May/June 2010

May/June 2010
Volume 62, Number 414
Mark Byron - 72nd President of IAABO
Good morning, fellow IAABO members. I know that you all
And there is Peter
have f ights to catch so it is not my intention to speak more than Webb. There isn’ t a
90 minutes. No, in reality, I will be brief and to the point. I just person in this room that
completed my 41 st year of of f ciating and I can truly say that I
couldn’t come up with a
am no worse than I ever was. I don’ t understand why I can’ t superlative to describe
remember what I wore yesterday , but I can remember that I got him. He has always been
available to me to of fer
paid $6.50 to work my f rst game in Waterville, ME.
I am tremendously honored and extremely humbled to be your advice in a very nonjudgmental way.
72nd President. Like all those that came before me, I would not
There are my
be here if it wasn’t for the many people that helped and supported
colleagues in Maine,
me along this amazing journey . First and foremost, I just want
to thank my wife, Ann, for 30 years of wedded bliss next month. not only from Board
She has never once complained about the frequent nights out but 20, but all the boards. I
have been so fortunate
she certainly was capable of asking me to hand over the game
checks...all $6.50. And there are my two lovely daughters, Ellie to be surrounded by
exceptional of
f cials
and Julie. Unfortunately , Ellie is in Massachusetts attending a
and exceptional people.
wedding. Julie is here with her mother and I want to thank her
Mark Byron - 72nd President of IAABO
for the games that she attended with me. Especially , on the night There are too many to
that I so graciously ripped a hole in the seat of my pants at a game. mention in my 41 years but I would like to mention just a few.
Charlie McDonald and Jef f Jewett were two of the board
I must thank so many of my mentors such as Al Card and Bob
Whytock, high school teachers of mine. They got me interested interpreters on my board. They gave tirelessly of their time to
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train and educate our new and veteran
in off ciating at a very young age.
2010 Spring Meeting Wrap-Up
How ironic it is that the Spring Meeting was held in Gettysbur
g,
PA in April? For it was here that President
Abraham Lincoln
began his famous speech with “Four score and seven years ago”,
which we know is 87 years, and IAABO is beginning its 87th
year! How ironic is that?
The weather was beautiful and the Gettysbur g tours were
educational as well as impressive. In spite of the many distracting
attractions, IAABO conducted in depth and meaningful meetings
that were informative, somewhat controversial, constructive and
very well attended. In fact members, remarked that they could not
remember meetings that were as well attended in recent years.
The Executive Committee met in closed session on Thursday
evening, discussions centered on locations for the future
Fall Seminars and Spring Meetings which are as follows:
Fall 2010- Portland ME, Spring 201
1-Virginia Beach, Fall
2011-Manchester, NH, Spring 2012-Myrtle Beach, Fall 2012,
Toronto, Canada, Spring 2013-Orlando, FL, Fall 2013-Long
Island, NY. Financial reports and ad hoc committee reports were
presented and information on insurance policies was distributed.
President Dan Barringer welcomed the representatives and all
of the standing committees conducted their meetings on Friday
or Saturday. These reports were then presented to the Executive
Committee for approval on Sunday morning. The issue of when
does a person become a member created a good discussion at many
of these meetings as the concept impacts various committees.
IAABO will study the issue and make recommendations to the
appropriate committees particularly the Constitution committee
as it receives input from the local boards.
The absolute highlight of the weekend was the Life Membership
luncheon. This was a formal af fair to honor this year ’s class
of inductees, which included: Bob Huber , Bd 60 New York,
Charles Ketter, Bd 106 Canada, Bill “Nibsy” R yan, Bd 38 NY ,
Ron Chapdelaine Bd 26, Massachusetts, Ron Martel, Bd 208
Massachusetts. Each was presented a Life Membership ring and a
plaque to signify his contributions to IAABO.All inductees spoke
eloquently relating their IAABO experiences and acknowledging
people along the way. It is reported that all of the inductees kept to
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their time frame. The luncheon may have
IAABO Sportorials
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The Tip Off
Mark Byron - Page 1
Spring Meeting Wrap Up - Page 1
Director’s Court - Page 2
Past Presidents - Page 2
Fox 40 - Page 4
Officials vs. Cancer - Page 5
Why I Officiate - Page 6
2010/11 Rules Changes - Page 6
Awards and Appointments - Page 7
George B. “Pete” Sheehan - Page 7
Life Membership Induction - Page 8
NASO - Page 10
Spring Meeting Photos - Page 11
2010 Fall Seminar - Page 12
Olympic Torchbearer - Page 13
Final Four Moment - Page 13
Honig’s - Page 14
2010 Officials’ Schools - Page 15
IAABO Lines - Page 16
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ACCOUNTABILITY - This word has been associated
with off ciating forever, but never as much as it is today.
With the 24/7 media cycle, our games are broadcast on
TV and controversial plays are reviewed and analyzed to
determine if the off cial’s rulings are correct. Almost all
schools regardless of level are videotaping their games
and using these “tapes” to assist coaches with viewing
their team’s offenses and defenses. These tapes are also
used to check the correctness of rulings made during that
game, particularly the last plays in a close game.
