
FAQ: BECOMING A REFEREE
Why should I become a referee?
There are so many reasons to become a referee including:
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Earn money and work flexible hours
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Be physically active and get fit
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Be involved in basketball (especially if you love the game)
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Gain a better understanding of basketball and its rules
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Meet new people, make new friends and share many great experiences
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Improve your life skills (e.g. communication, independence, confidence, decision making and awareness)

How much time is involved?
This is dependent entirely on you.
Trainees are required to attend 4 theory sessions and referee at least one day per week for approximately 7 weeks.
Qualified referees can choose a permanent position on a roster or a casual/emergency referee on any shift. Shifts run every day of the week
What age do I have to be to start training as a referee?
Any new children wishing to be a referee, must be 12 years of age when the first theory session starts of each school.
How much does a referee get paid?
It varies on the grade of the referee and whether it is a senior or junior competition. Payments range from $4 through to $25 per game.
I was once a qualified referee and would like to come back, what do I do?
Mildura Basketball is looking to get people back into refereeing who may have stopped for for any reason and are now able to get back on court. Whether you stopped 2 or 10 years ago we are happy to work with you, to upskill you with the changes to the game and get you on court.
Please complete our Returning/New to Location Application and we will be in touch!
For further queries please don't hesitate to contact the team at Mildura Basketball via CONTACT US