Although most of our awards are recognized annually at the AGM in May, we would be remiss not to congratulate the following award recipients: Jeff Rose – winner of the Jim Lyle / Bob Wilmot Dedicated Official Award. This award is given out each year to a deserving individual (official) who exemplifies what being a […]
The Hamilton Board of Approved Basketball Officials would like to congratulate Ron Foxcroft on being named to the Order of Canada. The official news release from the Governor General was announced on Dec 27, 2018 and there is also a corresponding article in the Hamilton Spectator (Link broken) with additional details. Congratulations Ron!!
Congratulations to long-time Hamilton Board member Dave Foxcroft who was named today as the Referee for the 105th Grey Cup to be played on Sunday, November 26th, 2017. See the Full Press Release Here. Dave has been a member of the Hamilton Board of Approved Basketball Officials since September 1987. He has refereed in the […]
Nine Reasons to Become a Basketball Official 1. Develop Lifelong Friendships There is a relationship between referees that is hard to find elsewhere. Players are supported by coaches and fans. Referees only have each other. This reliance on one another and working together as a team creates a unique bond. 2. Enjoy the Social Aspects […]
Congratulations to Hamilton Board member and CFL Referee Dave Foxcroft on his first NFL game. Dave joins two other CFL referees who are crossing over to the NFL this year as part of an inter-league development program. Below are some “snaps” of Dave working the San Francisco / Denver game.