Conferences are viewing tapes and are beginning to use them to take action against
off cials’ mistakes or lack of adherence to rules. Conferences are penalizing off cials with
suspensions if rules are set aside and also for incorrect judgments especially when they
affect the outcome of the game. Barry Mano, the Director of NASO and the Publisher
of Referee magazine addresses his concerns on this matter in the latest issue. He states,
“Suspensions will not lead to better off ciating. They can install fear into sports off cials”.
How does all this impact on High School of f ciating? Rest assured it does. Can we
make a mistake in judgment? Of course. Barry goes on to say , “that they reviewed a
number of judgment calls that led to suspensions, and that he was hard pressed to say that
what he saw on the video was off ciating conducted in an unreasonable way. Yes, the calls
turned out to be incorrect. Yet they were not incorrect because of a lack of hustle, lack of
rules knowledge or lack of proper mechanics.They were wrong because what we thought
we saw was not in fact what took place”.
However, when an off cial makes an error because they do not know or misapply a rule,
they should be held accountable. The game deserves this responsibility from all off cials.
We are happy to report that we have not heard of any suspensions on the High School
level, which is not to say that it could not happen in the future. Off cials are held to a high
level of accountability and rightfully so. We must be prepared with the attributes listed
above: good hustle, great rules knowledge, proper mechanics and a pride to put forth our
best effort each game. Otherwise, the tape will tell.
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IAABO Past Presidents Club – Sitting left to right – Bill Loftus, Bd. 26, MA; Felix Addeo,
Bd. 33 NJ; Dan Barringer, Bd. 55 OH; Peter Webb, Bd. 111 ME; Standing left to right,
Lou DeGeorge, Bd. 194 NJ; Dr. Ken Walker, Bd. 84 RI; Lou Engle, Bd. 261 MD;
Dick MacKenzie, Bd. 105 VT; Jack Doyle; Bd. 27 MA; and Len Maida, Bd. 51 NY,
IAABO thanks these men for their continued support.
May/June 2010
Mark Byron “IAABO’s 72nd President”
off cials along with TJ Halliday and Doug Burdin, who have both
served as president of Board #20. Although we don’t always agree
on things, I have learned a tremendous amount from them. The most
amazing thing about all these individuals is that they freely gave of
their time and never ever cared about how many games they did or did
not get because of it. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention one of the
most admired and respected off cials from my board. His name is Al
Halliday, a person who truly personif es the IAABO way of “one rule,
one interpretation”. Unfortunately, due to health issues, Al is unable
to be with us today.
I am looking forward to working with our Executive Director, Tom
Lopes and his assistant Donnie Eppley along with the exceptional
group of Executive Committee members.
Past President Dan Barringer has done a very good job and he has
made it easy for me to hit the ground running. I have collaborated
with President-elect Tony Haley on various issues and I know that we
can continue to move this organization forward in a positive manner.
There are a number of things that I would like to see us focus on in
the coming year. Some involve only the Executive Committee, some
involve our hard working committees and some involve our local
boards. I am not sure that we can accomplish everything but perhaps
we can begin to tackle some of these issues.
1. We need to continue to increase our membership, both at the
local board level and by adding new boards in areas that we
currently don’ t have members. I will be working with the
Executive Committee and the Executive Director to establish
a strategy as to how to do this. I strongly encourage every
board to consider establishing a Junior IAABO program.After
all, we can never have enough off cials, especially good young
ones.
2. I will be asking the Executive Committee for support to
continue our ef forts in Canada. We have made great strides
under the leadership and direction of Dennis Herbert. We must
continue those ef forts with the expectation of adding more
members outside the province of Ontario.
3. I have never backed down from things in which I believe
strongly. For the past few years, we have vigorously debated
the issues of provisional and dual membership.
We must
resolve this issue. I will be appointing an ad hoc committee
in the very near future. They will be char ged with making a
recommendation to the Executive Committee on how to best
deal with these issues.
4. I strongly support the efforts that were started by Past-President
Jack Doyle involving Special Olympics. I encourage all
boards to make a conscious effort to get involved in their state.
It is the right thing to do.
5. I am asking all regional representatives to be prepared to report
quarterly to the Executive Committee on activities that are
taking place in their areas.
6. I have felt for a long time that we must develop a strategy to
ensure that all active IAABO members have adequate and
comprehensive insurance including liability, medical and game
fee reimbursement. Contrary to public opinion, this is not the
case for a lar ge number of our members. I will be working
with our Executive Director and our insurance representatives
on this issue.
Before I announce my committee appointments, I want to thank
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everyone who has served in the capacity of Chair and
Assistant
Chair. Please understand that if you are not reappointed, it is
not because you didn’ t do a good job. I sincerely hope that you
will remain active as a member of your respective committee.
See page 7, Spring Meeting
Awards and
Appointments.
Spring Meeting Wrap Up
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set a record for attendance as over 190 members and families joined
the celebration.
