game management as Gene shared and simulated numerous ways to effectively respond to the coach. ⁣⁣We also covered the superpowers of empathy, kindness, and integrity and why every official should exemplify those traits.  ⁣⁣We hope you enjoy this episode and learn a ton.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/support

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In the 5th installment of our Live from the Locker Room series, the crew meets at halftime to discuss the plays that stood out from the first half. ⁣⁣We recall a block/charge play that we rarely see as the defender turns and braces for impact. We also discuss bench decorum with regard to assistant coaches and share some helpful reminders about sticking to our fundamentals. ⁣⁣We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/support

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Brett Coleman is a passionate 7-year official from Livingston, New Jersey who's been a part of Crown Refs Mentor since March 2021. His goal is to make Division 1 and possibly beyond. He joined Crown Refs because of the valuable content and engaging community that we have!⁣⁣In this episode, we cover a lot of different topics including late game "take fouls' and intentional foul scenarios and how to proactively manage them. We also discussed this macro point that can help everyone- Don't allow previous possessions to impact the current one. Just like players we have to have a next play mentality and we are only as good as our last call. So, this serves as a reminder to stay focused and be in the moment. There are many other takeaways from this episode that we think you will find super helpful. Have a great season!⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/support

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Alexandre is a 7-year official working the top league in Switzerland with aspirations to continue to move up and build relationships through officiating. ⁣In this episode, we covered plays that involved protecting the shooter, the ball before body-body before ball concept, and having more patience on plays where there is no advantage/disadvantage. ⁣⁣We also discussed court coverage and the importance of avoiding the stacks to be in a dependable position to officiate every play with an open look.  We hope you enjoy!⁣⁣𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣⁣𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣⁣𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣Refereestore.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crown-refs/support

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Game Notes is the longest-running series on Crown Refs as we welcome back Carmela Garcia for the 2nd time in episode 036. Carmela has shown steady growth since she's been a part of the community and continues grow as an official and mentor to others.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we emphasize being mechanically thorough, eliminaing unnecessary signals, and always having a big-picture awareness. We talk about the importance of being able to run every game and also how to be the respectful authority figure in it. We hope you enjoy.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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In one of the most productive signal schools yet, the Crown Refs Mentor Community puts in a ton of great mirror work practicing a whole list of common signals. We had over 10 officials working in unison so we hope you can pick up a lot of pointers both from their presentations and from the coaching that's being provided. There was a lot of individualized instruction for each official as well as big picture themes for the group to collectively benefit from.⁣ ⁣ Special thanks to Carmela Garcia, Nikki Vance, Taylor Hamm, Porsha Waddey, Jay Smith, Jason Hayes, David Stefaniak, Connor Schoenfeld, and Tyler McCabe.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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The 10th installment of our Camp Clips series, gives an introduction to our signal school session, a referee workout designed to help officials improve their presentation of signals. The process of trying to master all aspects of the craft including all of the small things will make the biggest difference for you over the span of your career. ⁣ ⁣ We talk about why it's important to use multiple tweets on difficult plays, why you should use the 'stay here' signal on all levels and why you should experiment with these subtle variations to give your game more range and versatility. We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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In the 9th installment of our Camp Clips series, we explain the "ball before body/body before ball" concept and the benefits of utilizing the "hit to the head" signal. We cover a very useful strategy using the feet/foul/floor/flop concept which acts as a checklist for officials to more thoroughly officiate jump shot plays. ⁣ ⁣ We discuss the use of unapproved "hit to the head" signal for NFHS games and having patience on the held ball plays to give players a chance to out muscle their opponent. We hope you enjoy! ⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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Officiating is a sisterhood & brotherhood that helps you form life-long relationships and leads to high-levels of self development and growth as a human being. Will Fried gives us some of the biggest things he's gained from becoming an official and how it has positively changed his life. Crown Refs is an all-inclusive community that supports one another to the fullest. ⁣ ⁣ We are so proud of the camaraderie and positive culture that we have in the group and each member we add continues to embody those values. Thanks for being part of our family Will! If you disagree then you're deploying judgement towards a person's appearance rather than judgement towards their performance. It's wildly acceptable for players and coaches to have tattoos, so why can't officials??⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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In the 7th installment of our Camp Clips series, we jump in on a late game scenario where the officials discuss time, score, foul situation, and a proactive method to avoid an intentional foul. We discuss proper out-of-bounds mechanics, lowering your numbers to face-level, and not allowing any parts of the game to shock us or throw us off. ⁣ ⁣ For block/charge plays, we must certify the legality of the defender before the contact occurs to help guide you to the best decision. We also touched on proper rebounding mechanics, the correct way to signal when our partners ask for help, and remembering to keep the fingers tucked when pointing. Have a great rest of your day!⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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Hey CR FAM! This episode features our mentor session from 10/28/22 about great partnering and always being the bigger person.  The goal of this  episode is to show you many of the steps needed to become the “Partner that everyone wants to work with.” ⁣ ⁣ We discuss some of our major mindset themes and virtues such as kindness, humility, patience, empathy and more.  We think you will instantly grow after hearing this and be able to apply the content to the court.  ⁣ Thank you to our outstanding community members who attended and added to this thoughtful discussion.  We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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Nick Burton, is a former minor league basketball player in the ABA, and a 10-year official from Kansas City, Missouri with aspirations of one day working a state championship game.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ In this episode of Game Notes, Nick exemplifies the most effective way to take accountability as his humility and aspirations to grow shine throughout the episode.  When you publicly highlight your weaknesses it shows great personal strength and the desire to excel at your craft.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Our conversation lead to identifying some more ways that you can exude strength on the court, key indicators for when we need to slow down, and how to smoothly get the coach back in their box.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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This episode focuses on a singular technical foul from a recent AAU game, and the actions that occurred leading up to it, the steps we took to proactively manage the coach, and how we went about administering the technical foul.  ⁣ ⁣ This podcast will give you some communication and game management tactics for you to immediately apply to your games.  One of the themes we discussed is the art of snatching the coach’s attention before we deliver our sportsmanship message so our response doesn't get lost in translation.  ⁣ ⁣ This episode features Justin Wallace, a 4-year official from Mt. Vernon, NY, and loyal Crown Refs supporter.  It was an honor to finally work with you!⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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Gary Vee is one of the most successful entrepreneur and public speakers in the world and he probably produces more content than any other creator or influencer on social.  4Ds is a one-day fully immersive digital education for ambitious businesses lead by Gary and his amazing team at the Sasha Group. ⁣ ⁣ This episode features the 10-min interaction that I had with Gary back in June 2022 where he got to learn about the Crown Refs story and what we were doing to improve officiating.  He shared some ideas on how to grow our Mentor Community, how to inspire new referees to help the officiating shortage, and how to have a long-term impact on the industry.⁣ ⁣ We hope you enjoy this episode and be sure to check out his podcast called "The Gary Vee Audio Experience.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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Being a great partner and always supporting one another is the most important skill set for sports officials to exhibit for a myriad of reasons. Especially, with so much division amongst referees within the industry and all of the outside negativity that is pushing referees out of the profession, being a great teammate is more vital than ever.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we meet with Collin Nelson, Ethan Brochtrup, and the rest of the “Badger Student Officials Association” (𝗕𝗦𝗢𝗔) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison to break down and discuss over 20 tips and themes that you can immediately implement into your game to become a better partner.  ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ We touch on some leadership and happiness hacks that will keep you accountable, proper online etiquette, and how to flatter your partners before ever working with them. We also list some effective strategies for coaches and players when they make comments about our partners.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝟬𝟮𝟭 | 𝗟𝘂𝗸𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗿𝗮 ⁣ ⁣ Luke, is a Canadian basketball referee from Vancouver, BC who’s been official since 2016. He aspires to become FIBA certified, get hired into a college conference, and ultimately make officiating a full-time gig. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode of Game Notes, we reverse the format as Luke breaks down one of my block/charge plays from a previous season. We also discuss the fact that we shouldn’t overthink technical fouls and create reasons as to why we should shy away from accessing them.  We also add more context to the term “film doesn’t lie” and add an interesting perspective to the true validity of that statement.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝟬𝟮𝟬 | 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗚𝗶𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗻⁣ ⁣ Branden Gibson, Beacon, NY, is a former division 2 basketball player at Dominican College who’s been official since 2016 on IAABO’s board 114. He’s currently working at the varsity/Juco level and is looking to be in a regular rotation in the various d2/d3 conferences in the area.⁣ ⁣ On this episode of Game Notes, Branden had numerous interactions with the coach of Team A so we were able to dissect each conversation and make some adjustments to his approach, which created many communication and game management learning points for our dedicated audience of officials.⁣ ⁣ One of our main themes when providing an explanation to a coach needs to as follows...before we can talk about the play we need to first assure the coach is communicating respectfully. If not, that becomes way more important than our explanation of the play. That is the leverage that allows us to shift the conversation from play-calling to sportsmanship.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com⁣

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Welcome back to the Crown Refs podcast for episode 281. This episode features Jarell Christian, who's a former coach and the current general manager of the Boston Celtics G-League affiliate the Maine Celtics. Before being hired by Brad Stevens to take over as Gm he spent 1 season as head coach where they broke the franchise record for most NBA call-ups. ⁣ ⁣ Jarell has also spent 2 seasons as the Washington Wizards assistant coach as well as stints with the capital city gogo and Oklahoma a city blue. We think you're going to find this podcast super helpful both for coaches and officials as we covered a lot of great topics.⁣ ⁣ We discussed what he likes/dislikes most about officials, his favorite refs to work with, some notable skill differences between G-League and NBA officials, and effective communication strategies between coaches and referees.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿⁣ Refereestore.com

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The NFHS just the released the Points of Emphasis for the 2022-23 basketball season with the main focus centered around Sportsmanship and respect for the game.  Now more than ever officials have the leverage and support to call the rules as written and not allow verbal abuse towards officials or disrespectful behavior amongst opponents. We just need to have the communication and game management skills to execute these rules properly. ⁣ ⁣ The CR Mentor group spent time discussing these points of emphasis and how we can tactically apply the information in our games.  We also covered a full pregame conference and listed many points that we think will help you this season and beyond. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs

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Greg is the founder of creator for the YouTube channel A Better Official which creates content to help basketball officials get better and take control of their officiating career.⁣ ⁣ He produces such notable series as 5 Play Friday, Basketball Rules Expert, and 5 Minutes on Officiating.⁣ ⁣ Greg has been officiating high school and Collegiate basketball for over a decade in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲⁣ https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺⁣ Refereestore.com⁣ ⁣

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This episode is a mentor call from December 2021 featuring NCAA-W tournament official Natasha Camy. Natasha works in a remarkable 15 division conferences and was kind enough to meet with our community and share her best practices and strategies that she uses for success. Here are some items that Ms. Camy has incorporated into her pregame speech that we wanted to share with you. We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ Join the Crown Refs Mentor Community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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Are you following us on Tik Tok yet? Did you know every new video we produce gets posted to Tik Tok first before it hits any other social platform? If you’re a fan of our stuff and aren’t yet on Tik Tok, do yourself a favor and head on over there @crownrefs

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Here’s the 6th installment from our ‘Camp Clips’ series filmed in June of 2022 at Liberty University. In this episode we cover discerning between illegal vs incidental, when is the right time to match plays, and the “hand is part of the ball” rule. ⁣ ⁣ We also pinpoint how to avoid cheap and 1’s and the crew recaps a technical foul situation. Special thanks to all of the officials featured in these camp clip episodes!⁣ ⁣ Join our Mentor Community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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Corey Powell is an active division 3 basketball player and a 3-year official from Long Island. Corey is also part of the Crown Refs Mentor Community and has big aspirations to go way further as a ref than as a player. ⁣ ⁣ We recently worked a few 3-person games together for the first time and had a chance to break down a few plays immediately after. We discussed some dead-ball game management tips, how to have your partners back, and not letting any previous game history hold us back in the current one. ⁣ Corey also shared some of his positive feelings about our private platforms and what he appreciates most about being a part of the Crown Refs Mentor Community!⁣ ⁣ Join our Community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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This episode is all about mindset, perspective, and the importance of finding your true inner happiness. This was a recent presentation for Sara Woods and the great people from the Big Game Officials Camp in St. Louis. ⁣ ⁣ We covered 4 key traits that can lead to happiness on and off the court: Perspective, Positivity, Passion & Patience. ⁣ ⁣ •Having a healthy perspective that is grounded in gratitude will give you the emotional stability to purely appreciate every day as the blessing that it is. ⁣ ⁣ •Leading with Positivity and optimism as your centerpiece is a winning formula for success. Having an unwavering positive attitude is a superpower that can lead to so many other wonderful things in your life. ⁣ ⁣ •If you are passionate about something, that can be the fuel and the driving force that propels you to get to the next level. Passion produces effort. Consistent effort produces results. ⁣ ⁣ •Maybe the most important and difficult trait is patience. It’s no coincidence that learning patience takes a very long time. However, patience prevents pain, and frustration, and can lead to higher levels of peace and happiness. ⁣ ⁣ We know this episode will be an UNLOCK and will help at least 1 person. We hope this person is YOU!

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Jośe Carrion is a Puerto Rican legend who's officiated in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional league for the past 32 years, including the 2022 Finals. During his amazing career as a referee, he's worked in 3 Olympic games including 2004, 2008, and 2012, and has also been an NCAA-M Division 1 official since 2002. All these accomplishments for a man who's never even played a sport but has been a lifelong learner & student of the game.⁣ ⁣ In this densely packed episode, Jośe shares his love for teaching and why every official can learn by instructing others. We also cover bouncing back from failures, most memorable moments from the Olympic games, and tools he's learned from other great officials. Other topics include the 4 principles of 3-person, last 2’ mentality, becoming a better listener, & following the hierchary of the game.⁣ ⁣ 𝙇𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙤𝙣⁣ 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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In this episode, we hammer home the proper way to respond when coaches criticize our partners calls, how to work with partner's who don't love it like us, and our thoughts on calling late fouls based on if the ball goes in or not.  We also looked at a block/charge play and tried to decipher if the defender was bracing for impact and absorbing the contact or lost their LGP.  ⁣ ⁣ Here are some other takeaways from this episode:⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗚 says “𝘐 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘢 𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵”⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗮𝗹 𝗦 says “𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘨𝘳𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰, 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦, 𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦.”⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗲𝗻 𝗖 says “𝘎𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘪𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘢𝘥 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘢 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦, 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯”⁣

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Nick Aldiero is a Professional Skills Coach based out of Brick Twp NJ. He is the owner of Nick Aldiero Basketball LLC which focuses on helping players improve their individual skills & confidence in a group setting. Coach Aldiero trains in different gyms along the Jersey Shore. He runs clinics, camps, 3 on 3 leagues & has a year round program as well for the dedicated player.⁣ ⁣ On this episode we talk about the advantages that former players have when they become an official, how coaches can loose credibility with officials, and the mindset we should have going into a "big game."  We also talk about the many benefits and transferrable skills that becoming an official brings and all of the life lessons you can learn from it.  We hope you enjoy!

