The Crown Refs Podcast

#429 The Call I almost Missed | A year without a cell phone | Tommy Short | Former Pac-12 Official, Author, Speaker

28 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tommy Short is a former NCAA Division I men’s basketball official who built an impressive career working across multiple conferences before making t...

#428 Disabled, Not Unable | with Ryan Cadres | IAABO Board 54 President | Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month

21 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this moving episode, Ryan Cadres joins the Crown Refs Podcast in honor of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month to share his powerful journey through offi...

#427 Raising the Standards | The Rocky Road to Good Sportsmanship | with Brenda Hilton | Officiallyhuman.org

14 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brenda Hilton returns to the Crown Refs Podcast for a thoughtful conversation about her pioneering work through Officially Human and the long-term mis...

#426 Rapid Responses 14 | The Heavy-Duty Toolset for Stronger Communication | Read the article on SubStack

07 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rapid Responses 14 is a heavy-duty toolset built to help officials communicate with coaches more effectively and manage games with confidence. This ep...

#425 Community Chats 4 | February "26

28 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this community chat, we connect with officials from across the country—talking weather cancellations, getting back on the floor, and sharing real...

#424 quiet CONFIDENCE | Handling Coaches, Critics, & Pressure

07 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paul sits down for a wide-ranging conversation that traces his journey from physical education teacher to multi-level basketball offi...

#423 Community Chats | Join the Crown Refs Community on Patreon

31 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This community chat covers real challenges basketball officials face every week — from difficult coach interactions and rule disputes to game contro...

#421 The Clinician's Corner 3 | Attend our 2026 Camp

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this Clinician’s Corner, the focus was on the small details that separate “solid” from truly sharp officiating — especially in end-of-perio...

#421 Beyond the Whistle | feat. Dr. David Walker | Leadership Speaker & Former D1 Official

17 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. David M. Walker, a former NCAA Division I basketball referee, longtime physical educa...

#420 The Best of 2025 Mix | THANK YOU FOR 7 YEARS PODCASTING

10 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Best of 2025 Mix is a reflection of growth, evolution, and intentionality. As Crown Refs completes its seventh year of podcasting, this episode br...

#419 Game Notes 044 | Joshua Metoyer | Oxon Hill, MD

27 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Crown Refs 1-1 Game Notes session, we break down Josh's game film, communication decisions, and on-court mechanics with a focus on confide...

#418 Season-Ready: Best Practices that Matter for High School Officials

20 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paul delivers a comprehensive in-season talk to 60 high school basketball officials across Massachusetts, presented under the leaders...

#417 Ref Rob | The Internets Favorite Referee | feat. Rob Wann | Tik Tok Live

13 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Tik Tok Live edition of the Crown Refs Podcast, we sit down with one of the internet’s most entertaining and authentic officiating personali...

#416 The Skill Development Series | Part 2

06 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙 Skill Development Series • Part 2 brings you inside the very first Crown Refs Clinic, recorded live in April 2025. This episode delivers a wide...

#415 💪🏽Health & Hoops🏀 | Longevity, Injury Prevention, & Clean-Eating for Officials | w/Marc Vaccaro

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Crown Refs Community Q&A episode, Paul and Marc Vaccaro break down some of the most important health, fitness, and performance que...

#414 MIC'D UP: The Tool Helping Refs Gain Back Control | w/Tamara Jarrett

23 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tamara Jarrett is the current COO of Elements Athletics, she joins the Crown Refs Podcast to talk about her unique journey from high-level college bas...

#413 The Clinician's Corner 2

15 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode dives into the micro-details that separate an average official from an elite one. From refining your signals to eliminating unnecessary c...

#412 The Preseason Push 2 | Verbal Flops, Leading with Conviction, & How to Help our Partners.

08 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 2 of Preseason Push, we take you directly into the action with a raw blend of live high school fall league audio, and postgame feedback ins...

#411 The Clinician's Corner

01 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Step into The Clinician’s Corner, a special episode capturing the heart of Crown Refs camp culture—where education meets elevation. This episode f...

#415 💪🏽Health & Hoops🏀 | Longevity, Injury Prevention, & Clean-Eating for Officials | w/Marc Vaccaro

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Crown Refs Community Q&A episode, Paul and Marc Vaccaro break down some of the most important health, fitness, and performance que...