Sunday morning’ s General Assembly meeting included the
acceptance of the formal reports of all of the standing committees.
Constitutional changes were approved as they were posted in the
mandatory Sportorials issue. Fifty year awards were presented along
with two Foundation Chairs of $1000 in honor of Hank Luzzi and
Lou Filippetti from Connecticut. The Handbook Dedication was
announced and was awarded to Past President Felix Addeo.
Mark Byron, Bd 20 Maine was elected President,
Tony Haley ,
Bd 117 NH was elected to President-Elect, Mike Hammond, Bd 27,
MA was elected Vice President. Elected to the executive committee
vacated by Mike Hammond was Ron Martel Bd 208 MA. Reelected
to new terms on the executive committee from Region 1 - Jack
Sweeney, Region 6 - Willie LA Jones, Region 11- Dennis Murphy.
Dr. Ken Walker will serve as Honorary President, Jack Doyle as
Honorary Executive Director.
IAABO now turns its attention to the Fall Seminar to be conducted
in Portland, ME September 9 - 12, 2010.
IAABO heartily urges all interpreters to attend this most important
meeting. This is your seminar to prepare you, so that you can bring
back information and techniques that will enable you to instruct
both your new candidates and your veteran of f cials. You loved the
materials distributed last year, who knows what awaits you this year?
So make plans now to play a part in this Fall Seminar
. Info is contained
in this newsletter.
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Connecticut and Colorado Lead the Way
Officials from Connecticut and Colorado led the way in the
annual Officials vs. Cancer campaign donating more than half
of the total amount of money donated. With the total amount
of contributions from IAABO officials exceeding $70,000.00,
this marked the lar gest amount of money raised by IAABO
officials since the inception of the program in 2008. Each
year during the last week of January , of ficials from across
IAABO land are requested to use either a pink or white
whistle and in exchange for the whistle, it is requested that a
donation be made to the American Cancer Society. The total
amount of monies raised by all basketball officials during the
current campaign was in excess of $110,000.00. Many of the
donations were in $5.00, $10.00 and $15.00 checks from high
school officials. IAABO boards purchased over 10,000 pink
and white whistles that were distributed to IAABO of
ficials. A
special thanks to Joe Gintoli, Board No. 9, Connecticut, Board
Secretary and IAABO Executive Committee Member and
Bob Lantzy, Board No. 4, Colorado, State Board President,
and the many board secretaries who assisted with this year ’s
campaign. It is almost inevitable that everyone either knows
someone who has cancer or has been af
fected by cancer
himself. With the assistance of everyone, someday a cure will
be found for cancer and officials from IAABO will know that
they played a part in the miracle discovery.
Check Presentation in the amount of $110,176 on
behalf of IAABO Basketball Officials from Across the
United States and Canada. Shown Left to Right; Jim
Boeheim, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Syracuse
University; Tom Lopes, Executive Director, IAABO, Inc.;
Donnie Eppley, Campaign Coordinator, IAABO, Inc., and
Gary Williams, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, University of
Maryland.
Donations by State
Wrap Up
2011 Campaign Dates
January 24 - 29, 2011
State
Amount
Connecticut
Colorado
New York
$22,654.93
$19,332.00
$8,573.76
Massachusetts
$6,402.50
Pennsylvania
New
Hampshire
Maine
Maryland
New Jersey
$2,833.50
Contributing
Boards
6, 7, 8, 9, & 10
4
36, 37, 39, 40,
41, 46, 48, 51,
53, 114, 119,
121, 156, 161,
& 180
26, 27, 28, 30,
31, 54, 95, 130,
152, & 175
65, 67, & 70
$2,540.00
117, 118, & 122
$2,147.00
$1,375.00
$1,211.00
20, 21, and 111
23, 204, & 244
33, 168, & 194
Other Contributing Boards; 11 DE; 84 RI; 90
VA, 102 ONT; 105 VT; 132 GUAM; 260 IL; 322
GA; 402 SC, & 403 SC
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IAABO Sportorials
Why I Officiate
It was a typical youth recreational basketball game, 7th & 8th grade
boys, in Colchester, Connecticut. On a shivering Saturday afternoon
in January, in a poorly lit gymnasium, two teams were squaring of f
to give it their best. Gold versus Blue. I am a basketball of f cial and
have done thousands of these games over the years. They all kind of
blend together, but this one turned out to be a memorable one.
On the Gold team there was a special young boy , a 7 th grader
named Tommy. No one tried harder than Tommy. He was a thin
boy with glasses standing at 5’4” and weighing about 90 pounds.
Tommy obviously loved basketball. You could tell it’s what he loved
to do, and he couldn’ t wait for every Saturday to play basketball.
Tommy has a severe handicap that makes it dif f cult for him to run
or communicate with his teammates and coaches. But there was one
thing about Tommy, if he was passed the ball, he was going to shoot!
Even with both teams trying their best to win the game, everyone in
the gym cared about Tommy and wanted him to play and have fun
with his teammates.
