{"id":6184,"date":"2026-10-16T09:57:38","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T13:57:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guyanabasketball.com\/gy\/?p=6184"},"modified":"2026-10-16T09:57:56","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T13:57:56","slug":"guyana-receives-fiba-game-officials-license-allocations-for-2027-2029-cycle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guyanabasketball.com\/gy\/2026\/10\/16\/guyana-receives-fiba-game-officials-license-allocations-for-2027-2029-cycle\/","title":{"rendered":"Guyana Receives FIBA Game Officials License Allocations for 2027-2029 Cycle"},"content":{"rendered":"

GEORGETOWN, Guyana \u2013 The Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) is pleased to announce that it has been allocated two (2) Referee License Allocations and one (1) Commissioner License Allocation by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) for the upcoming Game Officials Licensing period of 2027-2029.<\/p>\n

The allocations, detailed in FIBA’s official communication to the GBF, form part of the global FIBA Game Officials Licensing (GOL) cycle, which enters its sixth iteration for the 2027-29 period. This two-year cycle is designed to promote quality over quantity, ensuring that international referees and commissioners meet the highest standards of officiating.<\/p>\n

Understanding the Allocations<\/strong><\/p>\n

The GBF’s allocation of two Referee License Allocations is based on a comprehensive set of primary criteria. These include Guyana’s position in the FIBA World Combined Ranking, the federation’s classification in the FIBA List of National Federations per Category, and nominations of Guyanese referees in FIBA National Team Competitions during 2025 and 2026. The allocations are calculated according to a detailed formula that considers these factors.<\/p>\n

In addition to the primary criteria, the GBF is eligible to apply for dedicated female referee allocations. One such allocation is automatically available to every eligible national member federation to promote female referees, while additional allocations are tied to the presence of FIBA-licensed female referees and nominations of female referees to FIBA Women’s Continental Cups.<\/p>\n

For commissioners, the allocation is calculated based on the number of referee licenses granted. As per FIBA Internal Regulations, the number of Commissioner Licenses cannot exceed 50% of the number of FIBA Referee Licenses granted to the same federation. FIBA may also grant an additional Commissioner License Allocation, with priority given to female candidates.<\/p>\n

What This Means for Guyanese Officials<\/strong><\/p>\n

The allocation gives the GBF the right to apply for these designated license spots. However, it is important to note that these allocations do not automatically guarantee that a maximum number of licenses will be granted. Each candidate must undergo a thorough evaluation process, including physical fitness tests, written examinations, and a full review of their officiating record. FIBA will make the final decision on the number and categories of licenses awarded to the GBF’s candidates.<\/p>\n

Guyana’s referees will have the opportunity to apply for licenses in three categories: Black, Green, and White. The Black License allows holders to officiate international games at all senior and junior levels, while the Green License is exclusively for female referees and covers senior women’s games, junior games, and senior men’s games at the sub-regional level. The White License is designed for development, covering junior and sub-regional competitions.<\/p>\n

Timeline and Next Steps<\/strong><\/p>\n

The GOL2027-29 process will unfold over the coming months.<\/p>\n