Updated Yearly Objectives

NSBO Work Plan

Objectives for 2021/22 Season

Update NSBO’s Return to Play guidelines
Deliver regional clinics reviewing FIBA Official Basketball Rule Changes, Interpretations, and highlighting the CBOC National Points of Emphasis for 2021/22
Continue working with BNS on alignment to establish the framework of the Provincial Basketball Officials’ Commission
Complete all contract negotiations with clients
Continue to identify and develop a program for High Performance Officials
Review present structure of our Certification Program and develop a formal program to assist officials in their advancement
Meet with Basketball Nova Scotia to identify funding opportunities to assist NSBO with shared objectives
Share all information received from CBOC in a timely fashion
Identify initiatives focusing on the recruitment, retention, and advancement of officials
Promote awareness and participation to the Caulfield Camp of Excellence
Establish a working committee to examine the Areas of NSBO and possibilities of re-alignment of the Areas
Examine the role and duties of the Area Supervisors
Identify and submit names for NSSAF Championships

Objectives	Action By	Status
Update NSBO’s Return to Play guidelines	Roger Caulfield Paul Hanson Completed	The guidelines were updated, distributed to the membership, and posted on the website.
Deliver regional clinics reviewing FIBA Official Basketball Rule Changes, Interpretations, and highlighting the CBOC National Points of Emphasis for 2021/22	Roger Caulfield	Educational clinics will be offered to all areas (some virtual/some in person). Clinic schedule has been announced. All clinics will be approximately 90 minutes in length. Area Supervisors will be provided with applicable documentation prior to the clinics.
Continue working with BNS on alignment to establish the framework of the Provincial Basketball Officials’ Commission	Adam Detienne Alan King Paul Hanson	This is a major priority of CBOC. Presently, the only province with a commissioner in place is B.C. Nfld is presently working out final details. Our Executive recognizes the importance of working with BNS to move this initiative forward. BNS is currently looking at filling vacant positions. Further discussions will take place once BNS has selected a new Executive Director.
Complete all contract negotiations with clients	Reg Caulfield Roger Caulfield	Due to Covid-19, all contracts will remain in force. No change in rates for this season. The AUS contract is still being negotiated.
Continue to identify and develop a program for High Performance Officials	Roger Caulfield Chris Holland Brian States	The High-Performance Program has been better defined so expectations and advancement opportunities are clear. This program is under the supervision of the AUS/ACAA Panel Supervisor, The Provincial Evaluator, and the Member at Large. Officials can be nominated to the High-Performance Program by their Area Supervisor or by evaluators in Nova Scotia. We presently have approximately 20 officials on the list.
Review present structure of our Certification Program and develop a formal program to assist officials in their advancement	Chris Holland	Several initiatives related to this objective were not completed last year. Many of these initiatives will require funding to produce desired results. Jen McKenzie and Greg Parsons have been trained on this initiative and will be working with the Provincial Assessor. Initial meetings have been held to prepare a submission for funding to BNS. One of the priorities will be to identify and train referee coaches in all areas. Anyone looking for more information on this program should contact Chris Holland.

Meet with Basketball Nova Scotia to identify funding opportunities to assist NSBO with shared objectives	Adam Detienne Paul Hanson	There are many opportunities to acquire funding; however, submissions must be comprehensive and meet specific criteria to ensure approval. This will be an ongoing initiative throughout the season.
Share all information received from CBOC in a timely fashion	Reg Caulfield	The “Whistle Blast” publication is an excellent source of information. Presently, CBOC is offering several webinars and courses for officials’ development (officials must register with CBOC). Our President takes part in CBOC conference calls which offers him an opportunity to share information. Note: CBOC have also created a document that outlines the value of being a member of their organization.
Identify initiatives focusing on the recruitment, retention, and advancement of officials	Adam Detienne Roger Caulfield	The President is working on establishing a committee to assist with this initiative. They will consider many modes of communication. The committee will be able to reference the work already completed by CBOC. Initial meetings have already taken place and have generated some positive ideas. Roger has identified 2 initiatives he will be coordinating. For instance, he is asking every area to have their officials bring a friend to the upcoming clinics. Roger will also be preparing a write-up to be published in a Halifax newspaper to generate some interest in officiating.
Promote awareness and participation in the Caulfield Camp of Excellence	Roger Caulfield	Last year’s camp was cancelled due to Covid-19 restrictions. This camp offers an excellent opportunity for officials looking for advancement. It is usually held in July and fills up very quickly. More information will be available in the upcoming months.
Establish a working committee to examine the Areas of NSBO and possibilities of re-alignment of the Areas	Adam Detienne Alan King	NSBO’s President will be selecting committee members from various areas to assist in this initiative. In the past, we reviewed re-alignment and the decision was to keep things status quo. However, it’s time to take another look at it.
Examine the role and duties of Area Supervisors	Chris Holland Reg Caulfield	Operational Guidelines Committee will be responsible for this initiative. Reg has requested feedback from Area Supervisors regarding their positions. The Committee will meet shortly to complete this objective.
Identify and submit names for NSSAF Championships	Chris Holland	NSSAF Championships require timely submissions with an emphasis on quality service. The selection of officials should be in line with advancement, education, and development initiatives. Chris will be establishing a format for this.
OTHER NSBO RELATED INITIATIVES
FIBA 2021-22 Exam Window	Roger Caulfield	It’s that time again! The 2021-22 FIBA Exam window will be offered through Game Plan from November 1 – December 13. Officials are encouraged to review resource documents.
2021-22 CBOC Points of Emphasis Illegal Contact Screening Game Control Unsportsmanlike Foul	Roger Caulfield	POE’s will remain the same as last year’s. Roger will review reference material at his clinics.
NSBO Operational Guidelines and Rules and Regulations	Executive Chris Holland	Documents have been revised and approved by the Executive at the AGM. Chris Holland to forward the revised document to Paul Hanson for posting on website.
Awards	Reg Caulfield Paul Hanson	Names have been submitted for the Wink Willox Award (Jennifer McKenzie) and the Ritchie-Nicurity Scholarship (Brianna Hiltz). Last year’s awards will be presented soon. Recipients for this year’s award will be announced at the end of October.
Level III Certification	Roger Caulfield Chris Holland	Roger, Chris and Area Supervisors are reviewing officials eligible to receive their Level III Certification Certificate.
Risk Management	Area Supervisors	Keep and maintain all officiating records regarding evaluations, assignments, etc. in the event they are required for any legal proceedings.
Dues and Insurance	Paul Hanson Area Supervisors	Our membership will pay the same dues as last year (same collection structure remains in place). Area Supervisors must submit all names to Paul Hanson for record maintenance. Officials cannot work games until they have paid their dues. All games sanctioned by NSBO and BNS will have insurance coverage. Paul is presently finalizing details
Uniforms	Paul Hanson	No change to the present jackets and shirts. All orders must be submitted to Paul Hanson. New jackets will be introduced for the national championships.

USports Play-off Selections	Roger Caulfield	Roger is presently working out details to determine the allocation of officials to play-offs. It appears there will be some changes to the pending contract. The goal is to have the best officials possible officiating play-off games (with some representation from each province).
USports & ACAA Play-off Assignments	Selection Committee	To be announced end of January 2022.
Rates	Reg Caulfield Completed	All rates were approved at the AGM and the updated document has been distributed to Area Supervisors. Reg completed a review of the present rates and found we are among the highest in the country.
National Championships	Selection Committee	Selection Committee will meet in January and submit all appropriate documentation to the CBOC for their consideration.

2021 – 2022 Yearly Objectives