IAABO Board 214

08/27/2026

BECOME AN IAABO BASKETBALL OFFICIAL!

Tuscarora IAABO Board 214’s Fall Training Class is coming!

Have you ever wanted to become a basketball official? Now is your opportunity! Join IAABO Tuscarora Board 214and learn the skills, rules, mechanics, and confidence needed to officiate basketball at the youth, middle school, high school, and beyond.
🎓 Fall Training Class�📅 First Class: Wednesday, September 9�⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM�📍 Governor Thomas Johnson High School�📆 Classes: Wednesdays, beginning after Labor Day

Our Fall Training Class will be facilitated by Frank Kearney, our Board Interpreter , helping make the training accessible and welcoming to our diverse community.�

WE NEED YOU!
Whether you're a longtime basketball fan, former player, parent, coach, or simply looking for a new challenge—come learn the game from a different perspective!
Build confidence. Stay active. Give back to the game. Earn extra income. Become an official!
214 — WHERE OFFICIALS ARE MADE!

Spread the word and bring someone with you!

07/30/2026

🏀🔥 DON’T JUST WATCH THE GAME — BECOME PART OF IT! 🔥🏀
TUSCARORA IAABO BOARD 214 is recruiting the NEXT GENERATION OF BASKETBALL OFFICIALS!
Whether you're a former player, coach, basketball enthusiast, or someone looking for a new challenge — we want YOU!
👩🏾‍⚖️ WOMEN — WE WANT YOU!�🏀 YOUNG ADULTS — WE WANT YOU!�🏀 FORMER PLAYERS & COACHES — WE WANT YOU!�🏀 ANYONE WHO LOVES THE GAME — WE WANT YOU!

🗓️ OFFICIALS CLINIC
September 19–20�📍 Hood College – Gambrill Gymnasium
Learn the rules.�Develop your mechanics.�Improve your judgment.�Build confidence.�Become part of the officiating community.

🎯 CONSISTENCY AS A CREW

🎥 SEE OUR OFFICIALS IN ACTION!
Check out this game clip and watch how officials apply judgment and consistency during live varsity competition:

https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/clips/ucl684238035a1785083818707

Great officiating isn't about one official making every call.
It's about three officials working together as ONE CREW.
➡️ Same standard on both ends of the floor.�➡️ Consistent judgment throughout the game.�➡️ Strong communication between officials.�➡️ Proper positioning and mechanics.�➡️ Trusting your partners.�➡️ Getting the call right — together.

That's what being part of a crew is about — working together, communicating, and being consistent from one end of the floor to the other.

WHY OFFICIATE?
🏀 Stay connected to the game you love�💪 Challenge yourself physically and mentally�🎓 Develop leadership and decision-making skills�🤝 Build relationships and friendships�💰 Earn additional income�⭐ Make a difference in high school athletics

NO EXPERIENCE? THAT'S OKAY!
Our training and development programs are designed to help new officials learn the fundamentals and develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed.

🔥 YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY IS ON THE COURT!
📅 September 19–20�📍 Hood College – Gambrill Gymnasium�🏀 Tuscarora IAABO Board 214

DON'T JUST WATCH THE GAME.�DON'T JUST TALK ABOUT THE GAME.�BECOME PART OF THE GAME!

👉 JOIN TUSCARORA IAABO BOARD 214!

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07/25/2026

🏀 Ever Thought About Becoming a Basketball Official? 🏀

This is your opportunity to learn what it takes!
Join Tuscarora IAABO Board 214 during the Annual Hood College Shootout Officials Clinic on September 19–20 at Gambrill Gymnasium, Hood College.

This clinic is designed for individuals who are interested in becoming basketball officials.

Participants will not be officiating games. Instead, you'll have the opportunity to:

✅ Attend classroom instruction led by experienced IAABO officials
✅ Learn the rules, mechanics, and positioning used by successful basketball officials
✅ Observe experienced officials working live games and see classroom concepts applied on the court
✅ Ask questions and gain valuable insight into the officiating profession
✅ Learn about the certification process and how to begin your officiating journey

Whether you're a former player, coach, parent, or simply someone who loves basketball, this is the perfect opportunity to explore officiating in a supportive, no-pressure environment.

🏀 Come learn. Observe. Ask questions. Discover if basketball officiating is right for you.

The Game Needs Officials... and your journey can start here!
📅 September 19–20
📍 Gambrill Gymnasium – Hood College
For More Information or to Register:
📩 Send us a direct message
🌐 Visit www.iaabo214.org
📧 Daryl Wedge
Membership Director
Email: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to the IAABO family!
The Game Needs Officials. We Need You.

07/13/2026

🏀 LOVE BASKETBALL? STAY IN THE GAME! 🏀
IAABO Tuscarora Board 214 is now recruiting basketball officials for the 2026–2027 season!
Whether you're:
🏀 A high school or college student looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity...
🏀 A former player or coach who misses the excitement of game day...
🏀 A parent who wants to give back to the game...
🏀 A teacher, first responder, veteran, or working professional seeking extra income...
🏀 Or a retiree who wants to stay active and connected to the community...
There's a place for you on our team!
💰 Earn competitive game fees.
🏀 Stay involved in the sport you love.
📚 Receive professional training and mentorship.
🤝 Build lifelong friendships with a respected officiating family.
💪 Improve your confidence, communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
🌟 Make a positive impact on young athletes throughout Frederick County and the surrounding region.
No officiating experience? No problem!
We'll teach you everything you need to know—from the rules of the game to mechanics, positioning, and game management.
Why watch the game when you can be part of it?
🎯 Did you see that call? So did we.
🎯 Want the best seat in the gym? Become an official.
Competence. Clarity. Character.
📲 Ready to take the first step?
Contact Daryl Wedge, Membership Director, at [email protected] to learn more about becoming a certified basketball official for the 2026–2027 season.
The game needs officials. The next great official could be YOU.

07/07/2026

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07/07/2026

Basketball enthusiasts. This is not over the back

05/15/2026

🏀 Love Basketball? Stay in the Game as an Official! 🏀
📣 IAABO Board 214 is now recruiting new basketball officials for the upcoming season!

Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, college student, former player, coach, or simply someone who loves the game — this is your chance to be part of basketball in a whole new way.

✅ Flexible schedule
✅ Great side income
✅ Stay active around the game you love
✅ Build confidence, leadership, and communication skills
✅ No officiating experience required — training provided!

We’re especially encouraging recent high school and college graduates to join a growing community of officials making an impact on local athletics throughout Frederick County.

Basketball officiating is more than blowing a whistle — it’s about leadership, teamwork, professionalism, and keeping the game strong for the next generation.

⛹️‍♂️⛹️‍♀️ All ages and experience levels are welcome!

📍 Serving schools and leagues throughout Frederick County
📅 Classes and training sessions forming now

Ready to step onto the court in a new role?

📩 Message us today or visit
IAABO Board 214 at https://iaabo214.org/

Basketball referee organization serving Frederick, MD

04/24/2026

A special thank you to Sean Hull and Emily Murphy from Elevation Officiating Training for joining Tuscarora IAABO Board 214 as our featured guest speakers at tonight’s banquet!
Your message, insight, and energy made a real impact on our officials, and we truly appreciate the time you took to invest in our development both on and off the court.
We also encourage everyone to check out Elevation Officiating Training and the great work they’re doing to support athletes and officials. Be sure to stay connected and take advantage of their upcoming officiating clinics and training opportunities!
👉 Learn more here: https://elevationot.com/about-us
Thank you again for helping make our evening a success!