#410 How Officials Get Selected to the NCAA Tournament | with John Blazek | D2 Men's National Coordinator of Officials

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How Officials Get Selected: Behind the National Tournament ProcessIn this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we sit down with John Blazek, the Nationa...

#409 The Referee HelpDesk | Court Support #2

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of The Referee Help Desk brings together real officiating questions from across all Crown Refs platforms and turns them into lessons for ...

#408 The Referee HelpDesk | Court Support #1

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Referee Helpdesk, the customer support center for basketball officials. Each week, I take questions I’ve received from referees acros...

#407 The Preseason Push | feat. Chris Velaoras

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Preseason PUSH | Feat. Chris VelaorasThis episode features clips from May’s Crown Refs Skill Development Clinic (Signal School Session) plus new...

#406 NCAA-M Rules Review | Rule 10: Fouls & Penalties | Hosted by Chris and Mikaiya

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Crown Refs community rules session, Chris Velaoras and Mikaiya Moore led an in-depth breakdown of Rule 10: Fouls and Penalties, providing refe...

#405 Building Better Referees from the Ground Up | with Chris Rastatter | D1 Men's National Coordinator

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

FOR FULL EPISODE GO TO PATREON.COM/CROWNREFSChris Rastatter is the NCAA Men’s Division 1 National Coordinator of Officials, overseeing mechanics, tr...

#404 Pro City Runs | feat. Kenny Widgeon | with additional commentary

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Step inside the action at New York City’s legendary Pro City at LIU Brooklyn, where we miked up NBL official Kenny Widgeon. Kenny’s journey is as ...

#403 Whistle Wisdom | with Montrell Cade | Mentorship, Reps, & Confidence in Officiating | Division 1 Official

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this inspiring episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, Paul welcomes longtime community member and high-character official Montreal Cade, who currently ...

#402 The Coordinator's Cut | w/Lisa Mattingly | SEC Coordinator of Officials

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we welcome Lisa Mattingly, Coordinator of Officials for the SEC and one of the most respected voic...

#401 The Skill Development Series | Part 1

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Welcome to The Skill Development Series! This episode was recorded at our first-ever in-person event — the Crown Refs Skill Development Clin...

#400 Episode 400 | feat. Ashley Birch | G-League & NCAA-W Official

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Recorded live from CayVision Podcast Studios, episode 400 features Ashley Birch, a driven and inspiring NCAA Division I and NBA G-League official. Bor...

#399 Game Notes 043 | Jesse Stricherz | Belle Fourne, SD

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Game Notes 043, we sit down with South Dakota official Jesse Stricherz for a reflective and educational IPR breakdown. Jesse, who began officiating...

#398 Top 5 Ways to grow your officiating game | 5 Tips & Tricks Podcast

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we share a powerful conversation originally featured on the Five Tips & Tricks Podcast, where the spotl...

#397 How we built the Crown Refs Community | The Sports Corner Podcast

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we explore the journey from our inception to becoming a thriving community for basketball officials. The na...

#396 The Long List of Ingredients to cut out of your Diet | The Dialed In Podcast | Ep. 2

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Dialed In Podcast, Paul and Marc continue their mission of inspiring transformation and optimization. Marc dives deep into his ...

#395 From Stripes to Strategy | feat. Ken Joslin | Entrepreneur, Faith-Based Leader, Former NCAA Official | GROW STACK DRIVE

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we sit down with Ken Joslin, a former NCAA women’s basketball referee and college baseball umpire who tra...

#394 Runnin Ref | with Austin Ardrey

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we sit down with Austin Ardrey, also known as the Runnin Ref, to dive into the intersection of fitness, off...

#393 2025 In-Season Notes | Keep Serving the Game!

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Crown Refs Podcast, we dive into key insights for the 2025 season, breaking down the habits, mindset shifts, and game strategie...

#392 Paul's Transformation | The Dialed In Podcast Ep. 1

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the inaugural episode of The Dialed In Podcast, hosts Paul Diasparra and Marc Vaccaro take you on an inspiring journey through Paul’s remarkable ...