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙥 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝟱 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚: ⁣ ⁣ 𝟷) 𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘍𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬⁣ 𝟸) 𝘛𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘴 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬⁣ 𝟹) 𝘑𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘞𝘰𝘰𝘥𝘺 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬⁣ 𝟺) 𝘓𝘪𝘢𝘮 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘯 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬⁣ 𝟻) 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘔𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘴⁣ 𝟼) 𝘈 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺-𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦⁣ ⁣ We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ Join our community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙥 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝟰 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚: ⁣ ⁣ 1) 𝘔𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 ⁣ 𝟸) 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘴 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘙𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘈𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘱 ⁣ 𝟹) 𝘔𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘮𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘑𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘦𝘬 𝘓𝘦𝘸𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝟺) 𝘏𝘦𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴 ⁣ 𝟻) 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵⁣ 𝟼) 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘪𝘬 𝘛𝘰𝘬 𝘙𝘦𝘧⁣ 𝟽) 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺⁣ 𝟾) 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘏𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘴⁣ 𝟿) 𝘕𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘨𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘶𝘯!⁣ ⁣ We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ Join our community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙥 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝟯 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚: ⁣ ⁣ 𝟷) 𝘌𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴⁣ 2) 𝘑𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘦𝘬 𝘓𝘦𝘸𝘪𝘴 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬⁣ 3) 𝘈𝘭𝘦𝘹 𝘛𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬⁣ 4) 𝘎𝘦𝘰𝘧𝘧 𝘛𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬. ⁣ ⁣ We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ Join our community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙥 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝟮 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚: ⁣ ⁣ 1) 𝘍𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨⁣ 𝟸) 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘥 𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘦𝘵 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘴⁣ 𝟹) 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭⁣ 𝟺) 𝘍𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘴 ⁣ 𝟻) 𝘋𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘴⁣ 𝟼) 𝘙𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴⁣ 𝟽) 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘴 𝘗𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘴⁣ 𝟾) 𝘑𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘦𝘬 𝘓𝘦𝘸𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘙𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘈𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘱 𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘴 𝘚𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘳⁣ ⁣ We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ Join our community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘱 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘴 is our new series featuring the best tik-tok videos from camp season. In Episode 1, our community members meet in person for the first time, why coaches can't question the foul count, and we hear an opening camp speech from the great Roger Ayers.⁣ ⁣ Go check out our Tik Tok channel⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRr2yKSF/?k=1

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As we switch the format up, we got a chance to hear questions and topics curated by new CR member Taylor Ham.  We spoke about having the adaptability to work any type of game but staying consistent with a universal approach no matter the level. Other topics include: End of quarter procedures, Throw-Ins, Responding to unsporting behavior from Coaches/players in atypical situations.⁣ ⁣ Here are some of the episode takeaways from our teammates on the call:⁣ ⁣ 𝗟𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗮 says "A takeaway I had was to not be afraid as a young official to incorporate the proper mechanics, rotations, rules in an environment where my partners may be too comfortable or relaxed"⁣ ⁣ 𝗟𝘂𝗸𝗲 says "You are a product of your habits"⁣ Alan says "Don't deviate from proper mechanics and rule enforcement based on the level of play"⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗼 says "Understanding the many different situations and how to adjudicate each correctly"⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 says “Knowing the mechanics to make a ruling on last second shots, Communicating with our partners with help information that we are 100% sure about”

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Dee Kantner is one of the greatest basketball officials of all time on any level. Some of her amazing accomplishments include 25 NCAA Final Fours and 14 National title games.⁣ ⁣ She just completed her 33rd season at the Division 1 level while showing no signs of slowing down by working the 2022 NCAA Final Four in Minneapolis, MN.⁣ ⁣ To go along with her legendary college career, Dee and Violet Palmer also held the distinction of being the first female officials to work in a men’s professional sports league.⁣ ⁣ Dee spent 5 years officiating in the NBA from 1997-2002 and also worked as the WNBA Supervisor of Officials. In 2002, she made her return to the NCAA Women’s game and hasn't looked back since. She's continued to #servethegame and pay it forward by sharing her knowledge and helping to develop and inspire a generation of basketball officials.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we discuss how to avoid bad partnering, not letting your ego get in the way, and Dee breaks down the O.I.L. strategy as an effective way to process situations more clearly.⁣ ⁣ We also discuss several more topics like why coaches are not your friends, how to recover from disappointment, things to stop saying about coaches, and the correlation between over-selling and incorrect calls.⁣

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In the 35th installment of Game Notes, we break down Jose's game from Bogota, CO. Jose has been refereeing since 2013 and has the ultimate goal to one day become an international FIBA referee. Even though this is a FIBA rules game, we discuss universal plays that can be interpreted for any level of officiating. We hope you enjoy!

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David Gerson is no stranger to being a bit outside the mainstream. His high school yearbook quote was “it’s better to stand alone for the right reasons, than be together for the wrong.” Whether it was student government or as a team captain and president of his university Rugby team in college, he wants to stand for what is right, not necessarily what is popular. ⁣ ⁣ David has been a soccer referee for the past 7 years based in Atlanta, GA. He enjoys the physical and mental challenges that being an official presents on a daily and weekly basis. It is a never ending journey of learning and fitness. ⁣ ⁣ Most recently, he has created a brand called Refs Need Love Too that is devoted to education, community and inspiration for referees in all sports worldwide.⁣ ⁣ Join our community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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CR MENTOR is in the 42nd straight week of our program and many officials in the community are experiencing developmental growth spurts due to the rapid activity of the group. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we discuss the diversity of our team and how we are meeting the educational needs of each official. Thank you to Brian Kenney & Kent Miehe and the Wisconsin River Officials Association for hosting this session.⁣ ⁣ Join our community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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Ref Related News is one of 34 channels on the Crown Refs Discord Server where we share new stories and content related to the officiating world. On this episode, we discuss the 12 NBA Finals officials, the improvement of Landen the kid umpire, and the recent incident with final four official John Higgins.  We hope you enjoy!

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Andrew Marotta whips up a perfect blend of leadership, sports, and storytelling in the 4th book of his Surviving & Thriving series which also features The Partnership, The School Leader, & The Principal. The author does a masterful job of blending his passions through twenty years of experience in these areas.  You will laugh, cry and have your emotions moved through the powerful, true stories within the book.⁣ ⁣ In this gripping episode, Mr. Marotta reminisces about his memorable first game at Madison Square Garden, the warm greetings he received from the Notre Dame staff, and how he implemented some Fighting Irish culture at his school. Andrew also discusses being the leader everyone wants to work and he delivers a passionate rant about always believing in yourself.⁣ ⁣ Join our private community ⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣

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This camp movie takes place at Liberty University, for the 2021 Referee’s Choice Camp, hosted by Final Four Official Roger Ayers. This film documents our camp experience from watching game tape at the hotel, our conversations on the ride to the facility, and interactions with officials before, during, and after the games. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺:⁣ ⁣ 𝘙𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘈𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘙𝘺𝘢𝘯 𝘊𝘦𝘨𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘴𝘬𝘪, 𝘒𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘭 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘬, 𝘑𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘞𝘦𝘪𝘴𝘻, 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯 𝘋𝘳𝘢𝘬𝘦, 𝘛𝘢𝘺𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘪𝘴, 𝘙𝘺𝘢𝘯 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯, 𝘈𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘺 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯, 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘔𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘺, 𝘔𝘺𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘴, 𝘔𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘙𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘭, 𝘚𝘤𝘰𝘵𝘵 𝘎𝘦𝘦𝘳, & 𝘈𝘭 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗲⁣ https://youtu.be/WUNcnE5M3IY⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 ⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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Every Sunday you can expect a new episode of our podcast. And maybe a few other days of the week too 😉

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This episode of Game Notes, features Ashley Smith, a talented 3-year official from Mission, TX with a bright and promising future. Some of the teaching points included being mechanically thorough, adding more pop at the table, and not walking away from the play as it’s finishing. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿⁣ https://conta.cc/3MRuznL⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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This audio experience is the return of our LIVE FROM series at the House of Sports, featuring instant on-court reactions from the officials. In this episode, we reinforce the importance of great partnering and having our teammate's backs in uncomfortable situations.

We share some straight tactics on how to manage a coach when they are shouting at our partners, discuss one of the many reasons why young officials get discouraged, and even have a conversation with a high school lcoach on why coaches should have ZERO power in ratings and assignments.

Special thanks to Lindell Walcott & Keeyah Hicks for their contributions to this podcast.

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This episode is the 8th installment of our Rapid Response series, which is designed to help arm your tool belt with ready and effective responses for ANYTHING a coach throws at you.  In this session, we hit on some powerful themes like:⁣ ⁣ 𝟭. It's more important to establish respectful communication guidelines than it is to provide a good explanation about a play.⁣ ⁣ 𝟮. Hence, be sure to prioritize the most important topics during your conversations (ex. if they're screaming about a block/charge play, we need to address the scream before the block/charge)⁣ ⁣ 𝟯. The Power of Complimenting the coach when they are speaking respectful is a great way to stroke their ego while indirectly setting professional expectations⁣ ⁣ 𝟰. The Power of Complimenting your partner over a call while you're near the coach's bench is a way of showing unity while providing assurance and reinforcement that the call was correct⁣ ⁣ 𝟱. Officials need to get out of their comfort zone and realize that if the coach is yelling at any member of the CREW, then they are yelling at YOU. ⁣ ⁣ 𝟲. Many officials will not address the coach unless they are speaking directly to them.  Being a great partner can be uncomfortable sometimes but having your teammates back through thick and thin is always the right thing to do.⁣ ⁣ 𝟳. It's imperative that the table side official act as a de-escalator if the coach is shouting across the court.  Many times, the closest official to the bench can play a pivotal role in properly managing the coach's behavior⁣ ⁣ We touch on all of these topics and much more on during this 100-minute communication session. We hope you grow from this!⁣

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Ian Sacks is a sports journalism master's student at Arizona State's Walter Cronkite School. He graduated from Iona College in 2016 and announced several Gaels games on ESPN3/ESPN+. The Mt. Vernon, NY, native also announced games for the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, the New York Mets' Double-A affiliate, and spent two years as a news producer. ⁣ ⁣ He recently wrote an article about the officiating journey and interviewed other officials and myself. In this episode we discuss how officials move up to higher levels, the NBA grassroots process, and having a competitive fire while still exemplifying great partnering. ⁣ ⁣ 📖 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙡𝙚 ⁣ https://medium.com/@crownrefs/a-competitive-journey-amongst-teammates-in-stripes-645ab99a2963⁣ ⁣ 💌 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧⁣ https://conta.cc/3OSYMEp⁣ ⁣ 💪🏿 𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙢⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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This episode gives more insights on the inner workings of our mentor group and community for officials.  This call features new member & 8-year official Miles Mckenney, from Idaho. ⁣ ⁣ We cover the importance bringing in positive people, who are great partners, and high-character individuals that embody the Crown Refs values and beliefs.  ⁣ ⁣ This episode also explains the Patreon & Discord platforms and details our officiating curriculum, weekly schedule, and more.

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This episode of Game Notes, features John Skomra, a 3-year official from Buffalo, NY. We break down over 20 plays with the the Mentor group with the main focus being discerning between Legal vs Illegal contact. ⁣ ⁣ Having patience and pain tolerance, or the ability to withstand incidental contact, will prevent those unnecessary game interrupters from occurring. ⁣ ⁣ We hope you enjoy this session!⁣ ⁣ Join our mentor community ⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ ⁣ Join our Newsletter⁣ https://conta.cc/38BQ10N⁣ ⁣ Add us on TikTok⁣ www.tiktok.com/@crownrefs

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This vlog was recorded in New Jersey in January 2022 as Mike Evans and I went to observe & work with some officials from the Hoboken, NJ area.⁣ ⁣ 𝘕𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘉𝘢𝘴𝘬𝘦𝘵 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘴 is a league and rec program organized by Andrew Impastato who also assigns officials to work their various leagues. After seeing some of my Tik Tok content, Andrew decided he wanted me to come down to Hoboken to help train his officials and give them feedback during and after their games.  This video documents over 120 minutes of our interactions with the 4 officials (𝘌𝘳𝘪𝘤 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳, 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯 𝘓𝘺𝘯𝘤𝘩, 𝘑𝘰𝘩𝘯 𝘎𝘪𝘣𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘑𝘳, 𝘒𝘦𝘯𝘯𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘭𝘦𝘨) covering everything from positioning, mechanics, play-calling, and more. Some of our teaching themes included mirroring the ball in the lead, position adjusting during rebounding coverage, and how believability leads to more trust.⁣ ⁣ Special thanks to everyone who contributed to this Vlog as we had a terrific group of officials who had a lot of interesting conversations that we think you will grow from. Thank you for being a part of our community! Full video available exclusively on 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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This episode is the return of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴, our longest-running series featuring 3-year official Fabio Cardoso and the CR Mentor group. This session is densely packed with officiating content to help you improve your overall game. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘀: ⁣ •𝘈𝘷𝘰𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘫𝘶𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘭⁣ •𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘭 𝘵𝘺𝘱𝘦⁣ •𝘜𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘶𝘯𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘏𝘚 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯⁣ •𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘵⁣ •𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴⁣ •𝘑𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘭 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴𝘯'𝘵 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘵 ⁣ •𝘐𝘧 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘺𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶⁣ ⁣ We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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This episode is an exclusive interview with seasoned Division 1 official Ernest Hamilton III, a native of Baton Rogue, LA who's currently residing in Long Island, NY after a recent move for work in 2018.  ⁣ ⁣ Ernest shares with us the biggest things he's learned from officiating, which officials inspired him, and the aspects of the game he's passionate about. He also talks about the importance of being a good partner, how to stay poised and slow yourself down, and how to self-talk during the loud moments of the game.⁣ ⁣ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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𝙍𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙙 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝟳 | C.J. Arms | Will Fried | Carmela Garcia | Adreanna Broussard | Jason Morris | Easton Copenhaver | Fabio Cardoso | Hunter Beshears | Mike Evans | Donald Griffin | John Skomra⁣ ⁣ This episode is the 7th installment of Rapid Responses, as we break down different strategies, approaches, and effective responses for coaches. During this session, we cover how to stop listening to their in-game feedback & opinions while still maintaining our professionalism. ⁣ ⁣ We also discuss how to become more approachable and why we need to stop caring what coaches think of us and live with the results. We think this audio could offer you some breakthroughs that you can immediately apply onto the court.⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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Gilbert Arenas was a prolific offensive player during his 12-year NBA career playing for a total of 4 teams. He was the 2003 NBA’s most improved player and averaged over 20 ppg and 5 assists including over 29 ppg in 2006.

He joins the CR podcast to talk about some common things that players dislike about officials and what's eating at him about NBA referees. Our topics include trash-talking, respect for the game, what he appreciates about officials, and what the NBA players thought of the Tim Donaghy scandal.

This was a very entertaining and insightful discussion between a player and a ref as we tried to iron out some of our differences and find a common ground. Special thanks to Gilbert for his contributions to our program.

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Lathan Williams is a 7-year old. 3-sport official in training and viral sensation having amassed over 300,000 fans is a short span. The videos of him officiating basketball, football, and baseball have garnered millions of views on TikTok as he's the internets most popular official and a fan favorite to those who get to watch him perform live. He's joined by his parents to talk about what how he blew up and what he loves about the refs.

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The Use The Game Podcast is geared towards individuals who have used Athletics to push them forward in their careers. We will interview former and current pros, successful student athletes and contributors to their individual sports. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode I join Coach Nique to help bridge the communication gap between officials and coaches for the betterment of the game. We discuss common misconceptions about officials, the best ways coaches can communicate their questions, and provide clarity on illegal screens & block/charge plays.⁣ ⁣ 𝘌𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘴 𝟸𝟹𝟻-𝟸𝟹𝟾 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘰𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘰𝘯. 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙤𝙣.𝙘𝙤𝙢/𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣𝙧𝙚𝙛𝙨

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Welcome to the Best of 2021 compilation. This episode includes over 3 hours of our best moments from this past year featuring Maia Chaka, Dee Kantner, Natasha Camy, Lisa Mattingly, Roger Ayers, J.B. Caldwell, Tyler Ford, Bill Spooner, and the whole Crown Refs community of officials. We hope you enjoy it and thank you so much for your appreciation & support.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 ⁣ 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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In our 3rd film session with Crown Refs Mentor, we break down one of my recent games from the 21-22 season. We discuss how and when to use our 3 different voices-Command presence, normal, diffusing. ⁣ ⁣ We also speak about why we talk ourselves out of upgrading fouls and why we shouldn't ignore unsportsmanlike conduct just because our partner does. Some other plays we look at involve pass/crash criteria and a monster time and distance play from Carmela Garcia.⁣ ⁣ 𝙏𝙤 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨⁣ 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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This audio is an exclusive interview with former 32-year NBA official Bill Spooner. Bill has worked over 1500 regular-season games and 100 NBA playoff games in his amazing tenure. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we spoke about having mental toughness and list specific ways that officials can re-apply the pressure back on the coaches and players. This is a concept that is foreign to most referees but is something we are leaning heavily into at Crown Refs. We thank Bill for displaying the type of grit that more officials need to embody.⁣ ⁣ Other topics include Kobe’s 81 performance, why we shouldn't sell, what to do when your partner calls a technical foul and the bond that he shares with his son Drew through officiating.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘀⁣ 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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This episode features the 5th session of our rapid response training with the Mentor group.  We lead by covering a new memo from the NCAA regarding sportsmanship, bench decorum, calling the rules as written, and a renewed sense of respect for the game.  ⁣ ⁣ We found this information to be a foundational tool on how we should manage the game and it also provided some new language for us to integrate into our responses to coaches and players.  ⁣ ⁣ We also heard different members of the group share recent scenarios involving coaches, how they handled it and what they can do better.  We hope this audio helps you add a few things to your belt.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻⁣ 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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This episode features the second installment of Signal School-Live with the Crown Refs Mentor group. In this session, we practice 4 different signals to improve our form and presentation during our games including the “stay here” signal, the wave off, hit to the head and chucking. ⁣ ⁣ We recommend utilizing the stay here signal as a highly effective way to communicate that it's a non-shooting foul in the frontcourt (post, rebounding, cutting fouls).⁣ ⁣ Thank you to all of the officials who participated in this session as it takes a high level of confidence and humility.⁣ ⁣ 𝙏𝙤 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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The Real Coach D, Phil Diasparra, is back for his 3rd installment as he gives us 7 Qualities of a Great Official. We hope you enjoy!

