Sports official vs basketball referee

Differences between sports official and basketball referee duties and responsibilities

Sports official example responsibilities.

• Manage conflicts and resolutions between other umpires and coaches/parents.
• Referee of soccer, softball, basketball, volleyball and flag football CPR certify
• Execute in game promotions during collegiate football, basketball, volleyball and other events around campus.
• Coach member participants in sport activities such as basketball and volleyball to encourage both exercise and friendly competition.
• Exercise leadership skills by coaching the new officials while working in a fast-pace environment and maintaining composure under pressure.
• Attend NFL games, shadow the cameraman and assist coordinating interviews with players in the locker rooms after games.
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Basketball referee example responsibilities.

• Manage conflicts and resolutions between other umpires and coaches/parents.
• Officiate adult slow pitch softball- in accordance with official ASA guidelines.
• Gain a strong sense of patience, leadership, communication and decision making skills.
• Umpire multiple championship games under intense pressure from the leagues, parents and coaches.
• Show effort and are raised from field umpire to plate umpire for championship games.
• Motivate and encourage youths' individual progress with an emphasis on promoting teamwork and strategic development.
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