#391 Penny Davis | NCAA Women's National Coordinator | The Wonderful Women of Officiating Ep. 6

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Penny Davis is the NCAA Women's National Coordinator of Officiating for divisions 1, 2, & 3, a position she's held since 2019.  Before that, she had ...

#390 The Best of 2024 Mix | Thanks for 6 Years of Podcasting!

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we celebrate six incredible years of podcasting and reflect on the highlights of 2024! This year has been monumental for Crown Refs, with t...

#389 30 Big Tips for all Basketball Officials | feat. Sampson Brue | Mental Performance Coach

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

​ Be a Good Person: Build your foundation on character—be trustworthy, disciplined, and determined.​ Be Coachable and Teachable:​ Coachable: A...

#388 Carry the Torch | feat. Jess Smith | Nyack, NY | NCAA-W Division 1 Official

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we feature the inspiring journey of Jess Smith, a seasoned basketball official who has been making strides ...

#387 From Friday Night Lights to Super Bowl Sunday | w/Brian Neale | Entrepreneur/Podcaster/NFL Ump

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we welcome Brian Neale, a seasoned NFL official, successful entrepreneur, and co-host of the longest-runnin...

#386 Gerry’s Journeys | From HS courts to the Final Four | feat. Gerry Pollard

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are honored to have NCAA Men's Basketball Coordinator Gerry Pollard, a seasoned official with over two decades of on-court experie...

#385 Film Fam 2 | with Jay Bavolar & Matt Kellog

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Episode 2 of "Film Fam," featuring our community members Jay Bavolar from Hackensack, NJ, and Matt Kellog from Corry, PA. In this episode, ...

#384 Film Fam Ep. 1 | w/Anthony Johnson Jr. & Carter Mochinski | Crown Refs Mentor

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to introduce Film Fam, our new film review series at Crown Refs! Inspired by our Game Notes series, Film Fam will feature at least two o...

#383 Human Side of the Game ep. 1 | Ajay Gonnelli, Ashley Rivera, Chris Velaoras & Moore.

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Human Side of the Game," a collaboration between Crown Refs and Officially Human, we shine a light on the personal journeys of six...

#382 Mozelle’s Mentorship | with Mozelle Salazar | Crown Refs 1-1 Training

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is another Crown Refs Community Collab as we introduce Mozelle from Corpus Christi, Texas, entering her second season as an official. We ...

#381 Vincent’s Verifications | with Vincent Garrett | Crown Refs 1-1 training

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this episode of Vincent's Verifications! Vincent Garrett, a hungry first-year official with many questions and a burning desire to learn th...

#380 Mikaiya's Motivation | with Mikaiya Moore | Crown Refs 1-1

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce Mikaiya, whose tenacity for growth and improvement has motivated her to pursue excellence in officiating...

#379 Figuring it Out | with Brian Kenney | Available on Amazon

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are excited to welcome Brian Kenney, a wonderful human being with a rich and diverse background. Brian is a former Division I official, a current J...

#378 Professionalism Under Pressure | Insights w/Clarence Armstrong | NCAA-M's Tournament Official

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast as we sit down with NCAA men’s official Clarence Armstrong. Clarence, a former standout basketball player ...

#377 Unpacking Emotional Intelligence | with Duane Jourdeans

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode we welcome Duane Jourdeans, an expert in emotional intelligence and positive psychology, to explore the critical role of em...

#376 Quincy is Qualified | w/Quincy Smith | Minneapolis, MN | 15-year-old Official

22 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Crown Refs," we sit down with Quincy Smith, a remarkable 15-year-old basketball official from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Quincy share...

#375 Gary Vee X Crown Refs | Cultivating Gratitude & Patience in Officiating | feat. Gary Vaynerchuk

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this milestone episode of The Crown Refs Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome world-class entrepreneur and best-selling author Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary...

#374 Rapid Responses 16 | A 4-step approach to improved Game Management

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into enhancing communication with coaches and improving your confidence. Building on our prior material, we share updates to ...

#373 2024 Camp Scholarship Episode | 3rd annual Crown Refs Scholarship

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, we take the listeners on a heartfelt journey as we reach out to eight officials to award them scholarships for the upcoming c...

