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Michael Dugas

Upton

Summary

Dedicated basketball referee with over three decades of officiating experience, recognized for strong conflict resolution and communication skills. Proven ability to maintain professionalism while ensuring adherence to game rules across diverse settings.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Basketball Referee Instructor

IAABO
South Central
08.2025 - Current
  • Trained and developed the new referee candidates for IAABO Board 208.
  • Assessed the performance of referee candidates, providing feedback to enhance their skills, knowledge, and confidence.
  • Ensured candidates were proficient in game rules, officiating mechanics, game management, and conflict resolution.
  • Coordinated workshops and seminars to ensure the skills of referee candidates.

Basketball Referee

IAABO Board 208
01.1993 - Current
  • Officiated over ____ basketball games for Junior Varsity, Varsity, AAU, Special Olympics, multiple adult leagues and The Harlem Wizards.
  • Maintained a safe environment while ensuring adherence to game rules and regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with coaches, players, and spectators throughout the event, and resolved disputes in an efficient manner to maintain game flow.
  • Maintained a professionalism and composure at all times while officiating games.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current basketball rules and officiating techniques.
  • Observed player conduct to maintain sportsmanship standards.
  • Collaborated with fellow referees for consistent officiating decisions.
  • Taught players and coaches the correct game rules while effectively officiating games.

President of IAABO Board 208

IAABO
South Central
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Upheld the IAABO regulations and values at all times while representing the board at meetings and functions.
  • Led and moderated all meetings of the board of directors.
  • Ensured all decisions and directives made by the board were carried out correctly and efficiently.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance officiating standards and training programs.

USMC 8541 Sniper

US Marines Corps
Camp Pendleton South
01.1979 - 12.1983
  • Served in the US Marine Corps as a Sniper for 4 years.
  • Volunteered as a basketball referee on base before I had gone through my formal training. Developed a passion for refereeing and learned how to manage my responses to difficult and high-pressure situations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05-1988

Skills

  • Game rules knowledge
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership skills
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Reliability and consistency
  • High-pressure decision making
  • Professionalism

Certification

  • IAABO Board Certified Basketball Referee
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References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Basketball Referee Instructor

IAABO
08.2025 - Current

President of IAABO Board 208

IAABO
01.2020 - 12.2022

Basketball Referee

IAABO Board 208
01.1993 - Current

USMC 8541 Sniper

US Marines Corps
01.1979 - 12.1983

Bachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature

California State University, Long Beach

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