Referees Committee Discusses Basketball Rules Amendments to Enhance Officiating Standards

Amman, October 26, 2026 – The Referees Committee of the Jordan Basketball Federation (JBF) held an expanded meeting on Saturday, October 24, at the Arena Hall in Al Hussein Youth City, with the participation of referees from various grades, table officials, commissioners and statisticians. The meeting formed part of the committee’s ongoing efforts to develop the officiating system, improve the capabilities of personnel involved in managing basketball competitions, and enhance their readiness to keep pace with the latest amendments to the International Basketball Rules.

The meeting was chaired by Referees Committee Chairman Nasser Abu Rasheed, who reviewed the key amendments to the rules of the game and provided a detailed explanation of their provisions, interpretations and implementation mechanisms. The meeting also discussed several previous officiating situations, with the aim of harmonizing interpretations and ensuring a precise understanding of the rules, thereby positively impacting the quality of officiating decisions and the effective management of games.

The meeting also addressed procedural aspects related to the work of table officials and statisticians, as well as mechanisms for recording fouls and documenting them during games. These discussions aimed to strengthen coordination among the various personnel and standardize working procedures in accordance with internationally approved regulations and instructions.

This meeting aligns with the Jordan Basketball Federation’s commitment to raising officiating standards and developing the capabilities of international and federation referees through continuous training and periodic technical reviews. It also reflects the federation’s efforts to prepare young officiating personnel capable of assuming responsibilities in the future, ensuring a continuous influx of new talent into the officiating system and establishing a sustainable framework for development across all aspects of the game.