ABOA Code of Ethics
A member in good standing of ABOA should:
• always conduct himself/herself as a representative of the sport of basketball as a whole.
• be obligated to report violations of these Code of Ethics to the ABOA Executive
• give his/her best effort in every game he/she officiates
• remove himself/herself from any obligations to any person affiliated with any game he/she might be assigned to officiate.
• avoid situations that might make him/her appear to be under obligation as above.
• be prompt for assignments
• apply the spirit and intent of the rules and uphold the integrity of the game.
• avoid criticizing or attempting to explain another official’s judgment or decisions.
• avoid arguing with players, coaches or other team personnel
• not solicit games from any coach, league or representative thereof
• not officiate a game with any non-ABOA active official unless it is specifically to assist with the development of that official.
• not officiate any game after having an alcoholic drink that day.
An official in violation of this Code of Ethics may be referred to the Grievance and Discipline Committee.