Integrity – great officials are the guardians of honesty in athletics. He must maintain a complete absence of bias. An official holds the position in the world of sports not unlike a judge in a court of law. If you aspire to be a great official you never put yourself in a position where your integrity could be questioned. The integrity of the game must always be upheld.⁣

Hustle- Officiating is a game of angles and positioning, officiating hustle describes movement and court position. There is no connection to speed and meaningless motion. Every great official moves efficiently to be in the right place at the right time. It’s the only way to see the entire play and make the correct call.⁣

Judgment- Great judgment is a byproduct of effort and experience. It goes beyond the rule book and includes an almost instinctive ability to apply the critical principle of advantage/disadvantage. This is at the heart of officiating that no team or player gets an unfair advantage or is placed at an unfair disadvantage.⁣

Communication-90% of officiating is being a people person, know how to deal with people. Listening is important that’s why we have two ears and one mouth, listen twice as much as we speak.⁣ Communication means “can you deal with people?” Can you deal with coaches, players during a game? Communication can be accomplished in many ways and in most cases, the situation will dictate your appropriate response. Sometimes a simple response to the question, a one-word answer, or a look can communicate what is needed at a particular time. Saying the right thing to the right person at the right time can help one avoid potential problems in a game. Communication is also the knowledge of when it’s best not to say anything.⁣

Consistency- Young officials have more difficulty with consistency than any other quality, mainly because they lack the experience to realize when their decisions are inconsistent. Everyone has some difficulty in this regard, but the great officials are unrelenting in their judgment. They see and call a game better than their colleagues. The key is to make the same call on the same kind of play whether it’s the first minute of the game or the score is tied with one minute left to play. If they believe an official is consistent, coaches and players will adjust accordingly. Inconsistent decisions on similar plays trigger negative behavior and poor sportsmanship among players and invite criticism from coaches. If you try and fail it’s a mistake, if you repeat the mistake it’s a decision.⁣

Confidence- There is a fine line between confidence and arrogance. Regardless of the situation, personalities involved, pressures from the crowd, or possible repercussions, great officials place fairness above all other concerns. They act confidently and according to the dictates of that value. You should hold yourself to a Higher than normal ethical standard. Be a legacy leader.⁣

Common Sense - I’ve saved this one for last. Of the qualities listed, common sense is the most important. That which is fair and right must take precedence throughout each game. Common sense ensures that fairness, understanding, and the best interests of the game are foremost in the mind of a great official. If you truly understand the spirit and intent of the rules, common sense will guide you well.⁣ To join our Patreon/Discord/Zoom community patreon.com/crownrefs

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This audio is an exclusive interview with referee trainer extroidinaire J.B. Caldwell. J.B. is a former 21-year Division 1 official who then served as the NBA's Sr. Scouting Advisor of Referee Operations from 2013-2020.

In his time there, he played a key role in helping to develop many of the current NBA Officials you see today. He recently spoke to our mentor group about his 5 Pillars of Officiating, and the importance of building a foundation through solid fundamentals. We talked about ways to improve our game management and what it means to show great partnering.

J.B. also touched on overcoming disappointment and gave some life tips on how to navigate in your journey.  We hope you find value in this episode that you can apply on the court. Please let us know what you thought!

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In our 4th Rapid Response session, we hit on some big picture points and talk about having the right perspective before we even enter the encounter. ⁣ ⁣ This included the major mindset theme of not trying to convince the coach that you got the call correct or prove to them that our way of thinking is better. ⁣ ⁣ Too many times officials get into debates and try to sell ideas to coaches which causes us to lose the leverage by lowering down to their level. ⁣ ⁣ This episode also featured ways how we can control the conversation and stressed the importance and the ability to dictate the terms of the dialogue. ⁣ ⁣ A special thank you to Arjan Perovic for joining us to role play and bring his coach's perspective to the conversation.⁣ ⁣ To join our private community⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs

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Dee Kantner recently joined the audio experience for basketball officials to share a wealth of knowledge and experience with our passionate community of referees. ⁣ ⁣ We took this 10-minute clip that is loaded with nuggets from Dee’s bag of tricks as she details some of the foundational qualities that have helped her officiate at the highest level for over 30 years. ⁣ ⁣ We are very appreciative of Dee Kantner’s contributions to our program. Sit back and enjoy one of the greatest officials of all time who is still in her prime!⁣ ⁣ For the full 90-minute interview please join our community on Patreon.com/crownrefs

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In this episode of rules talk, we cover five NFHS rules that are commonly misunderstood by players, coaches, and officials alike. See if you know all five!

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💬 We are excited to present this training session for basketball officials to help elevate your overall level of communication both on and off the court. In this episode, we cover being ready for "showtime" a term used to mentally prepare for the task at hand, how to generate voluntary compliance, and overcoming adversarial relationships.  We also do a deep dive into the art of paraphrasing, how to create empathy, and how to respectfully interrupt someone.⁣ ⁣ 🏀 These are all invaluable skills to possess as a human and will translate directly onto the basketball court for referees.  This session also provides state of the art techniques on how to handle verbal abuse by deflecting, redirecting, and avoiding our natural reaction of confrontation.  We list the things never to say and discuss ways for dealing with difficult people.  ⁣ ⁣ 📈 We know you'll find tremendous value from this episode and please share it with a fellow official who's looking to improve as a tactile communicator.⁣ ⁣ For part 2 of this 3-hour session, please join our community on patreon.com/crownrefs⁣

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Welcome back to episode 2 of Coach D’s Court exclusively on Patreon. In this video, we break down the mechanics of the hand check signal from how to grip your forearm, to what level it should be displayed at, and how to show the proper motion and form. ⁣ ⁣ I demonstrate the signal from numerous angles so you can see a large sample size of how I present this foul. The Hand Check signal can sometimes feel like the weakest of them all, that's why we gave you various tips on how you can produce your best version of it. We hope this episode adds value to your game.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘀 patreon.com/crownrefs

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The Crown Refs mentor group recently had our first film review session and we thought it was appropriate to first focus on the best ways and techniques on how to break down film. ⁣ I pulled from our June 2020 article with Al Battista titled “21 Questions to help you effectively break down film.” ⁣ ⁣ We have compiled so much original content in the past 3 years, so there are so many resources that we can revisit to shine new light and expand on. All patrons can find this full audio/video located in the “mentor sessions” folder on discord. We hope you enjoy!⁣ ⁣ To read the full article click below⁣ https://link.medium.com/5nuIDmesckb Become a Patron patreon.com/crownrefs

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I recently had the opportunity to appear on The JustBe Podcast which is all about exuding joyfullness and shining your love & light onto the world. Briana & Emery have simply come to share their stories, with the intent to provide some positive solutions so that we can all Optimize life's Opportunities.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we speak about officiating on a social and human level and discuss the importance of having a high emotional intelligence and positive perspective in life. We spoke about gratitude, finding your joy and always being officially YOU! We hope you enjoy this episode.

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I just want to take a minute to send my appreciation to everyone who has supported us on Patreon and the discord app and joined our private community! ⁣ ⁣ In this live session of Signal School, we practiced stopping the clock for fouls and violations with the fist and open hand to ensure each official is using proper form when they present. We also focused on the blocking signal and then added the block/and 1 as a progression to see how each official performed the sequence.⁣ ⁣ Thank you to all of the officials who participated in as I look forward to witnessing your development with each session. If you are interested in joining our next session simply text ServetheGame to 845-742-0834.

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In this episode of Video Rules Talk, we discuss the NFHS Points of Emphasis for the upcoming 2021-2022 season. We cover everything you need to get prepared for this season. Serve the game!

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In this episode of Rules Talk, Zack breaks down the NFHS Backcourt Rule and provides three tricky examples to help better illustrate the rule. This episode covers everything you need to become an expert on the NFHS backcourt rule.

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𝙍𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙙 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙨 is a communication training session for the Crown Refs Mentor group to help arm each official with the necessary skills to diffuse any situation with their words. This session helps you develop the ability to take a heated coach and bring them from a 10 down to a 1 with only a few lines.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we continue to emphasize the power of asking questions as a way to leverage the conversation in your favor. By having this group setting we’re to deep dive into each official's communication style and offer some simple adjustments to gain more respect and authority. We also list some responses to avoid and the line that coaches hate to hear the most.⁣ ⁣ Special thanks to Zack Murphy, Carmela Garcia, Will Fried, Adam Zohni, Donal Griffin, & Justin Goldsmith for your support and participation in this session. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀.

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It's a pleasure to welcome former Olympic official Scott Butler, who had a 22-year professional career in Australia's National Basketball League (NBL), working over 500 games including 12 consecutive grand finals series. ⁣ ⁣ His FIBA career dates back to 1997 as he’s officiated multiple World Cups (’06, ‘10) and 2 Olympic games (Athens ‘04, Beijing ‘08). Scott retired from officiating due to a knee injury in 2011 and is currently the Head of Referees for the NBL. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we recall some of Scott’s classic FIBA games from the mid-2000s in an era that featured some highly competitive teams for the U.S. including Argentina, Spain, Greece, & more. We talked about improving game and crew awareness, how to not let the game get behind us, and discussed some of the major differences between the professional game and international competition. ⁣ ⁣ Additionally, we hit on another vital and helpful theme- 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘦𝘮. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗴𝗼 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽 𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀

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How would you like to be part of a family-like community of officials who meet weekly to support, develop and empower each other to be great? How would you like to be part of the Crown Refs Officiating Team? How would you like to be featured in our content, help curate topics for our discussions and/or contribute to our podcast?

Crown Refs MENTOR will meet weekly on a private discord voice channel for wide range of officiating development from rapid responses and communications training, to virtual group signal school, play sharing & film review, live Q & A, and many other topical discussions. In addition, members of the mentor tier gain access to participate in a monthly live podcast event with featured special guests.

And since the Mentor tier is like Crown Refs University it's only right that we offer weekly office hours for officials which will be available for one-to-one or small group learning. The group will also keep a tracker of the content discussed in each weekly session on a google drive to be shared an edited by the group.

Think of this tier as a year-round camp and training clinic but more importantly an oppourtunity to get directly involved with an amazing community of dedicated officials. Welcome to Crown Refs Team U. #mentor

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Crown Refs PLUS features our full library of content including podcasts, and our new catalog of Patreon Original shows and series with never before seen officiating content.

Our growing show list includes No Offseason, Through the Lens, Signal School, CR Vlog, Coach D's Court, The Wonderful Women of Officiating, Game Notes, Courtside Conversations, Voices from the Community, Refs Can Ball, The Camp Commute, Signature Series of Guests, Crown Classics and many more shows in production.

Patrons of the PLUS tier also gain access to read Crown Refs Magazine articles, our Game Notes Quotes written series, and see video tutorials, instructional slides, short clips, exclusive bonus scenes and livestreams.

If the PRO tier is our basic cable package than the PLUS tier is our full line-up of movie channels and new shows. #REFFLIX

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Thank you for your continued support and after 159 public episodes of the Audio Experience for Basketball Officials we've taken the Crown Refs Podcast private to this amazing platform for creators called Patreon.

Crown Refs PRO unlocks over 40 new podcast episodes and gains you access to future Patron-only episodes that we release (historically 4-5 per month) on Patreon's private RSS feed. This tier also includes some short-form video content like podcast highlights, shorts clips, daily stories, and the new shows, courtside conversations, & voices from the community.

You'll also have access to our incredible private chat community on The Crown Refs Discord server. Our server features over 10 different topic channels to have conversations ranging from mindset, rapid-responses, ncaa-women's-talk, nfhs-talk, pro-rules-talk, play-sharing-channel, fiba-chat, fitness-nutrition, and a more. We inspire to build the Netflix for officials (Refflix), so think of this tier as the basic cable package minus the movie channels.

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Will Fried, is entering his 6th-year officiating originally from Bethesda, MD, and currently residing in Hays, Kansas.  He comes to Crown Refs MENTOR with the intentions of growing his officiating skills and becoming part of a supportive community of officials who all route for each other. ⁣ ⁣ Will is looking to improve his confidence, game management skills, mechanics & signals, as well as adding more patience and whistle discipline. ⁣ In this episode, we get to learn more about Will and the obstacles he's had to overcome being an official on the autism spectrum.  ⁣ ⁣ He also shares with us which aspects of the game are most challenging to him including communicating the right phrases to coaches and managing the wide range of personalities throughout the game. ⁣ ⁣ We also talked about not letting bad partners affect us, the improvement of his recall, and tuning his mechanics even better through our group signal school.

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We are excited to launch our new private community for officials and our developmental training program called Crown Refs MENTOR. ⁣ ⁣ Adam Zohni is a long-time supporter and passionate 5th-year official from Toronto, CN, who was one of the first officials to sign up for our MENTOR tier.  So after a few years of exchanging messages online, we finally had the opportunity to sit down and meet for our first mentor session.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we discuss why he decided to join Crown Refs MENTOR and some of the things that he's looking to gain from being part of the new community.  We also reviewed his referee profile, where he listed his biggest areas of growth that he's looking to improve on.  ⁣ ⁣ His most difficult plays are calling flagrant fouls and managing unsportsmanlike technical fouls with players and coaches.  He's focused on slowing down and being emotionless to have a greater sense of control in those hostile moments.  We also go over some differences between FIBA and NFHS, proper time-out mechanics, and tips for calling double fouls.⁣ ⁣ Special thanks to Adam, Zack, Carmela, Pedro, Ryan, Lance, Will, Ken, Aaron, Joseph, Josiah, Chris, Tony, John, William, Alice, Jon, Justin, Luke, Jason, Scott, James, Korbin, Corbin, Isaiah, and every other official who has joined us for this next chapter of Crown Refs content.  #servethegame

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𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘀 is excited to introduce 2 amazing apps to the referee industry, 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙤𝙣 & 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙙, as we launch our new private community for basketball officials. 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻 is our versatile content platform that features a wide range of media including over 45 new podcasts, over 85 new videos, and over 12 new shows & series guaranteed to develop & inspire referees who love the craft of officiating.⁣ ⁣ 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀 has been preloaded with over 150 new posts and will continue to be the main home for our podcasts, videos, and written work moving forward. If our new library of content wasn’t enough all 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘴 of Crown Refs on 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻 also receive access to join the private chat community for basketball officials on our 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 Server. ⁣ ⁣ The 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙧 features over 20 different text channels of referee topics ranging from nfhs-talk, pro-rules-talk, ncaa-women’s-talk, communication-rapid-responses, mindset-mental-performance, fitness-nutrition, game-management-situations, play-sharing-channel, and more that are already populated with great discussion content you can scroll through. ⁣ ⁣ There are also voice channels available for officials to organize meetings and have discussions in real-time to enhance the interactions and education. (𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙊𝙍 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙢𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙧-𝙫𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡)⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we introduce 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻 Originals like 𝙉𝙤 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣, 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙚𝙣𝙨, 𝙎𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙡, 𝘾𝙍 𝙑𝙇𝙊𝙂, 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝘿’𝙨 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙩, 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙩𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝙑𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝘿, and more. We also talk about the inspiration behind our decision to pivot to 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻 and everything that is included in each tier-𝙋𝙍𝙊-𝙋𝙇𝙐𝙎-𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙊𝙍. ⁣ ⁣ If our content has helped you become a better basketball official or brought you any 𝙫𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙚 in the past we hope you can find a tier that meets your developmental needs. ⁣ ⁣ If any official or coach has questions and would like to discuss each tier in more detail, please call or text me directly at 𝟴𝟰𝟱.𝟳𝟰𝟮.𝟬𝟴𝟯𝟰⁣. Thank you for listening and have a great rest of your day!⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 ⁣ https://youtu.be/dtmeS7R_hfY⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗻/𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱⁣ https://www.patreon.com/crownrefs

