WBOA Courtside is an open and educational discussion into basketball officiating. Hosted by WBOA members Lance Losenegger and Justin Marien.
The podcast series covers a wide variety of topics from breaking down rules, discussing officiating philosophies and interviewing basketball officials.
Whether you are new to basketball officiating, an experienced veteran, a coach or a basketball fan, WBOA Courtside provides unique insights and perspectives into the world of basketball officiating.
In this episode, WBOA President Josh Manske reflects on his four years of leadership, discussing the challenges and rewards of officiating basketball. He emphasizes the importance of serving members, preparing for games, and making tough decisions. Josh shares proud moments from his presidency, discusses the future of the WBOA, and offers advice for aspiring officials and community leaders.
Catch up on past seasons at WISBOA.net/podcast.
WBOA Courtside signing off for the 2025-26 season. See you all next basketball season.
17 Mar 2026
You're Back... Now What? | S3E17
Officiating After Time Away.
What can you learn from taking a break? What can you learn from a multi-sport official?
Bill Topp, fresh off a return to football officiating after more than a decade not officiating, joins us. We learn from him and lean on his background with the National Association of Sports Officials and Referee magazine.
Catch up on past seasons at WISBOA.net/podcast and follow along on your favorite video, social, or podcast platform for new episodes each week.
10 Mar 2026
Do You Know When NOT to? | S3E16
Bobbie Reinhart joins us to talk about the discipline and courage required to pass on a whistle, even when the play looks awkward, or everyone in the gym expects a call.The conversation focuses on improving by strengthening your knowledge of rules, deepening your casebook study, and trusting your judgment in real time. We also discuss why the casebook can often be a more practical learning tool than the rulebook alone, helping officials better understand how rules apply in real game situations.Great officiating is not about how often you blow the whistle.Sometimes the best call is the no-call.Catch up on past seasons at WISBOA.net/podcast and follow along on your favorite video, social, or podcast platform for new episodes each week.
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