I have off ciated Tommy for a couple of years and this was the third
game this season that I had his team. I really admire his determination
and hard work, and he never gives up.Tommy tries as hard as he can,
but he is always the last one down the f oor, trailing his teammates
by a good 8-10 seconds each time down the f oor. Even some of my
fellow referees can beat Tommy down the f oor. But no one tries
harder than Tommy. In the f rst quarter, Tommy, with his unique over
the head two handed set shot, threw up 4 open shots. He came close
on a 3 point shot that hit the back of the rim. In the second quarter ,
I had to call Tommy for two fouls, when he hugged the opponent
with the ball. I couldn’t look the other way on those fouls. But hey, it
put Tommy in the scorebook! The opposing coach and players were
terrif c. When Tommy got the ball, it didn’ t matter where he was on
the court; they let him take an open shot. Tommy managed another
3 shots in the second quarter , the closest shot being a 10 footer that
would have been a great shot from 12 feet.
I looked at Tommy at half-time and he was beaming. He hadn’ t
made a basket yet, but he was “in the game” and he even had two
fouls! Actually, I haven’t seen Tommy make a basket in the two years
that I have off ciated his games. His team was down by 15 points at
halftime, but you would never know it. In the third quarter , Tommy
had a break-away lay-up, but wasn’t able to connect. He rimmed out
a 3 point shot from the top of the key , and shot an air ball from the
wing. Each time that Tommy shot the ball, the gym was excited and
you could hear the disappointment when the ball didn’ t go in. But
Tommy was playing, and that is what he loves to do.
In the fourth quarter, his teammates kept passing him the ball.There
was a great look from about 15 feet away from the left wing, that just
fell short; and another 8 footer that had promise grazed the rim. With
about four minutes left in the game and the Gold team down by 27
points, Tommy got another opportunity - an opportunity of a lifetime.
He was 12 feet away on the right side of the court; Tommy got the
ball and squared up. The ball went high into the air, and to everyone’s
surprise…. it went IN—nothing but net! Tommy had made his f rst
basket of the season! The place erupted. All the fans, 75 or so, gave
Tommy a standing ovation. I looked over at the opponents’ bench,
and the coaches were clapping and the players were cheering. I took
“off” my off ciating hat for a few seconds and applauded Tommy as
he ran back down the other end of the court to play defense. I saw
my partner, Greg, applauding too. Everyone in that gym was elated
that Tommy’s determination had paid off. After the game, there were
lots of high f ves for Tommy. You could tell he was so happy as I
gave him a pat on the back. I congratulated the opposing coach on
his team’s play and sportsmanship. The coach said “Not only did we
play well, everyone scored! Even more important, Tommy scored
for his team!”
Tommy’s game reminded me of why I off ciate. It makes the hours
of training, the thousands of miles that I travel to and from games, and
the dealing with diff cult coaches and fans, worth the time and energy
that it takes to be an of f cial. It reminded me of all the good things
that do happen in youth sports.We (off cials and coaches) play a very
special role that is so important in promoting good sportsmanship
and fair play. I know for one young boy named Tommy, that he will
never forget this game--and neither will I.
This true story was written by Michael Thomas
a member of IAABO Board 8 in CT, a certified
basketball official for the past 12 years.
2010-11 NFHS Basketball Rules Changes
2-8-5;
3-3-8
Changed the guidelines and procedures for identifying
and removing a player who exhibits signs, symptoms
and/or behaviors consistent with a concussion.
3-5-3a
The list of permissible headband and wristband colors
was changed to include any single solid school color.
10-3-6i;
10-5-5
Specif c rules were added to address the unsporting acts
of a player leaving the playing court for an unauthorized
reason to demonstrate resentment, disgust or intimidation
and team members leaving the bench area and/or playing
court for an unauthorized reason.
2010-11 Major Editorial Changes
3-3-1a
NOTE;
4-34-2
Clarif ed that when a substitute is not properly reported,
the players in the game at the conclusion of the quarter/
when the time-out was granted shall begin play for the
new quarter/after the time-out. During an intermission,
all team members are bench personnel for the purpose of
penalizing unsporting behavior.
3-4-2d
Clarif ed that a school or conference logo/mascot may
be located at the apex/opening of the neckline, in the
corresponding area on the back of the jersey and/or in the
either side insert.
3-5-2
Clarif ed the requirements for guards, casts and braces
and that a protective face mask shall be worn molded to
the face.
4-4-7d
Clarif ed that the ball is at the disposal of a player when
it is available after a goal and the off cial begins the
throw-in count.
7-6-6
Clarif ed that when the ball is awarded to the wrong
team, the mistake must be rectif ed before the throw-in
ends.
