How do I become a basketball referee in PA?
How do I become a basketball referee in PA?
- Read up on some Frequently Asked Questions.
- Fill out the downloadable Application Form.
- Mail us your application with a $40.00 check. Mail the application with a $40.00 non-refundable application fee to: PIAA.
- Read up on Rules of Competition.
- Pass the PIAA Officials’ Examination in person or take an exam online, anytime.
How much do PIAA refs make?
Except for volleyball, they all pay at least $83, and it’s similar in the other seasons. If you become good enough as an official, and you can find the time to take on a full schedule of games, you can make some money.
How do I become a referee for basketball?
How to become an NBA ref
- Earn a high school diploma.
- Work as a referee for youth basketball.
- Register to work as a high school athletics coach.
- Register to officiate through the National College Athletic Association (NCAA)
- Attend referee tryouts for the NBA G League.
- Demonstrate your skill and work ethic.
How do you become an umpire in PA?
Local chapters help officials with training, rule interpretations and game assignments. To become a Pennsylvania referee you must be at least 18 years old. Begin by completing the PIAA Registration, available online. Go to the officials page for more details.
How old do you have to be to referee soccer in PA?
THANK YOU for your interest in becoming a Soccer Referee in Western PA! You must be 13 years of age or older, on or before you register to complete the modules. This requirement exists due to the Commonwealth of PA’s Child Labor Laws.
How do I contact PIAA?
If you have any questions, or encounter problems with the media credential process, you may email your questions to Melissa Mertz, PIAA Assistant Executive Director, or call her at (800) 382-1392.
How do I become a soccer referee in PA?
Steps to becoming a soccer referee
- 1.Create a Game Officials account and profile.
- 2.Register for a Grassroots course.
- 3.Proceed through Modules.
- 4.Complete and save USSF DLC work.
- Log back into and continue through Game Officials modules for Grassroots test, Pa West specific information and rules.
How hard is it to become an NBA ref?
This may be an unpopular opinion alert, but professional referees have a really tough job. It sometimes may not seem like it, but they are very experienced and complete extensive training in order to be on the court calling the game at a high level.
Are NBA refs full time?
Officiating is a full-time job for the entire seven-month NBA season. Each NBA team in the league plays 82 regular-season games over that period. That doesn’t even include the preseason, during which each team must play at least four games. Road trips can sometimes reach 24-25 days per month.
What are the requirements to become a USA certified umpire?
Overall, the umpire must achieve a 90% or higher score to be certified. Once certified, the umpire is eligible to be assigned to a WBSC World Championship. Each participating country can select from their eligible list of certified umpires, and the host country usually has 3-4 selections.
How do I file a complaint with PIAA?
Please fill out the form below to contact us electronically. Or, fax us at 717-697-7721. Your comment or question will be sent to the appropriate person for a quick response.