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𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝟯 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩!⁣ In Episode One of the Crown Refs Community News Show, Zack, and Paul discuss recent events under the Crown Refs umbrella. Paul speaks on the NBA multiverse poster and its origins, his experiences meeting some of the Crown Community at Roger Ayers’ camp, the brand new Crown Refs Team Store and Zack shares his experience at Eric Lewis’s ETA Camp! ⁣ ⁣ Toward the end, we get a brief sneak peek of the big things that are coming next in Season 4 of Crown Refs Content. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 ⁣ http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs⁣

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We as officials have to start documenting the verbal abuse more often to raise awareness on the issue of disrespect towards officials. ⁣ ⁣ This episode was recorded immediately after we canceled the game because a coach and fan refused to leave the gum following their ejection. ⁣ ⁣ We had a chance to interview the site supervisor to hear his thoughts and reactions to the situation and then had a candid conversation with the assistant coach of the team that caused the game to get canceled. ⁣ ⁣ Let us know what you think of this episode on social or at crownrefs@gmail.com⁣ ⁣ 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙚⁣ http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/hartsdale/crown-refs

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𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙤 “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜” 𝙛𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙖𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙠𝙖.⁣ ⁣ Maia recently made national headlines by becoming the second female official hired into the NFL. But her rise to the top did not happen overnight as she steadily grinder her way for 15 years to get to this point.⁣ ⁣ She worked 3 years as a high school official before catapulting directly into the NCAA Division 1 ranks where she spent 10 years honing her craft at the collegiate level. ⁣ ⁣ She was also a part of the NFL developmental training program for 7 years receiving guidance on the differences between pro vs. college rules and being mentored by some of the NFL’s best teachers. ⁣ ⁣ Her breakthrough as a football official happened when she became a certified basketball official learning from NBA legends Leroy Richardson and Tony Brothers. This mentorship and introduction to a new set of rules gave her added toughness and swagger that she didn't know existed within her. She would rise to also become a Division 1 basketball official in the MEAC conference.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, Maia goes into detail about what she loves about officiating, how to overcome mistakes, and what the impact of this moment means to her. ⁣ ⁣ She also elaborates on the positive influence of her mentors, how to block out negative voices, and advice for officials who are frustrated with their careers.

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𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴” 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝘆.⁣ ⁣ Natasha is a super talented 8-year official from the great city of brotherly love, who is extremely passionate about officiating and giving back to the game.⁣ ⁣ Natasha is no stranger to Division 1 basketball as she was a former player at Widener University from 2006-2010. She’s also officiating in 15 Division 1 conferences including: BIG 10, SEC, ACC, BIG 12, CUSA, BIG EAST, AMERICAN, SUN BELT, A10, CAA, MAAC, PATRIOT, AMERICA EAST, IVY, & NEC.  ⁣ ⁣ Some of the officials who inspired her were Dee Kantner, Joey Crawford, Tina Napier, Laura Morris, Rachelle Jones, Gina Cross, Felicia Grinter, Beverly Roberts, Maj Forsberg, & Brian Garland. Natasha is determined to grow the Women's game in all forms through media, exposure, stories, quality officials.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, Natasha gives us tactical advice on how to overcome setbacks and turn your failures into learnings. She shares some of her success stories and breakthroughs on when the light bulb finally went off for her. ⁣ ⁣ Some other very important topics that we discussed are equality, diversity, the expansion of officiating, and the importance of creating a true pipeline for women’s officials.⁣ ⁣ 📺 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵⁣ https://youtu.be/klViekGGrw8⁣

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𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴” 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝘆.⁣ ⁣ Lisa had a brilliant 28-year officiating career that was one for the ages by any account. She posts historic postseason stats that most coaches and even universities will never match. ⁣ ⁣ Lisa took 21 trips to the NCAA tournament including a remarkable 18 Final Fours and 10 NCAA Women’s Championship games. She also was a part of the WNBA’s inaugural season and officiated multiple league finals during her 10-year pro career. ⁣ ⁣ She retired after the 2018 Final Four and was immediately hired as Coordinator of Officials for the SEC, Atlantic Sun, Ohio valley, and more. Lisa also hosts Referee University, a camp ideal for officials looking to learn and gain exposure to Division 1 Women’s basketball. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we mention some other officiating legends like June Courteau, Sally Bell, and Patty Broderick who were instrumental in Lisa’s growth, and discuss some of her most memorable games as an official. ⁣ ⁣ Lisa also spoke candidly about how she balances the fine line of hearing out coaches while still supporting officials and gives us insights on a day in the life of a power 5 conference coordinator. ⁣ ⁣ 📺 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵⁣ https://youtu.be/iEVJgXve6_M⁣

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𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴” 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗪𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀.

Sara Woods is a basketball official from St. Louis, Mo who is currently working amateur, collegiate and semi-pro contests.  She is also the founder Big Game Officials, a training platform empowering referees to set the standard of excellence, while igniting opportunities in basketball officiating.  

She recruits and develops prospective and current officials along with her staff of mentors and mentees.  She is a goal driven dedicated professional offering practical and progressive career success on every stage of basketball officiating. 

“As a referee, my purpose is to provide athletes with the best possible competitive experience.  The fierce competition is a constant reminder that teamwork is essential.  As a crew, we rely on experience, training, and each other to get the call right.  Officiating requires hard work and dedication.  However, being a part of the game while protecting its integrity is rewarding and worth the effort.”  - Sara Woods 

In this episode, we learn about the Big Game Officials weekend workshops and their intense mechanics instruction that they provide to their referees who attend.  You can hear Sara's passion for the craft throughout this episode as she's built a family-like community around officiating.  

If you are interested in joining the Big Game Officials team please contact Sara directly http://Www.biggameofficials.com 📺 To Watch https://youtu.be/qftkdW1pOB8

servethegame

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The Crown Refs Podcast introduces our new series “The Wonderful of Officiating” dedicated to highlighting the amazing accomplishments of the females of our officiating community and some of the great work they're doing both on and off the court.⁣ ⁣ Episode 1 features Chiene’ Joy Jones, a charismatic 3-year official from Queens, NY. Chiene’ is a basketball coach who founded Grow Our Game, a nonprofit organization empowering the next generation of young women through the game of basketball. ⁣ ⁣ With over 15 years of coaching experience, she continues to serve as a committed and dedicated professional through community organizations in New York City, primarily facilitating and leading efforts to break generational poverty by advocating for our youth in urban communities. ⁣ ⁣ She is a mentor to all of her players, past, and present, and continues to advocate for girls' participation in sports. Coach Jones was named 2020 New York Knicks/Jr. Knicks Coach of the Year and most recently featured in Nike’s You Can’t Stop Our Voice! Campaign for her profound impact in the NYC basketball community.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we sit down with Chiene’ to learn about how she developed her passion and love for the game and why she chose to play Divison 3 over D1. We also discuss some of the most common challenges that women face in sports and what male officials can do to drive the visibility of female officials. ⁣ ⁣ 📺 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 ⁣ https://youtu.be/grDNmPvO0Vc

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Attached in the Crown Refs IPR is a 10-15 minute instructional mechanics video that we personalize to exceed the needs of each official. ⁣ ⁣ Ken Stewart, a 5-year official from Illinois, decided to record this video in response to his report and we wanted to share his feedback with you.⁣ ⁣ Thank you Ken for your contributions and to all of the referees that continue to support and interact with our content.⁣ ⁣📺 To Watch https://www.facebook.com/100030619764015/posts/517820275915293/?d=n

servethegame⁣

payitforward⁣

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Brady Stiff and Kelsey Loughlin are longtime friends who finally decided to record their conversations about sports and everything else and host a podcast called “...And we’re back” available on Spotify/Apple podcasts.⁣ ⁣ They recently had me as a guest on their podcast to talk about my experience with officiating, provide some tips for new officials, dispel some myths about sports officials, and talk about how Crown Refs was built from the bottom up.

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In this episode of 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘳 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘮 we had the pleasure to record a group conversation with the entire staff of officials who were recently at the House of Sports during the first weekend of AAU games. ⁣ ⁣ Our topics include being confident when admitting you’re wrong, having the guts to play offense on anyone, and dealing with the entitlement of players and coaches. ⁣ ⁣ We also discuss a play from the NCAA tournament and ask the interesting question of when does looking at a player turn into staring and taunting.⁣ We hope you enjoy!

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𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟱𝟬 features a diverse range of topics and storylines that I cover with long-time Crown Refs supporter Travis Potter. Travis is a 6-year official and the assistant director of Wellness and Recreation at Stetson University. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 he offered his intramural officials an opportunity to earn 15 hours' pay if they listened to 11 signature episodes of our podcast and write a summary on how they can directly implement the content on the court for success. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 some of Jacklyn Lavoie’s takes on the Roger Ayers, Diana Depaul, Joey Crawford, Mark Wunderlich, Bo Boroski, Scott Foster, Tyler Ford, and Al Battista episodes, which allowed us to dive deeper into that content and provide additional learning points for the audience.⁣ We hope you enjoy!

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In this episode of 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘳 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘮 ⁣ we discuss more game management strategies for complaining coaches and how and when you can take advantage of offensive opportunities. ⁣ ⁣ We conclude that officials have historically let coaches get away with too many antics on the sidelines and the lack of sportsmanship has been naturally embedded into the game itself. We also cover unsportsmanlike conduct and the criteria involving bench technicals. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, we are the guardians of the game so what we permit-we promote.⁣ 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁, You are backed up by the rulebook.

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𝙅𝙤𝙝𝙣 𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙮 put together one of the most outstanding NCAA officiating careers of all-time both on and off the court. His Division 1 career spans over 30 years in the ACC/Big East/SEC conferences including 26 NCAA tournaments, 12 Final Fours, and 4 National Championship games. ⁣ ⁣ He was the 1989 Naismith Official of the Year and inducted into the sports hall of fame in two states PA/NC.⁣ He also served as Coordinator of Officials in the ACC/Colonial/A10 from 2005-2015.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we discuss two of John’s most memorable assignments, the iconic 1991 Final Four game between UNLV vs. DUKE, and the 1996 National Championship game between Syracuse vs Kentucky. John also shares how he handled a Larry Brown outburst early in the first half of the 88’ title game. ⁣ ⁣ John also spoke very candidly about one of the more disappointing moments of his career and how not having a patient whistle played a huge part.⁣ We also touch on the power of the coaches and the need for better sportsmanship throughout the industry.⁣ ⁣ 📺 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 this episode⁣ https://youtu.be/Xum1TfNoVZM

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With Camp season around the corner, this conversation explores a few integral components of the expectations of an official when attending camps and reffing games in general. ⁣ ⁣ Some of the keys we discussed are how to properly take feedback from observers and better communicate questions to them instead of sounding like a “Yeah but” ref. ⁣ ⁣ We touch on the importance of differentiating between black/white vs gray and how and when to apply the rules as written. conclude by discussing the importance of using rule-based explanations when addressing coaches because they cannot communicate about officiating on an expert level.

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𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗻 is a 2-year official from Pennsylvania living in New Jersey who’s fell in love with the craft of officiating. He truly inspires to keep improving and reach his full potential as an official.⁣ He’s been working hard these past two seasons trying at improving and chose the Crown Refs IPR as a way to accelerate his growth. ⁣ In this episode of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴, we discuss simplifying our thought process when making decisions and not bringing in too much information that can cloud our judgment. We talk about how to avoid game interuptors by using our voice to proactively officiate and not refereeing a play based on sound.

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𝗣𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗝𝗿. has been stung by the officiating bug as his fire and ambition to improve multiplies by the day. ⁣ ⁣ We're proud to have him back for his second Individual•Performance•Report to track his progress, flip the weaknesses into strengths and add more polish to his overall skill set as an official.⁣ ⁣ In this episode of 𝙂𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙉𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙨, we have an in-depth signal school session, we elaborate on layered plays, talk pain tolerance, and finish up deciding on the new title to a future podcast series. ⁣ ⁣ 📺 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗧𝘂𝗯𝗲⁣ Game Notes 018 | with Pedro Rodrigues Jr. | Fitchburg, MA | The Crown Refs Podcast 143 https://youtu.be/3Fd4w0OyqZg

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𝗞𝗲𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝘂𝗱𝗹𝗼𝘄, is an 8-year official from Pittsburg, IN who has his sights set on one day becoming a full-time Division 1 referee. He’s aggressively attacked the camp scene attending over 15 camps in his career which lead to him continuously moving up the ladder. He’s currently working high school games, NAIA, and at the division 2 & 3 level.⁣ ⁣ In this episode of Game Notes, we discuss a tip for illegal screens, not allowing the coach to chirp in your ear during a play, when to address a distraction, and we ask the question are you reffing enough overall games?

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In this episode of Live From: The Locker Room, we share multiple coaching interactions from this past weekend of games. We talk about how to respond to a coach when they yell from across the court, how to show more authority when communicating, and utilizing the extremely effective high school warning.

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In this edition of the Live From series, we document a full partner experience from the pregame discussion, into our observations from the first half, and of course the post-game recap. ⁣ ⁣ Anthony Fischetti is a 20-year Official and former youth, middle, and high school basketball coach with over 500 games of experience. Anthony is a huge supporter of Crown Refs and I recently had the pleasure to work a varsity game with him. ⁣ ⁣ We spoke about bringing positive energy into every pregame and the importance of building chemistry with your partner before discussing officiating. We also discuss the huge amount of bad information that coaches send our way during most games and the BIG need to block it ALL out. ⁣ ⁣ We had some good laughs talking shop and we hope you enjoy this audio experience. ⁣ ⁣ “𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘴 𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘬 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘥𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘴. 𝘐𝘵 𝘬𝘦𝘦𝘱𝘴 𝘮𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘥; 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘮𝘦 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘐'𝘮 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳/𝘴𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘯𝘦𝘨𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦.”

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Korbin Cruea grew up in Swayzee, Indiana (a smalltown an hour north of Indianapolis) where he fell in love with the game of basketball at a very young age. From a young age he got an inside look at an official's lifestyle traveling with his father on Friday and Saturday nights as he was an official back in the day. Ever since those days, Korbin knew he wanted to follow in his father's footsteps and become an official himself. He turned those dreams into a reality in 2019 when Korbin became an official and jumped in head first and started officiating all levels of basketball. ⁣ ⁣ Now in year 2, Korbin loves perfecting his craft and game in hopes to become the best official he can be and achieve success at the highest of levels he can. Currently in the process of jumping from JV to Varsity in the state of Indiana, Korbin is all in and ready to take a deep dive into his craft with the IPR service. ⁣ ⁣ “I love the value that Crown Refs has added to my game in terms of listening to the podcast and hearing all of the experienced officials shine light on lots of different aspects of the game. I am very eager to see where the IPR service can take me in terms of growth and continued improvement of my craft.”⁣ ⁣ In this episode of Game Notes, we discuss the importance of having good pain tolerance and patience as an official. These 2 qualities allow us to see more information about the play. This episode also includes great discussion on difficult play types and more signal school to help improve Korbin’s table reporting and confidence.

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Team control comes into play in more areas in your game than you might think. In Rules Talk Episode 5, we break down the aspects of team control from its beginning to its end to help you become a team control expert.

