High School Level - 17 years of experience as a basketball official, leading to significant growth in my officiating career. Collegiate Level - 13 years of dedicated service, focusing on professional development in the sport.
The Blue Mountain Basketball Officials Association in High School, OR, and the Tri-Cities Sports Officials Association in High School, WA, are excellent organizations for those pursuing a basketball officiating career. For collegiate-level officials, the Northwest Athletic Conference (CC), Cascade Conference (NAIA), and Northwest Conference (NCAA Division III) offer great opportunities for professional development in officiating.
As a basketball official, I've had the opportunity to officiate at various prestigious events, including the NAIA Cascade Conference Semi-Finals. My officiating career has also included serving as the Director of the Tri-Cities Officials Academy. I've officiated in multiple WIAA 3A State Finals games, as well as OSAA 2A State Finals games and OSAA 3A State Finals games, showcasing my commitment to professional development in the sport. Additionally, I have officiated in several OSAA 1A State Finals games, multiple WIAA Regional Assignments, and numerous OSAA 'First Round' Playoff Assignments, along with various WIAA/OSAA District Championship Assignments.
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Forrest McKinnis