Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is NTBOA?
A. North Texas Basketball Officials Association officiates High School and Middle School basketball games across the North Texas Area.
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Q. Do I have to be certified?
A. Texas does not have any formal certification process. The local chapters do all training and recruiting of members.

Q. How much does it cost?
A. There are local dues and state dues which is $175 per year. Uniform costs typically include a starter package for approximately $165 that includes a shirt, shoes, pants and whistle. Equipment providers can be found at www.ReferARef.com.

Q. How do I get paid?
A. In most cases the school district pays you directly. Usually it takes a school about 45 days from the time you worked the game until you get your check in the mail.

Q. What about training?
A. Our chapter provides excellent training. We have veteran officials that will work with new members well before the season starts. We also have a mentor program that allows new members to ask questions of veteran officials throughout the season.

Q. How much do I get paid?
A. See the UIL Fee Schedule for compensation amounts per game.

Q. Where are the NTBOA meetings held?
A. Meetings are held at Denton High School in Denton, Texas.

Q. How do I get assigned games?
A. NTBOA uses a scheduling website called ArbiterSports.com. Click on this link to download software. Please note: An application has to be completed and dues paid prior to software download.

Q. How many games can I work?
A. The amount of games worked depends on you and your schedule.

Q. Where are games for NTBOA?
A. NTBOA covers games over all of the North Texas area. Our assignment secretary tries hard to keep our officials close to their homes and/or work.

Q. What do I need in the way of a uniform and where can I get it?
A. Basketball official uniform consists of black shoes, pants, socks, v-neck collarless officials shirt (grey must be worn for varisty), whistle (fox40) and black lanyard. The NTBOA provides vendors at some meetings. More information can be found at www.ReferARef.com.