Welcome to the CBA Referee Hub
Refereeing is an essential part of basketball. Like all sports, basketball relies on referees to ensure the game is played safely, fairly, and according to the rules.
This section is designed for:
- Referees
- Parents
- Referee Coaches
- Anyone interested in learning about refereeing and the CBA pathway
Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about:
- How to get involved
- What is expected at Cockburn Basketball Association
- Support, education and development opportunities
Technical Officials Coordinator (TOC)
Our TOC leads the support and development of all referees at the Association across Domestic and WABL competitions. Alongside our Referee Coaches, they assist with:
- Coaching and mentoring
- Talent identification
- Program delivery
- Pathway progression
Key Contacts
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Name |
Role |
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Josh Minshull |
Technical Officials Coordinator |
referees@cougarfamily.com |
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The Cockburn Basketball Association (CBA) aims to create a positive, supportive and mentoring environment for:
- Players
- Coaches
- Officials
We are committed to:
- Developing referees at all stages
- Providing structured education
- Ensuring respect, fairness and safety across all competitions
Referees ensure the game is played:
- Fairly
- Safely
- Within the rules
Referees must be:
- Confident
- Knowledgeable
- Consistent
- Fair
- Physically fit
They are responsible for being mentally and physically prepared before officiating.
CBA provides a clear development system, supported by:
- Referee Coaches
- Assessments
- Feedback forms
- Workshops and training sessions
Progression is competency-based and aligned to BWA accreditation.
Referee Feedback Forms
- Completed by Referee Coaches
- Referee receives a copy
- Quick debrief provided
- Helps track growth and identify focus areas
Assessments
Promotion requires competency in:
- Mechanics
- Communication
- Foul selection
- Game control
- Professionalism
Referee Coaching
Referee Coaches play a major role in:
- Mentoring green shirts
- Providing live in-game feedback (when appropriate)
- Monitoring multiple courts
- Supporting pathway progression
Coaching consistency improves referee confidence and performance.
These are the key skills and behaviours referees develop through the CBA pathway:
Communication
- Clear, loud voice
- Strong whistle use
Mechanics & Positioning
- Strong lead and trail positioning
- Movement timed to match the play
Terminology & Application
- Consistent foul calling
- Identifying obvious and major contact
Game Control
- Confident decision making
- Clear communication with coaches and players
Calling of the Game
- Complete pre-game checks
- Accurately manage substitutions & timeouts
- Knowledge of competition by-laws
Professionalism
- Fit and presentable
- Shirt tucked in
- High concentration and composure
Foul Selection
- Understanding incidental vs illegal contact
- Consistent fouls especially on shooters & dribblers
Referees must wear appropriate attire, including:
- Suitable athletic footwear
- Black shorts, pants or leggings
- Level-appropriate short sleeve shirt
- Undershirts allowed (black, white, or matching the shirt colour)
- Shirt must be tucked in
Shirts reflect accreditation levels and help identify referee progression.
