FIBA Rule Changes for 2024

From Steve Wilkie, OABO Provincial Interpreter… This year’s rule changes by FIBA have been released and I have had the chance to review the changes.  While FIBA has only released the updated rule book thus far, Official interpretations will not be available until sometime this month.  I did want to get these out to you for the […]

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2024 Fox 40 Summer Camp – Special Guest Speaker Announcement & Camp Update

FOX 40 OFFICIALS CAMP Established in 1988 by FOX 40 Final plans for the 2024 edition of the Fox 40 Officials Camp are coming together and registration is now full. Email confirmations have been sent to all registered attendees – we look forward to seeing you on August 21 & 22, 2024 at Bishop Tonnos […]


Barry Coombe – 1943-2024

It is with great sadness that the executive announces the passing of long-time Hamilton Board referee and life member Barry Coombe. A full announcement can be found in the Hamilton Spectator at https://obituaries.thespec.com/obituary/barry-coombe-1089758101. Barry was a member of the Hamilton Board of Approved Basketball Officials for more than 45 years. His dedication was so well […]


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2024 Summer Camp Registration – CLOSED

FOX 40 OFFICIALS CAMP Established in 1988 by FOX 40 Dates for the 2024 Fox 40 Officials Camp held in affiliation with the Hamilton Board of Approved Basketball Officials have been confirmed – August 21 & 22, 2024 at Bishop Tonnos High School in Ancaster.  For more information and to register, please visit the Summer […]


OBA Rule Difference Chart (2023-24)

From OABO… Below you will find two links. First link is to the OBA Rules & Regulations Manual.  This manual will give you great detail into all of the age spicific rules for all OBA sanctioned events, including the Ontario Cups, OBLX, and OBA Club Tournaments. The second link is a referees cheat sheet.  This […]

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