MIES (Switzerland) – FIBA Referee Operations continued its Monday Special webinar series on January 12, 2026, with “Back to Basics: Rotations,” featuring FIBA Level 2+ Referee Instructor Nadine Crowley from Canada. The session delivered a masterclass on the mechanics and elite mindset required to command the court. Focus was on the fundamentals of elite officiating, breaking down effective rotations into three key phases—closing down, rotating, and positioning. Crowley emphasized that high-level court coverage depends on reading the game, guided by one recurring principle: rotate often and rotate early—but not too early.

”Rotate, rotate, rotate”

 

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Precision and Timing

With additional insights from FIBA referees Maripier Malo (Canada) and Yann Davidson (Madagascar), the webinar introduced practical “tips and tricks,” including aborting a move, avoiding simultaneous movement, and clearing the paint to maintain clean sightlines.

 

Active Mindset and Growth

Unlock the secrets to the mental game and watch how Crowley explored the critical refocusing skills required for modern referees. The session also highlighted the importance of mental focus, video analysis, and continuous learning—reinforcing that mastering the basics remains essential for protecting the integrity of the game.
 

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Monday Special Webinars are FIBA Referee Operations’ monthly webinar series during the basketball season. The webinars provide referees and other basketball enthusiasts with high-level insights into basketball and officiating topics with different viewpoints and targeted learning opportunities from a wide range of experts.