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𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (COA) is the 2nd largest officials association in the great basketball state of Indiana. Currently, they have 174 licensed basketball officials and the leadership is committed to recruiting, training & retaining basketball officials. ⁣ Mark Sexton, an 8-year official, is in his first season as basketball chair of the association and grateful for the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of his mentor Tracy Black.⁣ ⁣ “𝗜 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝘂𝘁𝘆 to give the game our absolute best. Our best is more than just showing up and running back and forth. Our best means we’re rule book strong, mentally prepared, physically ready and passionate about our craft. We focus our meetings around watching film, discussing rules and RELATIONSHIPS. We have incredible officials in Indiana... not just in Crossroads, but throughout the state.”⁣ ⁣ We recently had the opportunity to speak at a zoom meeting with the (COA) and here are some topics we discussed:⁣ -Advice for when working with a new official. -Working as many possible games that you can the right way. ⁣ -Being unemotional about rule changes.⁣ -You’re only as good as your love for the game.⁣

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The Live: From series is a mash-up of sideline discussions that will give the listener that live feel and a chance to hear our instant reactions to recent plays from that night of rec games. We document some of the raw emotions that the crews are experiencing during, after, & before each game.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we talk about the dreaded pump fake foul, floppers, and the most popular directional point. We also share some interactions and mention a few different tips on how to stay proactive when players begin to taunt each other. ⁣

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𝗜𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗮𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗶𝘀, is a dedicated 5-year Official from Dubuque, IA looking to continuously evolve at his craft. Recently, he began to wonder if the officiating industry had any film review services available for referees to send their game tape in and get high-quality instructional feedback in return. About a day later he stumbled upon the Crown Refs content and quickly realized that we provide the exact service that he was seeking.⁣ ⁣ In this episode of Game Notes, we talk about providing rule-based explanations rather than over-explaining our calls, giving our partners a good pass vs. slapping the ball away, and not allowing coaches to influence, alter, or manipulate our decision-making process.

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⁣𝗥𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀𝗸𝗶 is a 19-year old freshman at Texas A & M who dreams about one day becoming an NBA official. He's made his goals very clear from early on but he understands the importance of patience and falling in love with the PROCESS first. ⁣ ⁣ Ryan is a die-hard Houston Rockets fan who became interested in becoming an official after his displeasure with Scott Foster one game. He thought he could do a better job than him (lol) so he decided to get certified and give it a shot. He would soon quickly realize how difficult officiating is and that he might not be better than Foster just yet. Funny thing is, he became a big fan of his after hearing Scott speak on The Crown Refs Podcast #49.⁣ ⁣ In this episode of Game Notes, we talk about the importance of having a next-play mentality just like good players do and not judging yourself or your partners during the game. This episode also features over 10 minutes of signal school where we break down Ryan’s table reporting to add more strength and confidence. https://youtu.be/IDTx5eEFHvw

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𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗻, is a former 2-sport college athlete at Quincy University lettering in basketball & baseball. This talented righty was a standout pitcher who was drafted by the Houston Astros in the mid-2000s but his career was cut short due to injury. Following his minor league experience, he found a new passion for officiating and has been refereeing basketball for the past 10 years. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴, we talk about how the Crown Refs IPR provides instant growth for officials, eliminating the sale, how more coaches should communicate, and how to reverse the dialogue. ⁣ ⁣ Thanks for listening to the audio experience for basketball officials. ⁣ ⁣ 📺 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 ⁣ https://youtu.be/hkO59Ub3A2M

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A new feature to our signature series of guests is a wrap-up show highlighting the notable content and key points from the previous episode. In this pod, our host John Mattison breaks down the 𝘛𝘺𝘭𝘦𝘳 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘥 podcast sharing his biggest takeaways and teaching points from his perspective. ⁣ ⁣ We hope this episode helps to bring a new outlook and amplify the learning of the Tyler Ford content. ⁣ Enjoy!

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In episode 132 we present you with another podcast from our 𝙎𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙨 featuring 6-year NBA Official 𝙏𝙮𝙡𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙙. As we continue to provide you with a content library to help elevate your game, 𝙏𝙮𝙡𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙙 becomes the latest to graciously add more pillars of 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱 into the 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 ecosystem. ⁣ ⁣ We sat with him for 80 minutes as he shared his beliefs on what makes an official 𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲 and listed some of the biggest differences between a good & 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧. ⁣ ⁣ Other topics include the 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, how to block out 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲, and also documents his experience living and working for over 70 days inside the 𝗡𝗕𝗔 𝗯𝘂𝗯𝗯𝗹𝗲. 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵⁣ https://youtu.be/9i5miAiJ29U

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𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙗𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙧𝙠 grew up 30 minutes north of Indianapolis in “basketball-crazy” Carmel, IN. From early on he always has been intrigued by officiating at all levels and pursued that passion in 2018, entering the game as a humble & hungry rookie looking to improve in all ways possible. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 3 years he’s been working high school basketball in the Hoosier state looking to get to the next level and make the jumps from JV to Varsity and up through the COLLEGE ranks. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗯𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 supporter of the Crown Refs podcasts, articles, and Social media content often listening to episodes before a game to prepare and stay sharp. He recently dove in deeper with the Crown Refs (IPR) Film Review Service as a way to amplify his growth and accelerate his skill set as an official. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴 we discuss when the best time is to initiate a conversation with a coach, how to avoid unnecessary dialogue and we perform over 10 minutes of 𝘚𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭 to improve our presentation at the spot & table. To watch https://youtu.be/zv0ZfeWTPqA

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In Rules Talk Episode Four, we cover a few common and a few uncommon scenarios that involve the Alternating Possession Arrow. By the end of the episode, you’re guaranteed to be an AP expert.

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⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 | 𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟬⁣ This episode features over 3 hours of our best content from 2020. Special thanks to all of the officials who contributed and made this possible:⁣ Nicole Robinson, Brenda and Tim Hilton, Jerry B. Jenkins⁣, Alex Bromley, Diana DePaul, Jack O'Brien⁣, Scott Hamby⁣, Brian Hansen⁣, Lance fuller jr⁣, Jason Hayes⁣, Brady stiff⁣, Pedro Rodrigues jr, Ryan Wietchy, Mark Wunderlich⁣, Josh Boultbee, Suzanne Tiriano⁣, Kevin baker⁣, Denise and Tyler McCabe⁣, Jordan Kleinjan⁣, Matt Gonzales⁣, Marshall Peone⁣, DeLvEcChIo Rudd⁣, Marc Davis⁣, Al Battista⁣, Raphael Benitez, Dan Hughes, Dillon Berner⁣, Roger Ayers, Zack Murphy, Andrew Marotta⁣, John Mattison, Daren Drake⁣, Crystal hogan⁣, Luke Bettencourt⁣, Aaron Arnold, Emily Gluch, Adam Bergman, Chad Beswick⁣, Ian Hess⁣, Ashley Birch, Martin Birch jr⁣

𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲⁣

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𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗝𝗿, are brother and sister officials from Kansas City, Ks. They grew up in an officiating family with their Uncle, Father, and even their Mother umpiring baseball games together. These early experiences not only brought the family closer together but also provided a solid foundation for their officiating careers to one day flourish. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 for 5 years and is currently working HS, JUCO, NAIA games while Martin just started his 8th season in stripes working Varsity games and was just recently hired into the (KSAC) of the NAIA. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 we discuss their family officiating story, overcoming your fears on the court, and not allowing comments or opinions to sway your judgment.⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗧𝘂𝗯𝗲 ⁣ https://youtu.be/ql_FfcCX35Y

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In Episode 3 of Rules Talk, we cover the five correctable errors, the timeframe in which errors can be corrected, and apply our knowledge to specific game scenarios to help bring life to the correctable error rule.

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𝗜𝗻 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝙍𝙚𝙛 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙥 we deep dive into some recent responses and interactions with coaches. This content is designed to increase the amount of items in your toolbox and supply you with more verbal firepower to manage the difficult questions and comments that coaches present. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀:⁣ 𝟭. When a referee gets a technical foul ⁣ 𝟮. Finding the balance between addressing and ignoring⁣ 𝟯. The best time to insert yourself in the conversation⁣ 𝟰. When a conversation goes left, how to make things⁣ 𝟱. Commanding respect instead of demanding it. ⁣ 𝟲. How to respectfully lower someone's volume⁣ 𝟳. The importance of grabbing their attention before delivering the message⁣ 𝟴. The 5 pillars of officiating⁣ 𝟵. How to develop more feel for the game⁣ 𝟭𝟬. Fitness tips for the pandemic 🎥 To Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/mYwvcBEOgnc

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𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗖𝗖 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 Andrew Marotta is making a big difference in his school community as a High School Principal and leader. His podcast, 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 & 𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 offers game-changing advice for seasoned and inspiring school administrators. I had the opportunity to appear on his podcast to discuss teaching, keeping a positive perspective, and some tips to help develop a growth mindset. ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 ⁣ https://youtu.be/k-GjVZbk9kE

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𝗜𝗻 𝙍𝙪𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙏𝙖𝙡𝙠 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟮, we cover the 23 most misunderstood rules about high school basketball according to the NFHS. Some of these scenarios may occur in every game, while others may rarely unfold. At the end of the episode, Zack’s two favorite misconceptions from the list are discussed.⁣

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𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽, we discuss how to stay motivated during a long day of weekend games, we also list some effective pre-game tips and the early difficulties of transitioning back and forth from 2 to 3 person mechanics. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵 on the importance of always maintaining a healthy perspective regardless if we’re in a pandemic or not.⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 on 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘛𝘶𝘣𝘦⁣ https://youtu.be/vpFmryKXxgk

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⁣𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀, we had the pleasure to work with 10-year official Ian Hess of Kaysville, UT. We did a full game breakdown and touched on several important topics in our follow up call. We hope you find a lot of value in this episode and please share with a fellow official.⁣ ⁣ 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱:⁣ •𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘴 ⁣ •𝘙𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴⁣ •𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘕𝘊𝘈𝘈 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘴⁣ •𝘜𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 ”𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦” 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘯 𝘯𝘰𝘯-𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵⁣ •𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘢 𝘉𝘢𝘴𝘬𝘦𝘵 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘰𝘤𝘤𝘶𝘳⁣ •𝘚𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘧 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴 ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 and hope you and you're family are doing well through this time.⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 on YouTube⁣

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𝗥𝗲𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽, is a content series discussing notable plays and scenarios from recent games and how we can handle each situation most effectively. We analyze the thought process behind the decision making and answer some of the more commonly asked referee questions. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟭, we discuss how to respond when a coach questions your partners call and what not to say to a coach. At the end of this 1-1 coaching session, we conduct a ”signals practice” to improve our sharpness when reporting at the table.⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 on YouTube⁣ https://youtu.be/Qayl8hCet0k

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𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, we run through 9 enhancements that will help you add strength and sharpness when presenting your signals. Some examples include the hit, hold, charge, travel, 3pt, score the goal, and more.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 was created from the “video feedback” section of our IPR report (Film Review Service.) It was designed specifically for 1 referee but we wanted to share it with you so it can also bring you value. Hopefully, you can add a few things to your game. As always, take what you like and disregard what you don't.⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 ⁣ https://youtu.be/gqJt4_1V17E⁣

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𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘆 about the 2021 season we recommend taking any possible games that might be available to you in your area. We don't know how much longer they will be at hand so get your reps in while you can. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 is from a long weekend of officiating games @InSports in Trumbell, CT. I had the opportunity to work with one of my favorite officials and fellow Crown Refs original Javed Trotman. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 some shot/game clock triggers, we discussed numerous technical foul situations and also concluded that when a coach gets generic, that’s our opportunity to play offense and get specific.

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𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 is from Spooky Nook Sports back in July of 2019 at a college tryout camp. Our guest, Chad Beswick, is a Division 1 official from the DC metro area who was assigned to observe at his first camp. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, we discuss the biggest difficulties between officiating D2 and D1, how everyone’s career path varies, and what it’s like sitting on the sidelines and observing for 10 games.⁣ ⁣ 📰 𝗧𝗼 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 up for our free newsletter text ”servethegame” to 22828

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𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 is a recently published article on 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺 featuring fellow basketball official, sportswriter, and avid Crown Refs listener Adam Bergman. ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 from the 2019-20 basketball season involving a player who he gave a technical foul too that would later end up doing yard work at Adams home during the pandemic. ⁣ ⁣ 📰 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for our free newsletter by texting ⁣ ”servethegame” to 22828

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𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀, we had the pleasure to work with Emily Gluch, who already has 5 years officiating experience and she's only a senior in college! ⁣ ⁣ 𝗢𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 we discussed slowing down the tempo of our game which includes the amount of time we allow ourselves to process a play, whistle cadence, rotations, signals, communication etc. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 the right way to ask your partner for help, how to present your fouls with more pop and staying mechanically thorough. We also noted to avoid calling through the paint in the lead position when the ball is on the weak side.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 to Emly Gluch for her continued belief and support in the Crown Refs grassroots program and IPR service.⁣ ⁣

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𝗘𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗚𝗹𝘂𝗰𝗵 is a 5-year official from Weiser, ID who was recently hired into the NWAC, NAIA, and division 3 in the Pacific northwest. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, we discuss the transition from officiating high school to college and some of the proper adjustments to make. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 with some questions about scheduling, partners, pre-game, uniforms, verbal judo, and more. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗮 🔥 𝗤 & 𝗔 of some common themes that we hope can bring you a lot of value. ⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵⁣ https://youtu.be/pRfFQ7eEp7o

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Rules Talk is the latest content series coming to Crown Refs. In Rules Talk, we plan on taking a rules-based deep dive into common and uncommon game scenarios to help you improve your rules knowledge and serve the game more effectively.

In Rules Talk Episode One, we discuss legal guarding position, the block/charge play, and dismantle one of its biggest misconceptions.

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𝗜𝗻 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 5 of 𝘋𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘉𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘵 from the 𝘉𝘶𝘣𝘣𝘭𝘦, we highlight official Sean Wright once again, as he calls a foul on Derrick Jones Jr. making illegal contact while running through a screen.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 podcast details Sean’s expertise and poise in making a bang-bang play look so easy, as he quickly deciphers the illegal contact and makes the correct call.⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 the play, as well as give you the exact section of the rulebook you can find this away from-the-play foul.⁣ ⁣ 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝘆, we break down Sean’s score table communication, where we should be positioned during inbound plays, and how we can avoid throwing our fellow crew members under the bus when a coach is questioning us about someone else’s call.⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 5 - 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗯𝗯𝗹𝗲 ⁣ 📰 To Read ⁣ https://crownrefs.com/daily-burst-from-the-bubble-volume-5/⁣ ⁣ 🎥To Watch ⁣ https://youtu.be/AXF3yd7VQ98

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𝗜𝗻 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝟰 of 𝘋𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘉𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘵 from the 𝘉𝘶𝘣𝘣𝘭𝘦, we highlight official Sean Wright, as he calls a flagrant foul on Marcus Smart.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 on the whole concept of ensuring defenders give offensive players enough room to land, specifically on jump shots.⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 the play, as well as some history behind the call and how it originated -⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 plays like this and how they bring us back to the “Zaza Rule” or the “Kawhi Rule.”⁣ ⁣ 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝘆, we talk about how to improve your positioning and how to avoid being “stacked.”⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝟰 - 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗯𝗯𝗹𝗲!⁣ This podcast is also available in written and video form. Log on to crownrefs.com or click YouTube link https://youtu.be/4ZjmKDijsfU ⁣

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𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 we had the absolute pleasure to work with Aaron Arnold, a 5-year official from Huntington, WV. Aaron is currently working on the Division 2 Women’s side with the goal of moving up to the Division 1 level. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 we speak about the importance of having a sharp presentation as a way to improve our believability as well as trusting our partners by showing patience, not guessing and having cadence whistles. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 situations discussed where: ⁣ -Hand checks (illegal contact or game Interruptors) -staying engaged with the shooter the entire play (up, down, rebound)⁣ -How to improve your clock awareness. ⁣ ⁣ 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘶𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘛𝘶𝘣𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘭 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘴𝘛𝘝. ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 ⁣ https://youtu.be/GNelktYCG0w

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𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 of Daily Burst from the Bubble, we highlight Game 1 of the 2020 Western Conference Semifinals, featuring the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets.⁣ ⁣ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀 with James Harden crossing over and driving to score from the top of the key. After going into his shot motion and releasing the ball, Anthony Davis slides in to take a charge.⁣ ⁣ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹, 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝘁𝘇𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗱 is in his 11th season in the NBA and has officiated 635 regular-season games, 32 playoff games, and one Finals game. ⁣ ⁣ You can find the full article on 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 on YouTube⁣ https://youtu.be/muQINPwiBUQ⁣

