08/02/2024
FIBA
Preparation
Eight dedicated referees checked in at Hotel Sopron on Monday to commence preparation for the Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament. Representing FIBA in this esteemed competition in Hungary there were three referees from Europe, one from Australia, one from South America, one from Asia, and two from Africa.
FIBA Referee Instructor Chantal Julien from France inaugurated the Pre-Competition Clinic (PCC), a two-day intensive training workshop aimed at mentally and physically preparing the referees for the tournament. The training began with a presentation of their scouting results, focusing on plays and team characteristics, followed by specific elements of the game such as unsportsmanlike fouls, protecting shooters, and protocol application. Each afternoon, the crew participated in gym practices to refine their 3PO mechanics and their court presence.
The closing words were communicated by Head of Refereeing Carl Jungebrand online, he encouraged the referees and highlighted the importance of every call they make, and he let them know that they are ready to do an excellent job.
Chantal JULIEN said: "It’s a very great group we have in Hungary, and these motivated referees know that the goal of the PCC is to remind them about some basic things, and I truly believe they will show some really good officiating during this tournament."
Nicolas FERNANDES: "The key takeaway from this PCC is to re-standardize the processes and reestablish the protocols according to the latest version within FIBA. Since we worked in a small group, we had the chance to practice role plays that were unique and very useful."
Sara ELSHARNOUBY: "We were learning during this PCC to have the mindset of officiating through the big picture, to gather more information, more details and these bits will let us have more quality decisions. We came here prepared, but we could even grow here, and we did it as a group, which is amazing."
Arnold MOSEYA: "We are aware that a high-level standard is required from us, a quality officiating as a crew and also individually, like how I can add value to it. The learning methods were awesome, they were very interactive, and inclusive, for me the favourite part was the role play and how we were feeding back after each task."
FIBA Referee Instructor Chantal Julien from France inaugurated the Pre-Competition Clinic (PCC), a two-day intensive training workshop aimed at mentally and physically preparing the referees for the tournament. The training began with a presentation of their scouting results, focusing on plays and team characteristics, followed by specific elements of the game such as unsportsmanlike fouls, protecting shooters, and protocol application. Each afternoon, the crew participated in gym practices to refine their 3PO mechanics and their court presence.
The closing words were communicated by Head of Refereeing Carl Jungebrand online, he encouraged the referees and highlighted the importance of every call they make, and he let them know that they are ready to do an excellent job.
Chantal JULIEN said: "It’s a very great group we have in Hungary, and these motivated referees know that the goal of the PCC is to remind them about some basic things, and I truly believe they will show some really good officiating during this tournament."
Nicolas FERNANDES: "The key takeaway from this PCC is to re-standardize the processes and reestablish the protocols according to the latest version within FIBA. Since we worked in a small group, we had the chance to practice role plays that were unique and very useful."
Sara ELSHARNOUBY: "We were learning during this PCC to have the mindset of officiating through the big picture, to gather more information, more details and these bits will let us have more quality decisions. We came here prepared, but we could even grow here, and we did it as a group, which is amazing."
Arnold MOSEYA: "We are aware that a high-level standard is required from us, a quality officiating as a crew and also individually, like how I can add value to it. The learning methods were awesome, they were very interactive, and inclusive, for me the favourite part was the role play and how we were feeding back after each task."