#372 Breakdowns w/Ben Minnow | Crown Refs 1-1 tier | patreon.com/crownrefs

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This 1-on-1 training session part of the Crown Refs mentoring program provided numerous insights and tips for aspiring basketball officials. Here are ...

#371 JumpStart Your Future | feat. Ben Lampron | Author & Basketball Official

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Lampron, a dedicated basketball official with the Minneapolis Officials Association, is a 3rd-year official from Edina, MN. Beyond the court, he i...

#370 From Whistle to Wisdom | feat. Randy McCall | 6-Final Fours

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Crown Refs podcast, we feature Randy McCall, a seasoned Division I official since 1992 with an impressive track record across m...

#369 50 Years in Stripes | A Game with William Modeste

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this intriguing episode, we sit down with William Modeste, an extremely well-respected official with a career spanning over fifty years. We recorde...

#368 SMB Training Academy | with Sylvia Biggett

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a collaboration with 𝗦𝗠𝗕 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, lead by all-world mentor, Sylvia Bigg...

#367 Signal School 11 | with The Community | Crown Refs Mentor

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thank you for another great Signal School session as your positive energy and kindness are infectious. Next time I will be sure to record the gallery ...

#366 Whitney’s Whistle | with Whitney Brown | Ep. 1 | Crown Refs 1-1 Membership

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our new mentee series with Whitney Brown, a 3-year official from Richmond, VA. Whitney is part of the Crown Refs 1-1 membership tier on Pat...

#365 Rapid Responses 15 | Scenario Pack | Available only at Patreon.com/crownrefs/shop

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thank you for your continued support of Crown Refs! Welcome to the 'Rapid Response Scenario Pack' — your go-to resource for developing the skill of ...

#364 Fostering Respect | w/Greg Krauska

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this compelling episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we engage in a profound discussion on the critical role of communication and respect within the ...

#363 Navigating the Game | feat. Jason Phillips | 19-year NBA Referee

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we learn about the career and philosophy of Jason Phillips, a retired NBA referee with an extensive officiating background that spans...

#362 In the Paint Ep. 4 | feat. John McNeal | Unbiased Zebras

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 ⁣ 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟭: 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁...

#361 Game Notes 042 | w/Grant Vermeer | Austin, TX | Crown Refs IPR

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here are some topics that Grant and I discussed on our follow up IPR call:⁣ ⁣ 1. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃...

#360 Down Under Dreams | feat. Kenny Widgeon | Hosted by Shawn Collenburg

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

𝗞𝗲𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗿.’𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗡𝗖𝗔𝗔...

#359 Rapid Responses 14 | North Eastern Nevada Officials Organization (NENOA)

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

𝟭𝟰 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚⁣ ⁣ 1. 𝗘𝘀𝘁...

#358 Rapid Responses 13 | 3 Zebras Camp | Classroom Q & A

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this 13th installment of "Rapid Responses," we focused on the importance of establishing clear pre-game discussions with coaches (if your state all...

#357 Fouls & Trolls Vol. 4 | feat. Marc Vacarro

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are happy to bring you Volume 4 of "Fouls and Trolls," hosted by Paul and his cousin Marc Vacarro. The episode highlights the importance of patienc...

#356 Fouls & Trolls Vol. 3 | feat. Marc Vacarro | @vfmovement

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the 3rd installment of one of our newest series "Fouls & Trolls," with co-host Marc Vaccaro. We jump into into viewer comments, reveal...

#355 The Best of 2023 Mix | Thank you for 5 years of this Podcast!

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the special “Best of 2023” edition of the Crown Refs Podcast, celebrating five incredible years of the audio experience dedicated to ba...

#354 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 8 | Coffeeshop Conversations

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

⁣In the series finale of “Coaching in Qatar,” Saif Aldossari, the director of the Doha Referees Camp and a pivotal figure behind the Qatar journ...

#353 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 7 | FIBA Signal School

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the seventh episode of "Coaching in Qatar," titled "FIBA Signal School," recorded at the Doha International Referee Camp in conjunction with the Qa...

#352 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 6 | 3 mins on Emotional Control

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest installment of the "Coaching in Qatar" series, we jump into the pivotal role of emotional control as this episode features a candid one-...

#351 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 5 | Managing ANY type of Coach

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the 5th installment of "Coaching in Qatar" series, as this episode zeroes in on the art of communication for basketball officials, pre...