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𝗟𝘂𝗸𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 NCAA-Women’s official who received a scholarship to his first camp in 2018, which has been one of the inspirations behind his desire to start an Officiating Scholarship for Women. He aspires to help send ambitious female officials to the referee camp or tryout of their choice. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗛𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 for episode 109 to give us more details on his Officiating Scholarship for Women. “I noticed that the proportion of women officials to men officials is low, and I'm hoping this scholarship will encourage women to pursue the career further.⁣”⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 who are either officiating basketball at the high school level or in their first three years at the NCAA level. The winner(s) will be awarded funds for one 2021 Camp fee (can be used toward an instructional or recruitment camp)⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 to create more scholarship opportunities, please email Luke at 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽@𝗴𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟭⁣ ⁣

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𝗜𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟴, 𝗖𝗿𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗼𝗴𝗮𝗻 made history by becoming the only female to officiate Division 1 Men’s College Basketball. Her prior experience includes 9 seasons on the Division 1 Women’s side from 2009-2018 and 3 years in the NBA G-League from 2012-2015. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 in her previous 2 stops along the way proved to be the perfect platform to help catapult her career to new heights.⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 about her relationship with basketball, from her playing days at Long Beach State, to her ascend up the college ladder. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗿𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 some of her most valuable experience refereeing NBA players in LA’s famous Drew League and recalls a memorable story from Kobe Bryant’s time there.⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵⁣ https://youtu.be/IPuQRUO85R4

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𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 of Daily Burst from the Bubble, we highlight Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, featuring the Toronto Raptors and Boston Celtics.⁣ ⁣ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 begins with Pascal Siakam driving to score and getting stripped by Marcus Smart.⁣ ⁣ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 in Volume 2 – Zach Zarba. Zach is the lead official in our burst video clip.⁣ ⁣ 𝗭𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗭𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗮 has officiated over 1,000 regular-season games in 16 seasons as an NBA official. He has also officiated 92 playoff games, including seven Finals games. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗕𝗔, as was with the first volume’s featured referee, Zarba officiated in the NBA G-League for two years and spent two years reffing in the International Basketball League. ⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 this episode on YouTube ⁣ https://youtu.be/1Y1ZVLsH1oI

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𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 for 15 seasons including the last 2 years at the Division 1 level. He is a certified Mental skills coach who recently started sharing his expertise and knowledge through his platform, WIN Mental Performance, which is a service that helps you achieve an elite mindset. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 of discussion include: •How to control your nervousness⁣ •How Darren was able to find his “unlock” ⁣ •How he’s benefited on/off the court ⁣ •The misconceptions of mental skills training ⁣ •Mentors who inspired him. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 in officiating we must first master our own thoughts, feelings, and understanding of how to process what the world throws at us. We may not be in control externally, but we are in full control of what happens internally.⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 can give you some insights on how to improve your perspective and mental approach to life and in basketball. ⁣ ⁣ 🎥𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵⁣ ⁣ https://youtu.be/XLhVm_fHcGo⁣ ⁣ 📑𝗧𝗼 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for our free newsletter text “Servethegame” to 22828

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙥𝙚𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 is dedicated to supporting officials and improving the sportsmanship of all sports in America. Their content presents and discusses the world of officiating, current events, and issues officials and sports constituencies face every day. Tune in weekly to hear compelling guests from across the sports world!! This show is hosted by Keith Myers and Brenda Hilton.⁣ ⁣ 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀 include NFL rules analyst Dean Blandino, NCAA Women’s Coordinator of Officiating Consortium Patty Broderick, and fellow referee/podcaster and host of the Referee Rant, Ralph ”the Ref” Fornoles.⁣ ⁣ 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 to have partnered with Officially Human on this mission to improve the culture of officiating for the better of the game.

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𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, we cover the excellent work by our featured official, Kevin Scott in our Daily Burst from the Bubble - Volume 1.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 takes us through what we need to look for in determining a block vs charge call and how to stay calm and professional when players don’t agree with your call.⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 and check out how we can learn from one of the game’s best referees, Kevin Scott when it comes to executing proper mechanics and improving your decision making on bang-bang plays.⁣ ⁣ 🚨𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝘼𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙩🚨 ⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄, we remain dedicated to bringing the most value to basketball officials through our free content. In an effort to produce even more volume, we’re excited to add another creator to our content team. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳s new Beat Writer 𝘑𝘰𝘩𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘯. John, is a 5th-year official from Minneapolis, MN with a Communications and Sportswriting background who is eager to add another dimension to our platform.⁣ ⁣ 𝗛𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿 of the Daily Burst series and he is making his video debut here on episode 104 of the Crown Refs Podcast.⁣ ⁣ 🎥 𝗧𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 the episode⁣ https://youtu.be/2Q0FAKWzSdU⁣ ⁣ 📩 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for our free newsletter by texting ”servethegame” to 22828⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆!⁣ ⁣

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𝘼𝙣𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙬 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙖 is an energetic and enthusiastic school leader who has put his positive imprint on his beloved school, Port Jervis HS, in Port Jervis, NY. With the release of his first book, THE PRINCIPAL: Surviving & Thriving. 125 Points of Wisdom, Practical Tips, and Relatable Stories for all School Principals, Andrew is looking to expand his impact on others. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗛𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱, Father, Principal, Former 15-year Division One College Basketball Official, Professional Speaker & Developer, podcaster, blogger, and now an author. ⁣ ⁣ 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴:⁣ • His career in college basketball and working in the ACC⁣ • We listed the many mentors who helped him along the way⁣ • Told a Roger Ayers story from a 2008 conference playoff game⁣ • Tips, Tricks, and strategies from his book⁣ • What he learned most from officiating and how it applies to being a Principal⁣ • The biggest challenges he faced during his NCAA years⁣ ⁣ 𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝘪𝘯 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘈𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘸’𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 ”𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘭: 𝘚𝘶𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 & 𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨” 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘸𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘢.𝘤𝘰𝘮⁣ ⁣ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼⁣ https://youtu.be/z6VHBZ0_LDk⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆!⁣ ⁣#servethegame

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In this edition of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴, we had the opportunity to work with Zack Murphy from Savannah, TN. Zack is a 21-year old senior at Mississippi State University majoring in Biomedical Engineering. He started officiating as a freshman in college and this upcoming season will his fourth season officiating high school basketball. His goal is to become a Division 1 men’s official. ⁣ ⁣ We had a lot of teachable moments throughout the session as we discussed having whistle discipline to avoid game Interrupters, practical tips to better manage coaches, and how secondary whistles should sound different than our primary cadence. We think you're going to find a lot of value in this podcast as it's the longest Game Notes episode to date (76 mins).⁣ ⁣ 🎥 To watch https://youtu.be/GVtvUZgIPdI ⁣ 📩 To sign up for our free newsletter text ”servethegame” to 22828

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In this edition of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴, 23-year Division 1 official 𝘙𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘈𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴 brings us 5 ACC/SEC plays from previous seasons. The plays features a 𝘑𝘰𝘩𝘯 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘪 technical foul, a 𝘙𝘰𝘺 𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘮𝘴 encounter and a last second foul in a conference matchup between 𝘝𝘪𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘢 and 𝘗𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘴𝘣𝘶𝘳𝘨𝘩. We also discussed some good dead ball officiating tips for when multiple players go down to the floor. ⁣ ⁣ Game Notes is the show for basketball officials and we recommend that you watch it on YouTube for the visual instruction. ⁣ ⁣ You can watch it here https://youtu.be/dogSnTjNYtA

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In 𝘦𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦 𝟷𝟶𝟶, it makes perfect sense to bring you over 𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀, insights and best practices from Final Four Official 𝙍𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝘼𝙮𝙚𝙧𝙨. This podcast focuses on improving our communication skills with coaches, players and fellow officials. ⁣ ⁣ We covered numerous situations where you can insert a specific 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 to better manage the game at that 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. Special thanks to 𝘙𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘈𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴 for all of the wisdom and experience that he shared with us throughout this episode. ⁣ And Thank you for 100 episodes of The Crown Refs Podcast. This would not have been possible without your interest and continued support. Let's keep growing together.⁣ ⁣ 📺 To watch on YouTube click below⁣ https://youtu.be/xo9jqKozeaI

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In this edition of 𝙂𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙉𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙨 we had the pleasure to work with 𝘿𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙣 𝘽𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙧 who just finished his 4th season officiating and is currently a Division 2 Women’s Basketball in Colorado. ⁣Dillon has a certified professional appearance to him and showed a lot of command and composure throughout the game. We feel that he is well on his way to one day becoming a Division 1 official. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we broke down over 13 plays and here are some of the key takeaways and themes from our session:⁣ ⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟭. Rotating in the Lead⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟮. Illegal Screen or Push through?⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟯. Go away Stay away⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟰. Rotate without Running⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟱. Composure is our norm⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟲. PC Foul or No-Call?⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟳. One hand at a time⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟴. Lock in Secondary Defenders⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟵. Cadence Whistle from Secondary⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟭𝟬. Layered plays need more patience⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟭𝟭. Don’t be in a rush to rotate⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟭𝟮. The Awkward and the Ugly⁣ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 #𝟭𝟯. Always handle business first ⁣ ⁣ Episode 99 is available in to watch on YouTube here https://youtu.be/Kb7OhbMsfTA #servethegame

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Crown Refs All: Access is a 3-part referee mini-series on YouTube, and an in depth look at the passion that we have at Crown Refs for giving back to the game and developing others. We hope you find value you in this episode which is designed to help you add new pieces to your tool belt.

Thank you to all of the officials, players and coaches that were featured in this content. To watch click here https://youtu.be/FBtGfplo5Yc

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𝘿𝙖𝙣 𝙃𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨, is the 3rd winningest coach in WNBA history and currently in his 3rd season coaching the 𝘚𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘮. Coach Hughes is a 2018 WNBA champion, 2-time WNBA coach of the year and a 2019 cancer survivor. ⁣ ⁣ In this episode, our goal was to bridge some of the communication gaps between 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 and 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 and work towards finding a positive common ground as dual participants of the game. ⁣ ⁣ 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙨. ⁣ 𝟭:𝟯𝟳 How to achieve success and longevity in your profession. ⁣ 𝟯:𝟰𝟮 How do you identify and great official? ⁣ 𝟴:𝟬𝟱 What do coaches like least about officials? ⁣ 𝟵:𝟰𝟱 How to tell when an official is nervous, weak or easily intimidated. ⁣ 𝟭𝟲:𝟬𝟱 How can officials be better communicators? 𝟮𝟬:𝟱𝟰 Complaining is counterproductive to winning. 𝟮𝟳:𝟱𝟮 A coach’s perspective on Technical Fouls. 𝟯𝟬:𝟭𝟴 How teams coach legal defense. ⁣ 𝟯𝟮:𝟮𝟲 How can coaches become better communicators? ⁣ 𝟯𝟲:𝟬𝟬 2-way respect. ⁣ 𝟰𝟮:𝟭𝟱 Bridging the Gap. ⁣ ⁣ 📺To watch on YouTube ⬇️⁣ https://youtu.be/1f_qIzqhUSo

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𝘈𝘈𝘜 basketball is back in the state of Florida which means there are officials working again. In this episode, we hear from one of the front-liners who has already worked multiple tournaments in facilities packed with fans. ⁣ ⁣ We welcome in 𝘙𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘢𝘦𝘭 𝘉𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘻 to give us some insights on what it was like getting back on the court post-quarantine. We talked about some new safety measures, his upcoming camp schedule, and the difficulties in transitioning from the 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘧𝘰𝘹 𝟺𝟶 to the electronic whistle. ⁣ ⁣ We wish you all a safe return back to the court, whenever your area or state allows. ⁣

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In this edition of 𝙂𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙉𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙨, we welcome back special guest 𝘈𝘭 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢 as we analyze 5 plays from an 𝘕𝘊𝘈𝘈 and 𝘍𝘐𝘉𝘈 game. We hope you find value in the discussions and can add a few 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 to your belt from this episode.⁣ ⁣ Here are the play types we that we broke down:⁣ 1) 𝘎𝘰𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨/𝘉.𝘐. ⁣ 2) 𝘊𝘳𝘢𝘴𝘩/𝘗𝘢𝘴𝘴 ⁣ 3) 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘴 ⁣ 4) 𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺/𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘦/𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘭 ⁣ 5) 𝘗𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘮. ⁣ ⁣ Special Thanks to 𝘈𝘭 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢 for his numerous contributions to the 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 and program. To watch those episode on YouTube clicks below. https://youtu.be/yCftV4vMMcU

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❓Here are 21 questions that you can ask yourself as you are breaking down your next game.

🚩Use these markers as a template to help you better self-evaluate your performance.

🎨Hopefully, this can inspire you to add more questions to your own list but more importantly increase your content knowledge and awareness as a true observer into the art of officiating.

1️⃣Do you wear out the pause and rewind buttons?

2️⃣Are you always finding your clocks?

3️⃣How do you referee plays to the basket and at the rim?

4️⃣Are you patient enough in Lead or are you REACTING to incidental contact?

5️⃣Are you in a dependable position or are you disconnected from the play?

6️⃣Are you sideline oriented in Trial and Center or are you too far out onto the court?

7️⃣Do you overrun plays in the Trail or do you stay centered on the ball line?

8️⃣Do you referee to the top of your eyes or does your vision lack a vertical jump?

9️⃣Are your rotations effective or is your timing and awareness off?

1️⃣0️⃣Are you sequencing plays or do you struggle to recognize our order and timeline of rulings?

1️⃣1️⃣Do you fight to get open angles or are you too stagnant?

1️⃣2️⃣Do you walk into stacks or are you able to adjust to avoid them?

1️⃣3️⃣Do you throw strikes in your secondary?

1️⃣4️⃣Do you have good whistle timing?

1️⃣5️⃣Do you show effort and urgency?

1️⃣6️⃣Do you recognize which defenders can hurt you the most?

1️⃣7️⃣Do you crack and cave under pressure?

1️⃣8️⃣Do you work every possession hard?

1️⃣9️⃣Do you have a feel for every game you work?

2️⃣0️⃣When you miss a call do you go in a box?

2️⃣1️⃣Are you improving with each performance on film?

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In this edition of Game Notes, we welcome in special guest and NBA referee Marc Davis. We broke down some plays from an NCAA game between Kansas vs Arizona State. We talked about a couple red flags for illegal screens and how slot side drives are the achilles heel of the 3 person system. He also touched on being in control of your angles and listed some criteria for block/charge plays in the lane. To watch this episode on YouTube click here https://youtu.be/VB4YYZjL9h4

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In this episode, we bring you 22-year NBA vet Marc Davis. Marc has officiated 132 playoff games including 12 Finals games in his exceptional career. We speak about instruction through tension and identifying your emotions under pressure. We also learn about Marc’s journey through officiating and the importance of establishing a solid foundation of mentors to guide you along the way. He mentions a couple of items from red flag list and some play-calling guidelines to implement when we return from this basketball blackout. to watch this episode on YouTube click below https://youtu.be/EwTpG1t84l4

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Is it possible that sometimes we over-communicate with coaches and it gets us in trouble? When does the constant conversations become too much? How often do you engage in small-talk? All of these questions answered. To watch this episode click below. https://youtu.be/MLg3Lg03Cvo

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In this edition of Game Notes we discuss perfecting the punch and how positioning impacts play-calling, We emphasized not reacting to contact and filtering it then deciding. One other interesting point that stood out was to not call a foul if you didn’t see the whole movie. The full episode is available on YouTube and Facebook in video format. Make sure you give it a look so you can see the plays that we are discussing. Thanks for listening. Click here to watch https://youtu.be/XZe7Djzs6E0

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On this edition of Game Notes with Matt Gonzales, we discuss 14 different plays from a girl's varsity game that he had earlier this season. Some topics we focused on was having that consistent situational awareness and always refereeing like a crew chief. We also spoke about anticipating where the play is going to always see the space between the offensive player and defender. This episode is available to watch on YouTube. Click here https://youtu.be/5sdA5pnZcmA

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We are excited to launch Game Notes as a visual podcast show on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook. On the show, we will post the plays from our discussions to provide you with the necessary visuals to fully comprehend and enjoy the conversations more. Each episode also features additional instructional content that is displayed throughout the show. We appreciate you listening to the podcast and we would LOVE if you watched it. This episode features Jordan Kleinjan from Bismark, ND. To watch click here https://youtu.be/2NggfqUU0-k

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This is another edition of game notes which is one of the sections of our Individual Performance report that we turned into a podcasts series. This episode we had the absolute pleasure to work with an officiating couple. Denise and Tyler McCabe a husband and wife from Elko, NV. We spoke about reducing choppiness and developing a more fluid presentation and when to come out of primary for a crew saver. I really hope everybody and they're families are safe and doing ok right now. Stay optimistic. Have a great weekend. Enjoy.

