by Joe Gabriel | Jul 8, 2025 | IAABO Blog
Blog Post: July 8, 2025 Clarifying Throw-In SpotsNFHS 2025–26 Rule Change A significant 2025–2026 NFHS rules change aims to improve consistency and clarity in resuming play after fouls, violations, and other stoppages beginning next season. Officials will no longer...
by Joe Gabriel | May 17, 2025 | IAABO Blog
Blog Post: May 17, 2025 Leveling Up in the Off-Season: A Guide for IAABO Officials The off-season offers a valuable opportunity for officials to sharpen their skills, reinforce foundational knowledge, and return to the court more confident and prepared. Whether...
by Joe Gabriel | Apr 14, 2025 | IAABO Blog
Postseason Reflection: A Message to IAABO High School Basketball Officials As the final buzzer sounds on another high school basketball season, it’s time to take a step back, reflect on our experiences, and prepare for what lies ahead. Officiating is a journey of...
by Joe Gabriel | Mar 11, 2025 | IAABO Blog
The Dead Ball Foul – It’s Complicated (or Not) Ruling on a dead ball foul can be complicated. Let’s try and simplify it. In my first varsity contest this season, I had a quick and tough decision to make. I ruled a holding foul on defensive player B-1; after the foul,...
by Joe Gabriel | Jan 29, 2025 | IAABO Blog
Mid-Season Adjustments: Elevating Your Officiating Game Introduction: Why Mid-Season Adjustments Matter As we move into the second half of the season, teams and players have settled into routines, and so have we as officials. This is the perfect time to take stock of...
by Joe Gabriel | Jan 5, 2025 | IAABO Blog
The Official’s Superpower As we move past the holidays and the early-season honeymoon phase, the intensity of the basketball season begins to build. With the challenges that come from passionate coaches, competitive players, and energetic fans, this is the time for...
