The Course
Immerse yourself in a comprehensive training experience designed to refine every aspect of your officiating signals. This course features over 30 modules that cover nearly every approved high school signal, meticulously broken down into specific sections. From starting and stopping the clock signals to informative and scoring signals, each module focuses on a core skill to elevate your on-court presence and accuracy. 📏
What’s Inside:
• ⏱ Starting & Stopping the Clock
• 🏀 Informative Signals:
• 🔢 Scoring & Shooting Signal:
• 🚫 Violation Signals
• 📝 Foul Reporting to the Scorer’s Table
• 📈 Personalized Feedback:
By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools to deliver signals with precision, confidence, and professionalism, giving you the edge needed to excel as a high school basketball official.
In this intensive training program, officials will learn how to present every signal with precision and confidence, adding that burst and pop needed to stand out on the court. Each module is crafted to help you master the fine details, from pro tips on each signal to advanced techniques for displaying them with maximum clarity. You’ll gain the knowledge to look sharp and convey every call with professional authority.
You’ll also learn different variations of each signal, adjusting the grip level and position based on the specific play to narrate what happened clearly. This course will equip you with the skills to handle every game situation with confidence and accuracy.
Curriculum

Your instructor
With over a decade of experience as an NCAA and NFHS basketball official, Paul Diasparra brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and passion to the field of officiating. As the founder of Crown Refs, Paul has built a thriving community dedicated to supporting, educating, and mentoring basketball officials at all levels. Crown Refs is an innovative platform that combines educational content, hands-on training, and mentorship to elevate the skills and professionalism of referees across the nation.
Through Crown Refs, Paul offers comprehensive training programs like the Signal School Boot Camp, where officials can refine their signaling, enhance their court presence, and master the art of officiating. His teaching approach blends rigorous technical training with real-world applications, fostering an environment where officials can grow with confidence and clarity. Paul’s dedication to the officiating community has made him not only a respected educator and mentor but also a catalyst for change and improvement in the field, inspiring the next generation of officials.