Join me as I explore the intricacies of basketball officiating with #FIBA #referee #ManuelMazzoni best known for his unique comms and game management style in this insightful interview. Mazzoni shares essential tips, strategies, and experiences straight from the court. He openly talks about his career including a recount of the challenging moments at Lithuania vs Germany Eurobasket 2022.

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00:02:40 - 00:12:30 "You have an engine like Ferrari but outside is like Cinquecento" Mazzoni's early career as a player and referee at the same time, and milestones along the way.

00:12:30 - 00:18:50 How Mazzoni prepares for the game: Finding the technical and emotional leader of the teams - Mic'd up content from BCL Final 4

00:18:50 - 00:25:50 Crew Dynamics: Learn how Mazzoni and his crew handle cultural differences and language barriers, and the importance of adhering to FIBA protocols

00:25:55 - 00:31:00 "I am listening" Communication and Game Management Tips from Mazzoni

00:31:10 - 00:33:10 "I dont want to open the door of my house to everybody" Mazzoni on Communication and concentration, how to keep a balance:

00:33:15 - 00:36:40 How to reply to a frustrated coach or a player?

00:36:40 - 00:42:10 "I keep my hands on my hips" Controlling emotions and drawing the line in comms with a frustrated player /coach as a young referee.

00:42:15 - 00:44:55 "First 3-4 mins everybody is testing everybody" Criteria and Comms

00:45:00 - 00:50:30 Must Watch: Start, Develop Finish, DECIDE! Toolbox for Establishing the Criteria. Advantage/Disadvantage Discussion with an example

00:51:00 - 00:55:45 Making mistakes on the court and how not let it influence your judgment. How to analyze your mistakes after the games.

00:55:50 - 01:02:50 "Toughest 20 minutes of my refereeing career" The technical foul that was never shot at #Lithuania vs #Germany #game at #Eurobasket 2022. Video commentary on why it happened and what the crew did afterward?

01:02:50 - 01:07:40 Step by Step FIBA Protocol for communication after fouls by Mazzoni

01:07:45 - 01:09:10 Closing and a short message from Mazzoni to Finnish Basketball Federation :)