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In this edition of Game Notes, we had the pleasure to work with Kevin Baker, a 7th-year official from Klamath Falls, Oregon. We focused on the importance of being in a dependable position to referee each play and the necessary adjustments we have make as the play develops. We also mentioned the difficulties officials have when transitioning back and forth from 2-to-3 person mechanics. (FYI We are in the process of transitioning “Game Notes” into a visual podcast show. Stay tuned...

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In this edition of game notes, I got the opportunity to work with Suzanne Tiranno, an NCAA D2 official from Massachusetts with a boatload of potential and a hunger to improve. We spoke about the unpopular, late-game take foul with no play on the ball, which is usually by rule an intentional foul (F1.) We touched on our natural hesitancy to upgrade this foul and also talked about treating your primary like your backyard. Suzanne also elaborated on the benefits of the IPR service and why it provides more contextual information then a camp could based on the one on one value it provides. We hope you enjoy this episode and be sure to hit us up with any questions or feedback.

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In this edition of Game Notes, we sit down with Josh Boultbee, a 10th-year official from Lancaster, PA. We had a great conversation about getting better and staying sharp through this basketball blackout. We discussed not bringing emotion from a previous play into the current one, when a coach requests an early timeout and recognizing when plays present options. This episode is also available to watch on YouTube. Click link below https://youtu.be/ADl1pwKrQBQ

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Episode 83 features former 21-year NBA official Mark Wunderlich. Mark officiated 1200 regular-season games from 1990-2011 including 88 playoffs most notably the 2008 & 2009 NBA finals and the 2008 NBA all-star game. On this podcast, we focus on the importance of habits and mechanics, primary and secondary coverage responsibilities, some tips for watching film and the 2 most common mistakes officials make. Be sure to hit us up with any questions or feedback and we hope you can add a couple of things to your game. This episode is also available to watch on YouTube. Click link below. https://youtu.be/ue51vcDTo68

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Thanks for listening to the Crown Refs Podcast. We hope everyone and there families are safe and sound during this health crisis and time of uncertainty. This episode is from an IPR (Individual Performance Report) with an emerging 25-year old Official from the Motor City. We think your going to really enjoy these next 30 mins of consistent 🔥🔥. We spoke about eliminating the generic referee run, being ready to take advantage of step-up moments in the game and how to properly execute a late whistle when needed. All that and always much more on episode #82 outro beat by https://youtu.be/H1lk1wJ7pE0 🙏❤️ If you have time please let us know what you thought of this podcast. Crownrefs@gmail.com

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In this Game Notes podcast, we had the pleasure to work with Pedro Rodrigues Jr, from Fitchburg, MA. Pedro just finished his 8th-season as an official and he is looking to hit the camp scene hard this summer and get picked up in a collegiate conference. One of our main points of emphasis was the idea of being able to “take a punch” and have the type of “tough chin” to not bite on incidental contact. Another topic we discussed was the fact that Pedro is utilizing the IPR service as a lead up and a great way to get ready for camp season. We hope you enjoy and hit us up with any questions or comments. For more information on our Individual Performance Report email us crownrefs@gmail.com or click here https://link.medium.com/8BeNaJhGv4

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In this IPR follow-up, we got a chance to work with Brady Stiff from Illinois. Brady began officiating back in college while attending Indiana University in the mid-2000s. Since then, he's continued to work hard at moving up the officiating ladder both on the girl's and boys' sides. In this podcast, we talk about slowing down everything from your processing time to your signaling and everything else in between. We discussed a layered play that featured an F1 & coaches warning and also touched on extending our coverage in a 2-person game. For more information on our Individual Performance Report email us crownrefs@gmail.com or click here https://link.medium.com/8BeNaJhGv4

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Jason Hays, is an extremely dedicated basketball official from Washington, MO. He recently chose our IPR service as way to enhance his skill set and this is our follow-up conversation from his game. We discuss not over-rotating in the lead position, block/charge plays with a double whistle and avoiding cheap and ones. We hope you get a ton of value out of these game notes, as always feel free to reach out with any questions. For more information on our Individual Performance Report email us crownrefs@gmail.com or click here https://link.medium.com/8BeNaJhGv4

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Lance Fuller Jr, is a 6-year official from El dorado, Kansas. This is Lance’s IPR follow-up where we discuss being the authority for the game, increasing your pain tolerance, keeping things simple and much more. We hope you get a ton of value out of these game notes, as always feel free to reach out with any questions. For more information on our Individual Performance Report email us crownrefs@gmail.com or click here https://link.medium.com/8BeNaJhGv4

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Brian Hansen, is a 16-year official from Minneapolis, MN who is very passionate about improving at his craft. He recently chose the Crown Refs IPR service to accelerate his growth as an official. After Brian received his report he re-watched his film with the game notes section as a guide and then we conducted a follow-up call to further analyze the takeaways from his game. In this podcast, we discuss dead-ball officiating, being more patient in the lead, and how to impress a college assignor. We hope you get a ton of value out of these new episodes. As always feel free to reach out with any questions or feedback. #Serve the game For more information on our Individual Performance Report email us crownrefs@gmail.com

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Game notes are part of Crown Refs IPR service that's designed to provide officials with high-quality instructional feedback of their film. In this section we do a full game break down with time-stamped plays that are loaded with insightful comments and questions. Once the report is complete, we follow up with that official over the phone to have a discussion and further analyze the plays. This episode features Scott Hamby, a 6-year official from Waco, Texas. Hope you enjoy. For more information on our IPR service click here. https://link.medium.com/sN8q0Ue1l4 or email us crownrefs@gmail.com

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Crown Refs is excited to launch our new film review service called the IPR. The Individual•Performance•Report provides basketball officials with high-quality instructional feedback on their game film. Send us a copy of your game and we’ll produce a comprehensive review of insights and tips to help you develop your skillset as an official. This audio is the follow-up call from IPR #3 featuring Jack O’brien. If you are interested in working with Crown Refs to enhance your officiating skills email us for more details. crownrefs@gmail.com or click here https://link.medium.com/K9apMO4Ee4 #servethegame

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Diana Depaul has been working as referee scout in the NBA for the past 2 years. She is a former 20-year Division 1 official who has also worked the NCAA tournament, the NBA’s D-League, and the World University Games. She joins us on the podcast to discuss her path to the NBA, the qualities of a great official, and creating your own pathway to achieve your goals.

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Verbal Judo Institute has equipped over a million individuals with the necessary skills to redirect behavior and generate voluntary compliance. They believe in “Staying calm in the midst of conflict, deflecting verbal abuse, and offering empathy in the face of antagonism.” Alex Bromley is an 8-year law enforcement officer who partnered with the Verbal Judo Institute in 2018 and is now a National Instructor. He joins the podcast to share some of Verbal Judo’s tactical communication methods and how they can be applied for basketball officials. We know you will find a ton of value in this audio that can be directly implemented in your game. (Music produced by Riddick X-Motivate)

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The essence of Verbal Judo is best defined as a gentle yet powerful way of persuasion that helps us to avoid, resolve and manage resistance by using presence and words. Jerry B. Jenkins, has 21 New York Times best selling books and is the writer of Verbal Judo. He joins the Crown Refs Podcast to discuss how this communication system best applies to the craft of officiating. Time stamps. :35 what is verbal judo? 2:00 George j. Thompson 4:15 how to take crap with grace 5:37 what not to say 8:00 how to show empathy 9:00 absorbing criticism 9:30 criticism is an opportunity 11:08 generating and automatic response 12:31 ego 16:58 the best way to interupt 18:09 controlling the situation

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Brenda and Tim Hilton have taken on the initiative of improving the treatment of all referees. Officially Human was founded to restore respect to, and positive treatment of, sports officials through increased education and communication to all stakeholders (administrators, coaches, and fans) while recruiting and retaining new officials at all levels. Their mission is to improve the culture of officiating. Some of their core values are to promote sportsmanship, fairness and to develop solution based ideas for the issues officials face today. Officiallyhuman.com

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Officially Human was founded to restore respect to, and positive treatment of, sports officials through increased education and communication to all stakeholders (administrators, coaches, and fans) while recruiting and retaining new officials at all levels. Their mission is to improve the culture of officiating. Some of their core values are to promote sportsmanship, fairness and to develop solution based ideas for the issues officials face today. Officiallyhuman.com

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Live From: House of Sports returns with volume 4 featuring Nicole Robinson. Thanks for listening to the audio experience for basketball officials. In this episode, Nicole explains how growing up the daughter of a referee helped spark her officiating career. Plus, we discuss signal preferences and some situations from our 3 games together. This was the first time Nicole and I had ever worked together. We hope you enjoy the episode. Here are 18 ways to help you run and #servethegame https://link.medium.com/zjN1C5AuZ2 click here to watch Crown Refs: All: Access episode #2 https://youtu.be/isqEGDrBa6k

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Thank you for listening to the Crown Refs Podcast. We appreciate your continued support. We think you’re going to love this episode because it’s a mash-up of some of the best content of the year. #68 features Joey Crawford, Scott Foster, Al Battista, Stacey Thomas, Reggie Greenwood, Derrick Stafford, Ed T. Rush and Ronnie Nunn. On behalf of Crown Refs we wish you a happy and healthy new year.

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Stacey Thomas had a legendary college career at Michigan and was selected 23rd overall in the 2000 WNBA draft. She went on to play 6 seasons in the league and won a championship in 2003 with the Detroit Shock. Since retiring from basketball, she's built a 12-year career as an official. She currently officiates at the division 2 level and her goal is set on reaching D1. To support his podcast click here. https://anchor.fm/crown-refs

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NBA scout Al Battista returns to the podcast to give us sequencing and guidelines. He broke down some play types ranging from jump shots, rebounds, push offs, blocked shots, clamps, flops, game management and much more. He also emphasized the fact that more officials need to stand up for themselves and respond to the disrespectful behavior that coaches often demonstrate. We hope you enjoy and hit us up on social with feedback. Have a great season!

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Christian Watson, 31, is the Bo Jackson of referees. He currently works at the division one level in football, baseball and basketball. He is the youngest D1 crew chief in America and is the son of a former 2-sport official. We discuss what it took for him to ascend up the ladder, the skills that transfer over to any sport, his future goals and much more. #servethegame

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Luís Ferreira, is a 20-year old regional referee from Belo Horizonte, Brazil. He’s been officiating since 2018 and reached out to me with a couple of game management questions. We spoke about running the game, when to give a warning vs technical foul, and turning fear into strength. Outro music: “Canaria” by CERTIBEATS.

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In this podcast I sit down with a local high school coach to discuss ways to improve his communication with officials. We talked about technical fouls, unsportsmanlike conduct and ways that we can make the relationship better for officials and coaches. We want to bridge the gap between coaches, refs, players and fans to make the game we all love even better.

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On episode 62 of the Crown Refs Podcast, Trevor Houle joined me to talk about the need to recruit officials. We dive into recruitment techniques for officials under 30 years old and how to overcome obstacles that prevent people from joining the ranks/officials leaving the profession. Also discussed was retention of current officials and overcoming the statistic that 70% of all sports officials quit after 3 years (NASO 2019). Time stamps. 1:45 The shortage of officials 5:18 Abuse 13:58 an investment in yourself 15:15 The good, the bad & the ugly 20:10 Stay patient 26:50 We need to be humanized 30:50 Find a mentor (crown refs) 33:28 Study groups 35:00 Utilize technology 39:00 Comission vs Omission 40:40 Controlling fan and coach behavior 44:00 Change is coming 46:04 Empathy

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Ed T. Rush officiated 33 NBA finals games and then went on to build a premier training platform for basketball officials to accelerate their growth. His former student, Rob Rorke was able to develop through the court club system to rise up and become an NCAA-M Division 1 official. In this podcast, we speak about the mistake recovery strategy, breathing techniques under duress and the mentorship program that court club provides. Time stamps. 1:50 strong foundations 5:31 mental game series 10:02 the value of COURT CLUB 14:00 JD Collins breathing tips 18:14 mistake recovery strategy 22:06 Tyler ford’s development 25:49 court club content 29:25 confidence conditioning statements 35:40 the passion to teach 46:00 your growth before mine

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On Sunday, November 10th, 2019 I had the opportunity to present Crown Refs to my local IAABO Board 52. I spoke about my passion to make a lasting, positive impact on the officiating world and why they should listen to the podcast before and after games. If you have any questions throughout the year feel free to contact me. My phone number: 914-206-2397. Thanks -Paul Diasparra

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In order to raise awareness surrounding the new flopping rule I decided to write a letter to the floppers. Hopefully, players and referees can enjoy this light-hearted piece together in the spirit of good fun. #dontflop

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This podcast is a mashup of a couple of different nights at the house of sports. We spoke about a number of technical foul situations, an ejection and a coach who claimed to be a referee. Special thanks to Mike Evans and Anthony Calise. Here are the time stamps. 1:21 When a coach claims to be a refere 2:52 The perfect toss 5:52 Ending the game with a Tech 8:25 Be unaffected by negativity 8:50 Fumble dribble fumble 11:03 Grabbing an opponents jersey 13:35 The importance of refereeing with friends 14:20 That’s a foul 16:06 Your man is out of control 17:06 A state of the league address 19:15 Using your voice 21:21 HD signals

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Reggie Greenwood worked 19 straight big east tournaments from 1990-2009 and served as the supervisor of officials for the Ivy & Patriot leagues from 2009-2019. Take a look at the wide range of topics we spoke about here in the time stamps. 1:54 How supervisors select their staff 7:02 The old BIG EAST 10:32 Block/Charge plays 15:36 Bracing for impact 17:36 Legal guarding position 18:48 Primary or Secondary defender? 21:45 Work/Life balance 30:00 How to move up^ 32:16 Resetting your goals 37:16 Reggie’s camp 39:19 Coverage area 47:50 Post-Pause-Process 51:33 Start-Develop-Finish-Decide 57:32 Humble beginnings 1:03:17 2005 NCAA Final Four 1:07:51 Does the Coach have too much power?

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Ron Foxcroft is arguably the most successful referee entrepreneurs of all time. He recently received Canada’s highest honor. The Order of Canada honors people whose service shapes our society; whose innovations ignite our imaginations; and whose compassion unites our communities. Ron is the inventor of the Fox 40 Pealess Whistle. Which is now sold in 140 countries and is sanctioned by almost all major sports worldwide. He was named one of referee magazines 52 most influential persons in North American officiating history. Show notes. :27 Accomplishments 2:00 Fox 40 brand 5:58 The difference in sound 14:46 Humble beginnings 21:01 Gold Medal game 22:42 The first Canadian 40:42 Core skills 47:42 Ron's service to the NBA 52:00 Best advice 53:15 A family of officials 57:03 The impact of Crown Refs

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In this episode of ”Live from the House of Sports” we deep dive into the art of Verbap Judo. I go into detail and give an example of how to apply this communication style into your game. We also discuss how to improve your ”push” and ”stay here” signals and even provide you with some pre and post game nutrition ideas. Thanks to Matt Deschaine. Outro music by Silky Prince. #servethegame crownrefs.com/shop

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The House of Sports, located in Ardsley, New York, is Westchester County’s premier basketball facility. There is a current crop of young and hungry officials that are striving to get to the next level. One way to accelerate your growth is to work a high frequency of games and talk about as many of those plays as you can, both during and after the game. This setting is a perfect platform to document those encounters. I'm going to be recording the conversations with my partners during time outs, halftime and pre and post game. This will give you that live feel and a chance to hear our instant reactions to recent plays in that game. Featuring Anthony Calise. TIMESTAMPS: 2:05 Block/charge no call. 3:17 Cheap and 1’s. 5:26 Walled up signal. 7:00 When players show courtesy. 8:10 Asking for help. 10:20 Illegal or Incidental? 12:00 Reducing excess signals. 14:30 When defenders try selling us. 19:00 Crown’s impact on the younger generation of refs. 23:00 Technical foul. 25:55 2 or 3? 27:39 Rule difference. Song by Rapsody ”You should know” off Laila’s Wisdom.

