Referee Training & Development

Take the Whistle – Transform Your Passion

Step into the dynamic world of refereeing. Discover the excitement, challenge, and community that comes with making crucial calls. Our comprehensive training and ongoing support empower you to grow from a beginner into a respected professional. Learn more below or contact our coordinator directly.

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Amateur Level

Where you start

Professional Level

Where you can go

Your Referee Journey

From your first game to state championships - we guide you every step.

Pathway to Success

Our structured pathway provides training, mentorship, and practical experience to help you confidently climb the refereeing ladder.

1

Orientation & Initial Training

Learn the fundamentals and basic rules of basketball officiating.

2

Beginner Training & Classroom

Structured theory sessions combined with practical exercises.

3

On-Court Supervised Experience

Apply skills in games with feedback from experienced mentors.

4

Intermediate Games & Growth

Officiate more competitive matches to sharpen decision-making.

5

Advanced Development

Specialized coaching for higher-level competition preparation.

Referee Levels & Matrix

Explore our referee development levels. See the full BQ Grading Matrix for detailed criteria and expectations at each stage.

View BQ Grading Matrix
Level Classification Typical Opportunities
BeginnerJuniorLocal U10/U12
DevelopmentJuniorLocal U14, Rep U12/U14
IntermediateJuniorLocal U16/U18, Rep U16
AdvancedJuniorLocal Senior, Rep U18
State DevelopmentSeniorQSL Youth / Div 2
StateSeniorQSL Div 1 / NBL1
National DevelopmentSeniorNBL1 Finals, State Champs
NationalSeniorAJCs, NBL1 Grand Finals
FIBASeniorInternational (FIBA)

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