2010-11 Points of Emphasis
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Rules Enforcement
Sportsmanship
Perimeter Play
Closely-guarded Situations
Principle of Verticality
May/June 2010
2010 Spring Meeting Awards and Appointments
At theApril 17th Life Membership Luncheon
in Gettysbur g, Pennsylvania, the following
IAABO members were presented with the
prestigious award of IAABO Life Membership:
Ron Chapdelaine, Bd. 26 MA
Bob Huber, Bd. 60 NY
Charles Ketter, Bd. 107 ONT
Ron Martel, Bd. 208 MA
Bill Ryan, Bd. 38 NY
50 year awards were presented to:
Richard Marien, Bd. 8 CT
Lou Filippetti, Bd. 9 CT
Raymond Brown, Bd. 28 MA
Donald Davidoff, Bd. 36 NY
Raymond Strype, Bd. 37 NY
Jack Schroll, Bd. 40 NY
George Rooney, Bd. 49 NY
William Kiser, Bd. 51 NY
Bob Mara f no, Bd. 53 NY
William Parker, Bd. 53 NY
Robert Cantini, Bd. 55 OH
Jim DelVecchio, Bd. 55 OH
John St. John, Bd. 55 OH
Robert Lee, Bd. 127 NY
John Zamos, Bd. 168 NY
Appointments and Elections
At the General Assembly Meeting held
Sunday, April 18, 2009, in Gettysbur
g,
Pennsylaniva, Mark Byron, Bd. 20, ME, was
unanimously voted into of f ce as President.
Tony Haley , Bd. 1 17 NH, was elected as
President-Elect and Mike Hammond, Bd. 27,
MA, was elected as Vice-President.
Elected to 3-year terms on the Executive
Committee were:
Dennis Mur;hy, Bd. 1 17 NH (Region 1 1);
Willie LA Jones, Bd. 12 DC (Region 6); and
John “Jack” Sweeney , Bd. 40 NY (Region
1) were all re-elected to 3-year terms. Ron
Martel, Bd. 208 MA was elected to serve as the
Executive Committee member for Region 2
replacing Mike Hammond who was elected as
the Vice-President.
President Mark Byron made the following
appointments:
Audit & Budget
Larry Machione, Bd. 208 MA, Chair
Dennis Millevoi, Bd. 194 NJ, Asst. Chair
Joe Gintoli, Dennis Murphy, Dennis Herbert,
Executive Liaisons
Felix Addeo, Henry Hailstock, Bill Loftus,
Advisors
Board Relations and Policy
Joe Mitchell, Bd. 134 MD, Chair
Ron Chapdelaine, Bd. 26 MA, Asst. Chair
Jack Sweeney . Ron Martel, L.A. Jones,
Executive Liaisons
Lou DeGeor ge, Henry Hailstock, Ken
Walker, Advisors
Constitution
Steven Ellinger, Bd. 205 TX, Chair
T.J. Halliday, Bd. 20 ME, Asst. Chair
Tom Reese, David Smith, Paul Spinelli,
Executive Liaisons
Ron Brown, Lou Engle, Jack Doyle,
Advisors
Life Membership
Gary Pucino, Bd. 84 RI, Chair
Tim O’Brien, Bd. 44 MA, Asst. Chair
Joe Gintoli, W. Alan Smith, Tom Reese,
Executive Liaisons
Jack Doyle, Lou Engle, Len Maida, Dick
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MacKenzie, Bill Varno, Committee Members
Membership
Sal Capitummino, Bd. 36 NY, Chair
Jaimie Mccaig, Bd. 102 ONT, Asst. Chair
Barry Fuller, Dennis Herbert, Jack Sweeney,
Executive Liaisons
Bob Gamble, William R yan, Bill Varno,
Advisors
Rules Examination
Roger MacTavish, Bd. 39 NY, Chair
Paul Behr, Bd. 403 SC, Asst. Chair
Tom Reese, Willie L.A.. Jones, W. Alan
Smith, Executive Liaisons
Bill Loftus, Bill Varno, Peter Webb, Advisors
Officials Education and Development
Peter Webb, Bd. 111 ME, Chair
Lou Filippetti, Bd. 9 CT, Asst. Chair
Jeff Benedict, W. Alan Smith, Paul Spinelli,
Executive Liaisons
Dan Barringer , Peter Carroll, Len Maida,
Advisors
Women’s Coordinating
Bob Bernier, Bd. 8 CT, Chair
Barbara Eppley, Bd. 70 PA, Asst. Chair
Barry Fuller, Ron Martel, Dennis Murphy ,
Executive Liaisons
Ron Brown, Jack Doyle, Dick MacKenzie,
Advisors
Parlimentarian and Legal Counsel
Alan Goldberger, Bd. 33 NJ
Honorary President
Dr. Ken Walker, Bd. 84 RI
Honorary Executive Director
Jack Doyle, Bd. 27 MA
IAABO Past President George B. “Pete” Sheehan Passes
George B. “Pete” Sheehan, passed away
on Sunday, April 11th. He was the beloved
husband of Jacqueline J. (Pedneault) Sheehan,
to whom he was married for 54 years.
He was born in Lowell, MA on January 28,
1927, and he was the son of the late Henry
F., and Blanche (Gosselin) Sheehan. He
graduated from Keith Academy and attended
Northeastern University and the University of George B. “Pete” Sheehan
Indiana.