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Here is the 2nd half of the Joey Crawford interview. (Track listing) :15 Ego is insecurity: 53 Get to the next 24. 2:00 Clock Awareness. 5:15 Double Whistles. 9:15 Our Percentages. 13:00 Favorite players. 17:49 Player/Ref relations. 22:06 Most Memarable Moments. 25:00 Favorite Launch 🚀. 27:00 The Infamous Block. 31:00 Red Flag List.

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The legendary Joey Crawford stops by The Crown Refs podcast to discuss his incredible 39-year career and so much more. Track Listing: 2:15 Humble beginnings.  8:05 Beneficial growing pains.  11:31  When film came along.  14:05  The fiery Ref.  16:10  Poise.  18:20  Serve the Game.  20:36  20 straight Finals.  22:45  Golden Era.  26:25  Just get the plays right.  29:09 Impact.  33:32  Longevity.  35:56  Difference makers.  37:54  College or Pro.    42:00 Responses.  45:00 A.I.  47:11  Issues with the crew. Be sure to check out the Crown Refs team store. Go to www.crownrefs.com/shop

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In this episode, we bring you a different perspective from basketball insider Jeff Goodman. Jeff, is a former ESPN commentator who currently works for the upstart sports news brand STADIUM. We talked about his belief that referees need to become more humanized in the media, his favorite coaches to cover, his thoughts on assigning, Charles Barkley and much more including several one-liners worth rewinding. 1:00 Who’s the most influential sports commentator? 4:15. What it took to move up in his field. 8:15 His trip to Lithuania with the Ball’s. 9:45 Why is there so much negative energy towards officials? 12:00 His thoughts on assigning. 14:15. Controversial calls. 15:45 Informing the media of rule changes. 16:45. NBA players act like children. 17:46 Coaches don’t ever... 19:30 People don’t treat refs with respect. 21:54 Coaches prefer communication over accuracy. 22:00. neattucks.com. 24:50 Refs are regular dudes. 35:04 Most interesting coach to cover?

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Bo Boroski recently officiated the 2019 NCAA final four. He’s worked a total of 12 NCAA tournaments and is also the creator of REFQUEST, a tremendous video sharing and collaborative platform for officials. Here is what we discussed. 1:43. What is like to work a final four. 6:40 James Breeding’s last second call. 7:30 Origin story. 9:00 Memorable March Moments. 11:52 Selling calls. 14:20 Inspirations. 19:18 How coordinators make roster decisions. 27:40 REFQUEST. 43:00 Positive community culture. 48:00 The idea. 52:00. How REFQUEST has impacted his ref career. 56:43. Clock management tips.

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We are honored to bring to you 25-year NBA Official Scott Foster. Scott has worked 18 NBA finals games, 176 playoff games and 1,413 regular season games. He gave us a lot of great information that you can immediately apply to your games including Scott Fosters 9 ways to SELF-TALK and 6 tips to improve your SIGNALS. Definitely pay attention to this podcast. Go check out the videos we posted from this podcast on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn or Twitter. (Track listing) 1:25 His journey from youth ref to the NBA. 8:21 The CBA days. 9:30 The transition from college to pro. 12:17 Mentors. 15:40 How to improve your signals. 20:00 When do we call out of our primary? 23:20 How he handled the scrutiny on twitter. 26:20 How to manage player behavior. 27:35 How he developed empathy for the coaches by becoming one. 29:15 9 ways to self-talk. 31:00 Chasing the game. 31:51. Hardest plays to ref. 33:30 How to develop a patient whistle. 36:20 Red flags. 38:04 Core strengths. 40:40 Work/Life balance. 41:55 Goals. (Bonus tracks) 44:18. Give coaches and players some credit. 45:32 How to respond to NBA superstars who constantly complain throughout the game. 46:52 ”Vintage” by OZSOUNDBEATS

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Sade Allen, is a driven 3rd-year official from Canton, GA. She recently attended her first college tryout and reached out to me through voice message with a couple of questions: What to do when a partner calls in our area? How to show that you’re engaged? How do we show chemistry as a crew? What technique can I use to slow myself down on the basketball court? Also, we deep dive into the crucial difference in mind set...are you a REACTOR or a responder? Thank you to Paul Melnyk of OZSOUNDBEATS for the beautiful outro. #servethegame

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Jeffrey Rutledge, is the creator of officiating born on YouTube. His channel features over 850 videos that has surpassed 1.4 million views, with 1,269 subscribers. We believe he has the largest database of basketball referee plays on the internet. His site is organized in categories ranging from block/charge plays to illegal screens and everything in between. He has created a amazing platform for officials to analyze more plays for educational purposes.

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This wildly entertaining podcast is a true story about a situation from a recent youth game. In this game, the fans were yelling insulting remarks at the officials. Your about to hear how the situation was handled. This podcast was scored by Josh Mirsky from MirkMusic.

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We are very blessed to welcome in a 2018 NBA finals referee Derrick Stafford. Derrick worked in the NBA for 30 seasons entering in 1988 and retiring in 2018. His resume includes: 13 NBA finals games, 180 playoff games and 1,727 regular season games. He also spent 7 seven years as a college official. We spoke about a lot of great subject matter including how he managed the egos of the NBA superstar players, his most challenging call as an official and he also discussed how Magic and Bird changes the game for everyone. I think you as a driven and determined basketball official will find a lot of value in this audio. #servethegame

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We recently had to eject a fan during a 4th grade AAU game for coming on the court and screaming at the officials. This is the story of how we handled the situation through the site director. We also discuss the rare disconcertion call and talk about Sutton Simon's Official Playlist video.

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The Player Postgame, is an exciting new podcast series where we will interview players after their games. The purpose of the interview is to provide education to the players and answer any questions, comments or concerns that they might have. Crown Refs is working diligently to help change the basketball culture and improve on the lack of sportsmanship towards officials. We will do this by educating the players, coaches and fans on the rules, how we interpret plays, effective ways to communicate and much more. We will accomplish this one individual at a time. Spencer Smith is a former Division 2 player at Post University and a serial men's league standout. He reflects on his performance from the game rule has a couple questions about rules.

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The Hoop Heads Podcast covers a wide range of basketball topics relevant to coaches, players, and parents. In this episode, the goal was to provide both perspectives on the best way to optimize the working relationship between a Coach and a Referee.

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Ronnie Nunn, was 14-year NBA official. He was also the former Director of Officials for the NBA and hosted ”Making the Call” on NBA TV. He stops by to share his knowledge of the craft, to talk about his nba career as an official and director, to discuss the Nunn better refs camp and much more.

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Ronnie Nunn, was 14-year NBA official. He was also the former Director of Officials for the NBA and hosted ”Making the Call” on NBA TV. He stops by to share his knowledge of the craft, to talk about his nba career as an official and director, to discuss the Nunn better refs camp and much more.

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The CROWN REFS Podcast is honored to welcome NBA officials, eastern regional Scout, Al Battista. Al has one of the most intelligent referee minds in the world and is constantly sharing his knowledge with other officials. In this podcast, we discuss the grassroots program and what he's looking for in a candidate.

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It’s critical that we are implementing the feedback we get from camp and applying immediately into our games. We recommend working as many games as you can but be aware of reducing bad habits because someone is always watching. Mike Evans also joins the pod to discuss some plays. This podcast is sponsored by NEATTUCKS. Go to www.neattucks.com and enter CROWNREFS at checkout to receive 20% off your next order.

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In this podcast, we discuss the importance of stopping the clock, the difficulty of 50/50 plays and embracing the mistakes. This is a conference call featuring 2nd-year official Emery John Frazier. Sponsored by Neat Tucks, for a 20% discount enter CROWNREFS at checkout .

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In the 4th installment of the Morning Mixtape series, Coach D interviews Mr. Pink about his recent men's league championship game and the crew discuss some plays that occurred. All the music and sounds that appear on this podcast was produced by JOSH MIRSKY of the band MIRK. https://www.youtube.com/user/MIRKVIDEO www.mirkmusic.com

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In this podcast we hear from the creator and owner of REFSCORNER, Justin Bailey about his career, his brand and his mission to make a difference. Enter CROWNREFS at checkout to receive 10% off your next order from REFSCORNER.COM. A portion of the proceeds to the Cancer research institute and the Lupus research alliance.

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Here are 8 tips for camp explained in this podcast: 1) Know when to be quiet. 2) Don’t worry. 3) Take advantage of moment. 4) Introduce yourself. 5) Have fun. 6) Don't try to be perfect. 7) Bring healthy food. 8)Find the film. Have a great camp season and be sure to let me know how you think you performed.

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What is the biggest reason that stops prospects from getting hired? How many camps is recommended for a first year official? How do I find camps? Do I need to know college rules for the tryout? How do I find the balance between getting enough information from the clinician and not being clingy?

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How does a HS ref prepare for a college camp? How do you deal with multiple clinicians telling you conflicting information? Should you be at a D1 tryout if your a D2 or D3 ref? How do you stand out without sticking out? Lanyard or not?

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The morning mixtape series is a mashup of the best clips recorded during the week from Coach D and Mr. Pink. Music is then added to heighten the mood and improve the overall audio experience. Enjoy!

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In this game notes, we observe Matt Pink referee an 8th grade AAU game. Matt has come a long way in a short amount of time and continues to make positive strides as an official. I am looking forward to seeing his progression over time.

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This CROWN REFS Podcast is sponsored by Neat Tucks, the best way to keep your shirt or uniform tucked. Special guest Mike Horrey tells us about his monumental meeting with Shark Tank star Daymond John, how he created the product and why you need to wear NEATTUCKS on the court.

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SERVING the Game. OBSERVE the game, its rules, it’s mechanics, it’s fundamentals, it’s history, it’s beauty, it’s ugliness, it’s purpose. It can one day lead you to observe all of the above within ourself. Know yourself in order to know the game. Discover the importance of empathy, humility, experience. As officials we are the stewards of integrity. It’s about the game, our partners, then ourselves. This game is choreographed by the basketball gods; know your role and play your position; allowing the players and coaches and fans to experience otherworldly competition. Be a disciple of the basketball gods and practice discipline. We must adopt a businesslike approach to helping the game mean something. Let’s be impeccable communicators, not only with players, coaches and peers, but with ourselves. Be your toughest, most honest critique during our deep assessment of self.

Operate under the 5P’s: Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance

What we give to the game we will exponentially get back in return. This game was here long before us and will live on forever as long as we do our part to nurture it in this present moment. No play is more important than the play that’s happening now and no game is more important than the one we are now serving. When we serve the game the game becomes self-serving.

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Mr. Pink returns to action to tell us about his 7-game Saturday. He is also discussing the fiery behavior of some none participants as well as how to improve your on the court etiquette.

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CROWN REFS is excited to present to you the exclusive “Serve the Game” Fox40 custom whistle. I would be honored if you wore this whistle while will you work on your craft and serve the game. Available in CMG or Classic. If your interested, please reach out to me through social media and I will ship it to you for $10 plus free shipping. Thanks for supporting this movement!

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Brandon West, a loyal Crown Refs supporter, is a first-year official from Worcester, MA. Recently, we connected on Instagram and he expressed his interest in coming to observe a game of mine. So in February 2019, Brandon drove 2 hours to Connecticut to watch the game and hang with the crew afterward. I'm excited to work with young officials who have a passion and desire to improve.

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This postgame session features Joe Flick, Dave Masino and Brandon West, a first-year official who drove 2 hours to come observe the game. The topics include: missing travels, marginal contact and a difficult cheerleader. Enjoy the laughs.

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This postgame session features Ernest Hamilton and Mark Casamassa. Ernest, is a Division 1 official from Baton Rogue, LA and Mark is someone who keeps improving every single time I see him work. The crew discuss an assistant coaches outburst, a restricted arc play and another solid one-liner for a coach.

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For this podcast, we sit and observe Anthony Calise work a local high school playoff game. These clips you're about to hear are the audio notes from the game on February 15th, 2019. After each clip, I deep dive into more detail about the play and also suggest some mechanic tips to implement.

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The Crown Refs pre-game card is located on our Instagram feed or available upon request in pdf form. We have two options: A NCAA specific pre-game or an all-inclusive option that can be applied across any level. Take it and make it your own. This pregame features Joe Flick and Dave Masino.

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In this postgame, the crew discuss some of the criteria we look for when issuing a double technical foul. We also spoke about a play you rarely see-basket interference on a free throw...and as always, more analysis on coach interactions.

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In this podcast we break down and list all the different platforms that Crown Refs is currently on and where you can locate the information. Coach D and Mr. Pink speak about the mental approach to the game and always having a balanced perspective.

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This postgame features Jimmy Nolan and Rob Bates. These are 2 young and hungry officials that aspire become better and move up. The crew discuss 3 different potential F1/intentional foul situations in the game. A couple different interactions with the coach were also highlighted.

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This postgame session features Joe Flick and John Kelly, two of Long Islands finest officials. The crew has an in depth postgame discussion about a technical foul to the coach, how they handled a dead ball contact technical foul and the concept of proximity not always being primary.

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In this pregame meeting the crew discuss the personalities of each team and what to expect in the game. There is no situation that we can’t get through, as long as we do it together as a team.

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In this podcast, we recap a technical foul that was given to a Coach in a recent game. Also, we emphasize the concept of ”playing offense” when communicating with Coaches. That means to run the game. We control the terms of the dialogue. Do not let the Coach dictate your working relationship. That's our responsibility.

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This Postgame Session features Darren Moran, a 12-year Division 1 official and Dave Masino, a guy on the verge of becoming Division 1 official. In the main discussion, the crew talks about a play where the assistant coach threw a marker on the court to stop the game clock. There were 7 seconds left in the game.

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In this postgame, the crew discuss one of the most difficult rulings-Is the defender in the arc a Primary or Secondary defender? Also, they recap waiving off the potential game tying 3PT shot at the end of regulation. Finally, they discuss what to do when a Coach uses the F word during a conversation.

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In this morning mixtape the topics include: How to carefully phrase your words. A pass off the leg or a kicked ball? And Mr. Pink doing a record 14 games in one day. WOW! #Servethegame

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During this morning mixtape the topics include: using your voice to avoid messy plays, how to handle unsporting behavior by the players and Coach D lists the ingredients for the Crown Refs SuperShake.

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This podcast is a collaboration between Crown Refs and Referee Rant. We sit down with Ralph the Ref and discuss the history of Crown Refs, The Basketball Shop and Ralph tells us what it's like being a 10-sport referee. This interview was recorded at Crown Basketball. The birthplace of Crown Refs.

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In this podcast, Coach D breaks down the ball before body vs body before ball concept and gives a play calling tip on block shot plays.

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In this podcast, Coach D and Mr. Pink talk about what it takes to be a great official. They list some of the core skill sets that a required to separate yourself from the pack and Coach D tells his film story on how he pays friends to come film his games.

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In this podcast Coach D presents Crown Refs content to Iaabo board 52. The purpose of the presentation was to inform and educate the board members on where to find the content and how it can help them improve as an official. Your feedback is always welcomed.

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In this podcast Mr. Pink and Coach D deep dive into one of the most challenging parts of officiating-The Coaches. The boys list and discuss some effective responses that you can you use in your games when communicating with the coaches. If you pick up only 1 thing than you’ve already won.

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In this podcast, Mr. Pink drops another Pinkism, the boys talk about the Crown Refs Spotlight and discuss a rule difference between HS and college. They finish the episode with a case book discussion. Enjoy on the way to your games or wherever you listen.

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With the magical feeling of the holiday season in full effect, Coach D and Mr. Pink discuss how to add more patience to your game and the the idea of not reacting but always having a response. The Crown Refs Spotlight is a monthly segment that features some of the extremely talented officials from the Crown family. January’s edition will debut on New Year’s Day 2019...

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In maybe the strongest podcast yet, Coach D and Mr. Pink discuss the concept of pain tolerance and how we as officials blow the whistle too much each game. Also, they describe the what the term “foul threshold” means on a scale of 1-10 and speak on the act of “Selling Calls”. Remember, if you’re 1000% percent when you blow the whistle then there is nothing to SELL.

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In this episode the boys talk about serving the game, the dreaded “over the back” term, and not calling a block on the dead guy.

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In this episode the boys discuss why they are doing a podcast and a couple plays from the weekend. Enjoy!

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