START YOUR JOURNEY

Your next chapter starts here.

Love basketball? Bring your willingness to learn. We will help you get started.

Three steps to get connected.

Start with a new-official inquiry below, or use the current email process. Share a little about yourself and connect with EBOA about your next steps.

Introduce yourself

Share your name, contact details, officiating experience and how you heard about EBOA.

Connect with EBOA

Wait for the association to contact you with the next steps.

Explore your training

Browse training and mentorship resources while you prepare to get involved.

A GOOD PLACE TO BEGIN

Bring your questions. Build your confidence.

You do not need to have every answer before you reach out. Start with your interest in basketball and a willingness to learn.

Do I need previous refereeing experience?

EBOA welcomes officials at all experience levels. Include any experience in your inquiry so the association can guide your next steps.

How do I get started?

Send the inquiry form below, or email your name, contact information, experience and how you heard about EBOA. The association will reply with next steps.

Where can I find training information?

Visit the Training page for clinics, mentorship and online resources. Confirm current dates and requirements with EBOA.

JOIN EBOA

Let’s get you connected.

Tell us a little about yourself. EBOA will help you understand the next steps toward becoming an official.

No previous officiating experience? You are welcome to reach out.

Prefer email? You can still email BillCriddle@gmail.com with your name, contact information, experience and how you heard about EBOA.

New official inquiry

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