Statisticians Pathway

The first step is to pass a level 1 statistician course, consisting of both theory and practical assessments. Being a level 1 statistician enables you, once completed, you can start to participate as a statistician in games that are conducted at the “domestic” level and officiate in higher-level competitions like;

• Waratah Leagues (managed by Basketball NSW)
• NBL1 East (managed by Basketball NSW)
• National Wheelchair Basketball Leagues, Australian Junior Championships and the Women’s National Basketball League (managed by Basketball Australia)
• National Basketball League (managed by the NBL)

Level 1 Statician: This level is targeted at the basketball enthusiast who is keen to learn more about capturing statistics at senior level must be at least 16 years of age and be able to:

• Understand basketball rules and statistical definitions,
• Understand the sequencing of statistical events,
• A basic understanding of the calling protocol,
• Use the computer and the current software program
• Read and understand a FIBA score sheet

Assessment:  Theory: Open book exam focussing on definitions, rules and recording of statistics & Practical: Ability to use the boxscore and correct calling protocol.

A Level 2 Statisictan: This level is for the statistician who has held level 1 accreditation and is capable of managing and leading a senior statistics bench. A level 2 statistician is eligible to manage and lead NBL and WNBL stats bench and must be at least 18 years of age. They must be able to:

• Consistently and accurately apply the philosophy of the statistical definitions,
• Accurately call, using the correct calling protocol,
• Manage the statistics bench and maintain the code of conduct
• Liaise with key personnel to effectively deliver game /league statistics

Assessment: Theory: Open book exam & Practical: Evaluation of ability to consistently apply correct philosophies and manage a stats bench.

The base requirement for selection to international games

A Level 3 Statisictan: A level 3 statistician must have held level 2 accreditation, have experience leading and mentoring beginner statisticians and met 4 mandatory criteria:

• Have experience working with and assisting level 1 & 2 statisticians,
• Evaluate, select and roster statisticians for developmental purposes,
• Demonstrate capability to fulfil the role of Statistics Coordinator for National Junior Championships and/or Tournaments

For those statisticians who would like to be involved in FIBA competitions, you will need to become a FIBA licensed statistician. To hold this accreditation, you will need to:

1. Be a registered member of your local basketball association.
2. A minimum of 2-years experience as a statistician and officiating at the highest level of competition available.
3. Have at least basic knowledge of the English language;
4. Complete the FIBA eLearning courses and pass all relevant tests;
5. Participate in a FIBA workshop and pass all relevant tests

Appointment: Demonstrate ability to develop statisticians, appointment by ABSC following a recommendation from State Co-ordinator.

Level 4 Statistician: A level 4 statistician must have held level 3 accreditation and supported by their state body ability to:

• Hold a position in statistics at a National level – State Coordinator
• Provide advice on statistics
• Recruit, manage and co-ordinate personnel within a region or state,
• Implement policy of the Australian Basketball Statisticians Committee

Appointment: Demonstrate ability to coordinate statistics across the state, appointment by ABSC.