LBOC

Laredo Basketball Officials Chapter is dedicated to upholding the highest standards in basketball officiating.

As part of the Texas Association of Sports Officials, we provide training, support, and certification for referees in the Laredo area.

10/02/2026

🏀 **STAY WITH THE GAME. GRAB A WHISTLE** 🏀

Throughout September, we’re highlighting officials and sharing the experiences, backgrounds, and passion that bring them to the court.

This week, we highlight **Clarissa Martinez**, whose connection to basketball extends well beyond officiating.

For the past **17 years**, Clarissa has served United ISD and currently works as a **Middle School Athletic Coordinator, PE teacher, and coach**. Whether she’s teaching, coaching, or officiating, basketball has remained an important part of her journey.

Clarissa first picked up the whistle years ago and has also spent time officiating recreational basketball. Returning to the court in stripes gives her the opportunity to experience the game from a different perspective while continuing to **challenge herself, build confidence, and grow as an official**.

As a coach, she helps athletes learn and develop. As an official, she gets to stay involved in the game she loves in an entirely different way.

For Clarissa, it all comes back to a simple reason: **she genuinely enjoys basketball and wants to stay connected to the game.**

Take a minute to hear Clarissa’s story and what brought her back to the court.

Interested in officiating? Maybe it’s time to grab a whistle and see where the game takes you.

🏀🔥 **Stay with the game. Grab a whistle.**

09/30/2026

Laredo Basketball Officials Chapter continues working hard during the offseason to make a positive impact in our community while educating our youth and growing as a chapter.

We were proud to be part of the United vs. Alexander volleyball rivalry game, where we had the opportunity to connect with students and share more about the world of officiating.

Our youth are the future of officiating, and we are committed to investing in them, educating them, and helping prepare them for success. Officiating teaches much more than rules and mechanics—it builds confidence, leadership, communication, teamwork, integrity, and professional skills that can carry into every area of life.

If you are interested in becoming an official, give us a call and get on board. Come enjoy the journey, grow with us, and be part of the game of basketball.

Laredo Basketball Officials Chapter — Developing Officials. Building Leaders. Strengthening Our Community.

09/23/2026

🏀 STAY WITH THE GAME. GRAB A WHISTLE 🏀

Throughout the month of September, LBOC will be highlighting members of our chapter and sharing their perspectives and journeys within basketball officiating.

This week, we highlight Amanda Onuorah, who is entering her second year as a high school basketball official!

Away from the court, Amanda is part of the Housing Crew at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU).

As she continues her journey in officiating, Amanda looks forward to gaining more experience, growing as an official, and welcoming new faces to the game.

Take a minute to hear from Amanda as she shares a little about herself and encourages others to get involved in basketball officiating.

Interested in joining us? Amanda hopes to see you out on the court, and we hope to see you suited up as an LBOC official soon!

🏀🔥 Stay with the game. Grab a whistle.

09/20/2026

The Laredo Basketball Officials Chapter (LBOC) was proudly represented at the State Meeting in San Antonio! 🏀⚖️

As we prepare for the upcoming season, our goal is to continue providing the best possible officiating service to Laredo and surrounding school districts—from middle school to high school, and especially our youth.

We’re excited to keep growing, learning, and developing the next generation of officials here in Laredo.

Want to be part of it?

Grab a whistle and let’s do it! 🏀💪🏼

09/16/2026

🏀 **STAY WITH THE GAME. GRAB A WHISTLE** 🏀

Throughout the month of September, LBOC will be highlighting members of our chapter and sharing their perspectives and journeys within basketball officiating.

This week, we highlight **Ivan Larumbe**, who works as a Recreational Sports Specialist at TAMIU, where he oversees the intramural program and helps train student officials.

Through his role, Ivan helps student officials develop skills that extend beyond the court, including **communication, leadership, teamwork, accountability, and professionalism**.

Ivan is also a **graduate student at TAMIU**, continuing to grow both personally and professionally.

For Ivan, officiating is an opportunity to stay connected to basketball, continue learning, and make a positive impact through the game.

Take a minute to hear what officiating has meant to Ivan and why he continues to grab the whistle.

Interested in joining us? We hope to see you suited up as an LBOC official soon!

🏀🔥 **Stay with the game. Grab a whistle.**

09/13/2026

🏀 **STAY WITH THE GAME. GRAB A WHISTLE** 🏀

Throughout the month of September, LBOC will be highlighting members of our chapter and sharing their perspectives and journeys within basketball officiating.

This week, we highlight **Eddie Cruz**, a veteran basketball official whose journey began as a college junior in 2002. Eddie officiated for 13 years before taking a 10-year hiatus and has now returned to doing what he loves most.

Along with officiating, Eddie spent **20 years coaching, including 8 years as a head coach**, giving him a unique understanding of the game from both sides of the whistle.

Away from the court, Eddie has dedicated the last **23 years as a Special Education Teacher**. Through officiating, he has found another opportunity to make a positive impact, stay connected to the game he loves, and be part of a team.

Take a minute to hear why Eddie refs and what officiating has meant to him.

Interested in joining us? We hope to see you suited up as an LBOC official soon!

🏀🔥 **Stay with the game. Grab a whistle.**

09/08/2026

🏀 STAY WITH THE GAME. GRAB A WHISTLE 🏀

Throughout the month of September, LBOC will be highlighting members of our chapter and sharing their perspectives and journeys within basketball officiating.

This week, we highlight an official with 33 years of basketball officiating experience, beginning his career at just 18 years old. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to officiate at the high school, collegiate, and ABA levels.

Some of his officiating accomplishments include:
• 33 years of basketball officiating experience
• 2003 High School Regional Tournament
• 2009 TAPPS Women’s State Championship Semifinal
• 2010 TAPPS Men’s State Championship Semifinal
• Numerous pre-district tournament championship games and other high-level assignments

Stay with the game. Grab a whistle!!🏀

08/30/2026

🏀 LAREDO BASKETBALL OFFICIALS CHAPTER IS GROWING! 🏀

The Laredo Basketball Officials Chapter continues working hard to take our chapter to the next level.

We have a solid group of new officials coming onboard, along with experienced officials who continue helping us grow and improve.

With more games on the horizon, increased pay opportunities, and continued growth as an official, there has never been a better time to get involved.

📣 WE ARE STILL RECRUITING!

If you’re interested in becoming a basketball official and ready to get started, contact us today. Our LBOC Recruiting Team is ready to guide you through the process and help get you prepared for the upcoming season. Message us at 956-237-7155

🏀 New officials welcome
🏀 Experienced officials welcome
🏀 Training & development opportunities
🏀 More opportunities to get on the court

Ready to put on the stripes? Let’s do this! 🦓🏀

08/18/2026

As the 2025–26 season came and went, LBOC was left with countless impactful moments. From working alongside seasoned veterans to developing our younger and less-experienced officials, LBOC’s commitment to instilling our core values of Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect never wavered. Each experience strengthened our chapter and reinforced our commitment to the game we serve. As we move forward, LBOC will continue working tirelessly to elevate basketball officiating and proudly serve the Laredo basketball community and surrounding areas. Year 3, The Best is Yet To Be!!

06/23/2026

As LBOC wraps up its final week of Summer League play, we are excited to launch our first-ever Sharpening the Whistle Mentorship Academy. Throughout the month of June, our veteran officials have worked alongside our developing and aspiring officials, helping them grow both on and off the court. This week, we will focus on evaluation, feedback, and continued development as we prepare our officials for the next level.

LBOC is always moving forward.

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