He served his country in the United States Navy during World War
II.
A registered Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor , Pete was a
retired engineer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
He was a well known and recognized basketball off cial, joining the
International Association of Approved Basketball Off cials (IAABO)
in 1952. He was a charter member of the Greater Lowell Board No.
95, and served as the board president. He later became Secretary-
Treasurer for over 30 years.
He was very active in IAABO nationally , and in 1990 he was
elected the international president. He was also a longtime member of
the Collegiate Basketball Off cials Association, and was an Honorary
Life member in both IAABO and CBOA. In recognition for his years
of dedicated service, IAABO created the “George B. “Pete” Sheehan
Sportsmanship Award” given to deserving high school students.
He was an avid golfer and was a member of Longmeadow Golf
Club for almost 40 years.
Pete was also given the privilege of touring Air Force One, the
President’s plane.
Surviving him, besides his wife, is his daughter
, Linda D. of
Tewksbury, MA; and son, John P . of Clinton, MA; sisters-in-law ,
Gloria Sheehan of Dracut, MA, and Grace Pedneault of Everett, MA
and brother-in-law, Paul J. Pedneault of Dracut, MA; several nieces
and nephew and many, many good friends.
He was also the brother of the late attorney , Paul E. Sheehan of
Lowell, MA, and Alban G. Sheehan of Reading, MA.
IAABO Life Mem
Plays Host to a
Bob Huber, Bd. 60 NY, prepares to speak to the capacity
crowd at the Life Membership luncheon.
Tom Lopes, Executive Director, IAABO, Inc
106, Ontario, Canada, and Executive Comm
Tom Lopes, Executive Director, IAABO, Inc. and Life
Member recipient Ron Martel, Bd. 208, Massachusetts
A sold out audience paid tribute to the 2010 class at
Ceremony on Saturday, April 17th. The luncheon high
beautiful Windham Hotel in historic Gettysburg, PA. L
year’s event, which honored five deserving candidates w
become IAABO’s premier event, focusing on the outsta
Executive Director Tom Lopes served as the Master of
served as the Videographer; both did an outstanding
Following a brief personal biography of each honoree,
ring. It was quite evident that each of these gentlemen
IAABO and the game of basketball.
The following IAABO members were inducted: Ron
Huber, Rochester Board #60, Charles Ketter, Ontario
Board #208, and William Ryan, Central New York Di
The inductees all expressed heartfelt gratitude for t
loved ones who inspired them to pursue their officiat
lifelong friends. The recipients also stated the importa
providing aspiring officials with similar opportuniti
clearly represent the quality standards and principals s
richly deserve this prestigious award.
The IAABO family wishes to commend and offer our
their immediate and extended families.
bership Induction
Capacity Crowd
Life member recipient Bill “Nibsy” Ryan
., Life Member recipient Charles Ketter, Bd.
mittee Member, Region 9, Dennis Herbert
the 11th Annual Honorary Life Membership Induction
lighted the IAABO Annual Spring meeting held at the
Local Board #70 provided a hospitable backdrop to this
with the Association’s highest honor. The Ceremony has
anding accomplishments of Life Membership inductees.
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g job recognizing the achievements of each recipient.
the inductees received the prestigious Life Membership
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nald Chapdelaine, Massachusetts Board #26, Robert
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those who have mentored them over the years, their
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ance of teaching others and giving back to the game by
es to foster their officiating careers. These gentlemen
set forth by IAABO and the officiating community and
r sincere congratulations to the honorees, as well as to
Tom Lopes, Executive Director, IAABO, Inc. and Life
Member recipient Ron Chapdelaine, Bd. 26, Massachusetts
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IAABO Sportorials
Maine to Host 2010 Fall Seminar
The Maine
State Basketball
Council and Board
21 of
Western
Maine will
proudly host the
2010 IAABO Fall
Seminar in South
Portland Maine.
The seminar will
be held September
8-12 at the Sable
Oaks Marriot
on the coast of
Casco Bay. When
contacting the
Marriot, please
make sure to ask
for the IAABO
rate.
The Roger P Sheraton hospitality suite will be open Wednesday
evening for early arrivals and those who plan to participate in the
very f ne Sable Oaks Golf outing. There will be a Maine f avor to
the activities around the seminar with a Casco Bay Cruise, a shopping
trip to Freeport’ s outlets and LL Bean, a Clam and Lobster Bake,
and a Sunday morning Maine Pancake Breakfast. The spouse/guest
breakfast will be held on Saturday morning.
Shuttles to the Maine Mall, Portland’s Old Port, and the airport will
be provided.
Scheduled events include golf, a sunset cruise on Casco Bay , a
spouse/guest breakfast, Lobster/Clam Bake and a Maine blueberry
pancake breakfast.
Registration forms for all events, hotel registration and seminar
registration can be found on pages 14 and 15.
We look forward to seeing you in Maine.