#350 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 4 | A Universal Approach to Referee Communication

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the 4th installment of "Coaching in Qatar," as this episode delivers essential strategies for effective communication between basketba...

#349 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 3 | Positive Partnering

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the third installment of the "Coaching in Qatar" series, the focus shifts to fostering a supportive partnership among officials and mastering the c...

#348 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 2 | Postgame Feedback

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the second episode of "Coaching in Qatar," the podcast continues at the Doha International Referee Camp. The episode provides a detailed look at th...

#347 Coaching in Qatar | Episode 1 | Doha International Referee Camp

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode of "Coaching in Qatar" podcast series, recorded in March 2023 at the Doha International Referee Camp in conjunction with ...

#346 Crown Refs FIBA | feat. Petre Sudek | Qatar Pro League

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our latest Crown Refs FIBA episode, featuring none other than esteemed FIBA Referee Petr Sudek. Known for his prowess and international experience, Pe...

#345 Community Calls | November 2023 | Join Crown Refs Mentor today!

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 | 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯⁣ ⁣ In this Mentor Community Call, we...

#344 Crawford’s Court | An NBA Storybook | feat. Joey Crawford | Most NBA Finals Games (50)

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Joey Crawford's return to the Crown Refs Podcast, we created an NBA storybook involving some of the league’s most iconic players. He vividly pain...

#342 United Zebras Presents | Officiating Edge Podcast | John McNeal

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For episode 342 we wanted to promote John McNeal’s great work with Unbiased Zebras and use The Officiating Edge link as the only way to listen to th...

#341 Governing the Gloves | feat. Kenny Bayless | Hall of Fame Boxing Referee

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are privileged to have an in-depth conversation with the legendary boxing referee, Kenny Bayless. In his Hall of Fame career his vast experiences r...

#340 J.D. Collins | Former NCAA Men’s National Coordinator | Final Four Official

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest installment of the Crown Refs podcast, join us as we sit down with the distinguished NCAA official, J.D. Collins. With a storied career ...

#339 Fouls & Trolls Vol. 2 | feat. Marc Vaccaro

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the second episode of "Fouls & Trolls," we're joined by co-host Marc Vaccaro as we navigate through the controversial topic of giving warnings to a...

#338 Fouls & Trolls Vol. 1 | feat. Marc Vaccaro

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our fun and engaging new series, "Fouls & Trolls." As we wade through a sea of Tik Tok comments, we encounter a myriad of reactions, from e...

#337 The Porsha & Pauly Pod | Chapter 4

07 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to chapter 4 of the Porsha & Pauly Pod! In this insightful episode, we dissect specific in-game situations, delving into the subtle nuanc...

#335 Bridging the Gap Between Coaches and Officials | Coach Matt Philbrick | The Real Game Podcast

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this engaging episode, we delve into the vital role that communication plays in sports, particularly between coaches and officials. We underscore t...

#334 Lab Work Ep. 2 | w/Shari & Khalid | Crown Refs Mentor

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the second episode of the Crown Refs Podcast Series: Lab Work, with Shari and Khalid, who are husband and wife officials from Georgia....

#333 Roger on Repeat | Feat. Roger Ayers | Crown Refs Mentor

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with the highly experienced NCAA basketball official, Roger Ayers, who generously shares his profound insights from his j...

#332 Camp Clips 19 | Having all of your partners back | Join our Community

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Use these responses when a coach criticizes our partners or just use it anytime that you want to evoke an empathetic response from the coach after the...

#331 Camp Clips 18 | JC2 Officials Camp

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

J.B. Caldwell has been one of the officiating industry's top educators for quite some time now and is still as motivated as ever. More impressively, h...

#330 Camp Clips 17 | Reactionary decisions lead to IC’s | Join our Community | patreon.com/crownrefs

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Team A is in control in the front court when A2 and B2 intentionally pull each other to the ground. What's the correct NFHS ruling? Reporting the corr...

#329 Camp Clips 16 | Chemistry & Positive Crew Dynamics | Join our team today!

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Getting together on time-outs is a great way to show chemistry & improve the dynamics of the crew. Be mindful when getting together to not judge previ...