Reports
according to Sports Central has it that FIBA is taking steps to ensure that
there are more FIBA referees licensed worldwide in the new FIBA Gaming
Official License Cycle (2021-2023).
As
part of one of the strategic objectives of the 2019-2023 cycle, Women in
Basketball, measures are taken by the FIBA board of directors which allow the
additional allocation of referee licenses for each national association for the
license period 2021-2023. The number of arbitrators is expected to increase by
20-30%.
However,
FIBA will also grant additional licenses for candidates for the post of
commissioner for the same license period, with priority for candidates.
FIBA
is committed to improving all aspects of women in basketball and expects not
only an increase in the number and overall quality of referees, but also to
have more women in the best competitions for feminine and masculine. And
participate in keeping them in their jobs longer and at the same time support
them in their career planning.
In
addition, the FIBA Board of Directors has approved changes to the rules of
procedure that will allow 50-year-old referees to continue playing the same
role. According to these changes, applicants must have a black or green
license. They must have a black or green license during the previous license
period, and they must have consistently high performance scores according to
the FIBA assessment criteria for the main official FIBA competitions. The
license extension can be valid for up to two license periods, a total of four
years.
Meanwhile, according to FIBA chief referee, Carl Jungebrand, who said: "The introduction of both these measures is a very positive step for our Game Officials. This unified effort by FIBA and the National Federations will not only create more opportunities to develop female referees around the globe but also will enable FIBA to retain their most experienced referees who have reached the age of 50. Current trends show that more experienced referees demonstrate a very professional approach towards their physical preparation as well as other aspects of officiating, and are a great benefit in regards to mentoring programs and knowledge sharing.
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