Special Event Registration
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Lobster/Clam Bake
Cost: $30/6:00 - 9:00 PM
Name: ______________________________
Board Number: ____________
Names of additional guests attending:
1. _______________________________________
Special Event Registration
Friday, September 10, 2010
Sunset Cruise with meal on Casco Bay
(Cash Bar)/$22 Per Person
Name: ______________________________
Board Number: ____________
Names of additional guests attending:
1. _____________________________________
2. _____________________________________
3. _____________________________________
Total Enclosed __________
Send check and form to: IAABO Board No. 21, ATTN: Barry Fuller
Echo Farm PO Box 17, Bowdoin ME 04287 Registration Deadline: August 23, 2010
Spouse/ Guest Breakfast
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Name: ______________________________
Board Number: ____________
Number of Guests: _______________
Note: Each IAABO members is entitled to one guest (spouse/significant
other). Additional guests are invited at a cost of $20.00 each.
Send check and form to: IAABO Board No. 21, ATTN: Barry Fuller
Echo Farm PO Box 17, Bowdoin ME 04287 Registration Deadline: August 23, 2010
Special Event Registration
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Maine Blueberry Pancake Breakfast
No Fee
Name: ______________________________
2. _______________________________________
Board Number: ____________
Names of additional guests attending:
3. _______________________________________
1. _______________________________________
Total Enclosed ____________
2. _______________________________________
Send form to: IAABO Board No. 21, ATTN: Barry Fuller
Echo Farm PO Box 17, Bowdoin ME 04287 Registration Deadline: August 23, 2010
Send form to: IAABO Board No. 21, ATTN: Barry Fuller
Echo Farm PO Box 17, Bowdoin ME 04287 Registration Deadline: August 23, 2010
May/June 2010
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Hotel Registration Form
Marriott-Portland Sable Oaks
South Portland, ME 04106
Call Toll Free or Complete Form Below and Return
1-800-752-8810
Tour the hotel via their website
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pwmap-portland-marriott-at-sable-oaks
Olympic Torchbearer
How wonderful is it to know that one of our own had the
privilege to participate in the 2010 Winter Olympics. Yes,
we know that basketball is considered a summer sport, but
IAABO’s own – Canadian Ron Foxcroft, IAABO Bd. 1 12,
Hamilton, Ontario got to participate as an OlympicTorchbearer
in the Vancouver Games. Not only did he have the privilege of
Name _____________________________ Bd. No._______
Address _________________________________________
City ___________________ State _______ Zip _________
For Reservation: Arrival _______ Departure _______
No. of Rooms: _____ @ $152/night x ______ # of nights
Total $___________
______ I’ve enclosed my check for the f rst night’s deposit to
hold reservation or
Charge my card ___ AMEX ___ MasterCard ___ Visa
Credit Card No. ____________________ Exp. __/__/__
Signature _______________________________________
Mail to: 200 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland, ME 04106
Rooms are available at a meeting rate of $152 per night plus applicable
taxes.
Golf Registration
Thursday, September 9, 2010/8:00 AM Shotgun Start
Sable Oaks Golf Coure / $90.00/Golfer
Foursomes who wish to play together should
be specified on the registration form. Make full
payment for the foursome listed below:
Name: ________________________________
being a torchbearer and extending the trail of Northern lights,
but he was the f nal torchbearer before his local community’ s
celebration. This meant that he carried the Olympic Flame for
the last segment, before arriving at and lighting the cauldron at
the community celebration.
This is a unique and very privileged role bestowed upon
people who have proven great service to their community
.
Ron was selected because of his outstanding contributions
to his community , and for being an everyday champion of
positive change.
What an honor! We at IAABO acknowledge his support of
IAABO and are aware of his humanitarian efforts in his home
country of Canada and also here in the states.
Congratulations Ron! IAABO is so proud of you.The Torch
Relay staff picked the best for this great honor! Well done.
Final Four Moment
Total Enclosed: ___________
List Members of Foursome:
1. _____________________ Shirt Size______
2. _____________________ Shirt Size______
3. _____________________ Shirt Size______
4. _____________________ Shirt Size______
(Shirt Sizes not guaranteed)
Send check and form to:
IAABO Board No. 21
ATTN: Barry Fuller
Echo Farm PO Box 17
Bowdoin ME 04287
Registration Deadline: August 23, 2010
Tom Lopes, Executive Director, IAABO, Inc., spends a brief
moment with Robert Kanaby, Executive Director, NFHS, and
congratulates him on his recent retirement.
May/June 2010
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IAABO Officials’ Schools
Registration for the 2010 IAABO Of f cial’s Schools is in full gear
and they are f lling up quickly with one already sold out.
A staf f
headed by Tom Lopes, Executive Director of IAABO and PeterWebb,
Coordinator of Interpreters along with a staff of veteran off cials who
have off ciated at the highest levels of both collegiate and high school
basketball, stand ready to make your experience worthwhile.
IAABO schools are designed to make you a better of
f cial by
involving you in stimulating classroom sessions, on the court
off ciating with experienced observers, and follow up and feedback
through the use of DVD’s for you to keep.
