#398 Top 5 Ways to grow your officiating game | 5 Tips & Tricks Podcast

The Crown Refs Podcast

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we share a powerful conversation originally featured on the Five Tips & Tricks Podcast, where the spotlight is on what it truly takes to grow and thrive as a basketball official. The discussion covers the foundational pillars of officiating development—including mastering the rule book, maximizing game reps, breaking down film, and attending referee camps to accelerate learning. It also explores the current officiating shortage and the critical role that mentorship and community support play in both retention and advancement.

Listeners will hear how a commitment to growth and a passion for service led to the creation of a global network focused on education, accountability, and professional development. The episode goes beyond mechanics and play-calling, highlighting the character-building aspects of officiating and the purpose-driven mindset required to excel in the craft. Whether you’re just getting started or already deep in your journey, this conversation reinforces the power of staying connected to a community that supports your evolution every step of the way.

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Patreon.com/crownrefs/memberships⁣

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🧑‍🎓 𝗘𝗻𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼l⁣

https://signalschool.teachable.com/p/signal-school-boot-camp1⁣

🎧 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁⁣

https://open.spotify.com/show/7Iu3X4rnet8NCgsQfiAu6a⁣