The schedule for the schools is established and includes: University
of Northern Colorado (June 17-19), Bryant University (June 25, 26,
27), Susquehanna University (July 16, 17, 18), Rutgers University
IAABO BASKETBALL
Officials’ School
The Director of the IAABO Of f cials’ School is Tom
Lopes, IAABO Executive Director and recently retired
Division I Basketball Of f cial. Tom is assisted by Peter
Webb, IAABO Coordinator of Interpretors.
Program
IAABO Of f cials’ Schools are dedicated to improving the
off ciating skills of the men and women who enroll.
The
program will be designed to bene f t those who wish to
embark upon a career in of f ciating as well as those who
seek ref nement of their skills. Classroom sessions will cover
all aspects of of f ciating with lectures, f lms, workshops
and testing. During the afternoon and evening sessions, all
off cials will off ciate games.
Those attending the school will be housed in college
dormitories and all meals will be held in college dining halls
except for UNC Greeley.
Each off cial will receive a certif cate denoting completion of
the course of study provided by the IAABO Off cials’ School.
Only National Federation Rules and mechanics will be taught
and used.
Staff
The staff is made up of veteran scholastic and collegiate
off cials and interpreters and supervisors who act as
observers, utilizing videotape recordings. Leading rules
authorities are included among the lecturers and clinicians.
(June 25, 26, 27) and a women’s only school at Hew Haven University
already sold out (July31, Aug 1).
Schools are f lling up quickly so don’t be left out. You can f nd the applications as well as scholarship applications on our website
www.iaabo.org
IAABO’s mission of training and educating basketball off cials, regardless of one’s number of years of experience, will once again
be center stage at the schools. If you are relatively new of f cial with little experience or a veteran who wants to go back and review
the basics, the IAABO Off cial’s School is the right choice for you.
IAABO Schools have been in existence for over 30 years and have trained thousands of of f cials. The schools are structured with
a fair balance of of f ciating games, utilizing both two and three person mechanics and classroom sessions covering topics such as
block- charge, traveling, etc.
IAABO’s goal is to address all questions related to basketball of f ciating and to ensure that each of f cial departs the school with a
sense of accomplishment knowing that he/she will be a better basketball off cial during the next season.
You owe it to yourself to be the best you can be, and we can help you reach this goal.
APPLICATION—IAABO BASKETBALL OFFICIALS’ SCHOOL—2010
Please register me for the session circled. Enclosed is my $200 nonrefundable deposit. Balance is due on or before May 1, 2010. Discount provided for nonresident attendees.
Name _________________________________________________________________
Home Address __________________________________________________________
City___________________________________________________________________
State ___________________________________________ ZIP ___________________
Telephone: (Home) ____________________________ (Work) ____________________
Email address __________________ IAABO Board No. _____ Years Experience _____
Signature ______________________________________________________________
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Circle the session that you are attending
June 17–19, 2010
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
Tuition is $175 for the school, $25 discount - returnees
June 25–June 27, 2010
Bryant University, Smithfield, RI
Tuition is $300 for the school
$25 discount for IAABO members, $25 discount - returnees
June 25–27, 2010
Rutgers University, Piscataway, NJ
Tuition is $300 for the school
$25 discount for IAABO members, $25 discount - returnees
July 16–18, 2010
Susquehanna University, Selingsgrove, PA
Tuition is $300 for the school
$25 discount for IAABO members, $25 discount - returnees
IAABO Sportorials
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P.O. Box 355
Carlisle, PA 17013-0355
May/June 2010
Periodicals
IAABO Lines
Congratulations to: Bob Ferrarotti, Bd. 7 CT, on being selected as the 2010 CIAC Merit award recipient;
Hy Ruwet, Bd. 7 CT, on being selected as the 2010 Donald “Red” Lomme award recipient.
Condolences to John Cook, Bd. 46 NY, on the passing of his father; Sammy Cook, Bd. 403 SC, on the passing of
his father; Steve Rossiter, Bd. 185 NY, on the passing of his father; IAABO Board No. 63 PA, on the passing of
longtime member, Mario J. Donnangelo; Jerry Slawek, Bd. 53 NY, on the loss of his mother; Dennis Dukat, Bd.
53 NY, on the loss of his mother; Kerry Joseph, Bd. 12 DC, on the passing of his mother; IAABO Board No. 6
CT on the loss of their member, Harold Mayo; Charles Jolly, Bd. 12 DC, on the passing of his mother;
Board 214 MD on the passing of their President, Mike Kelley; Dr. John Powers, Bd. 12 DC, on the passing of his
father; IAABO Board No. 53, NY, on the loss of their longtime member, Julius J. Duquin; Bill Varno, Bd. 36 NY
and IAABO Past President, on the passing of his mother-in-law; Gregory Askins, Bd. 157 MD, on the passing of
his mother-in-law; Family of Mario J. Donnangelo, Bd. 63 PA on his passing; IAABO Board No. 161 NY, on the
loss their member, David Alix; Bob Moccia, Bd. 119 NY, on the passing of his son, David.