Officials
In this section:
- News
- Benefits, Recognition and Expenses
- BCA Officials Committee (Contacts etc.)
- Forms
- Mentors' Information
- Officials' Schedule (Calendar — PDF)
- Training and Courses
- Upgrading and Certification
Related pages and links:
- BCA Calendar of Events
- BCA Event Specifications (PDF)
- BCA Officiating Guidelines for Road and X-C (PDF)
- BCA Officials Committee Minutes
- BCA Officials' Honour Roll
- BCA Officials' Ethics and Guidelines
- BCA Track & Field Meet Organizers' Handbook
- Hosting and Liaison for Officials
- NOC Web Page
- Rule Books
- Technical Information
News
May 8, 2013:
Dear Officials,
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Celina Wong and her family. Celina's father was tragically killed last Friday. Funeral services are being held at Glenhaven this coming Saturday, May 11th.
And to the Coquitlam Cheetahs, we extend our sympathies on the passing of their long-time Throws Coach, Garry Girdler.
...read the rest of the newsletter (PDF)
Officials at the van Ryswyk Indoors:
Benefits, Recognition and Expenses
BCA Officials Recognition Program 2013
The 2013 Recognition Program is supported by BC Athletics and by individual donors. We wish to recognize the dedication and many volunteer hours of our BC Athletics Member Officials.
All Officials who:
- Are registered with BC Athletics
- Have current Level 2, 3, 4 or 5 Status
- Have earned a minimum of 15 Credits in 2013
are eligible to receive this year's Recognition Award.
Officials Expenses
Member officials are entailed to repayment of authorized expenses for travel to events, and for "expendables" (meet supplies). Detailed instructions, and the current rates for "local" events, and "out-of-town" events are posted in the Committee Handbook. Some general guidelines for claiming expenses:
- claims will only be paid for current BC Athletics members
- claims must be on the current form
- claims must be submitted within 30 days (to BCA office, or to the Committee Chair)
- list specific events (meets) and any members of the car-pool
- do not claim for meals...eat whatever is provided at the event
- expenses for travel outside of your local area must be approved by the Committee Chair
BCA Officials Committee
| Chair: | Bill Koch |
| Board Representative: | Sanda Turner |
| Name | Phone | Term expires |
|
| Bill Koch | (604) 925-0645 | willkoch@telus.net | 2013 |
| Carol Cull | (604) 599-6638 | johncull@telus.net | 2013 |
| John Cull | (604) 599-6638 | johncull@telus.net | 2013 |
| Alice Kubek | (250) 656-1863 | akubek@shaw.ca | 2014 |
| Kathy Terlicher | (604) 433-1941 | kdterlicher@shaw.ca | 2014 |
| Alwilda van Ryswyk | (250) 372-9640 | Alvan50@shaw.ca | 2013 |
| Bob Cowden | (250) 377-4586 | rcowden@shaw.ca | 2013 |
| Sue Kydd | (604) 530-8224 | kskydd@shaw.ca | 2014 |
| Neil Chin Aleong | (604) 777-2883 | Neil_Chinaleong@shaw.ca | 2014 |
The Committee Meeting schedule will be:
- Sunday September 22, 2013 9-1
- The Officials AGM will be Saturday October 19, 2013
Left to right: Kathy Terlicher, John Cull, Carol Cull (seated), Sue Kydd, Neil Chin-Aleong, Bill Koch.
Not in the picture: Alice Kubek, Bob Cowden
Regional Development Coordinators
| Name | Region | Phone | |
| John & Carol Cull | Lower Mainland (Zones 3,4,5) | johncull@telus.net | (604) 599-6638 |
| Alice Kubek | Vancouver Island/Central Coast (Zone 6) | akubek@shaw.ca | (250) 656-1863 |
| Vince Sequeira | Vancouver Island/Central Coast (Zone 6) | vince.sequeira@shaw.ca | (250) 923-2458 |
| Alwilda van Ryswyk | Okanagan/Kootenays (Zones 1,2) | alvan50@shaw.ca | (250) 372-9640 |
| Bob Cowden | Okanagan/Kootenays (Zones 1,2) | rcowden@shaw.ca | (250) 377-4586 |
| Judy Gaiesky | Prince George and the Great North (Zones 7,8) |
jgaiesky@gmail.com | (250) 964-8448 |
Forms
Workshop Request Form- BC Athletics Officials Travel Report Form updated Jan 30/13
- Expense Claim Form
- Travel Grant Program Application
- Record Card
- Event Feedback
- Level 1,2,3 Upgrade
- Level 4,5 Upgrade
- Provincial Mentoring form
- National Mentoring Form
- Mentoring Report Form
- Workshop Procedure & Registration Form
- Workshop Registration Reports
- Workshop Registration Reports
- Recognition Award Claim Form
Resources for Mentors
Mentors (Evaluators) are assigned by the BC Athletics Officials Committee. Contact Kathy Terlicher, or fill out the Upgrading Survey to request an evaluation, when you are ready to upgrade to the next level. The assigned mentor will provide coaching (mentoring) and conclude the assignment with an assessment of your knowledge and skills related to the discipline. The mentoring assignment may be performed over one meet, or may be continued, at the discretion of the mentor. The mentor will give the completed evaluation to the official for his/her use in application for upgrading.
Level 2 evaluations will usually be performed by a Level 4 or
5 official. The 
Provincial
Mentoring form may be used, or alternatively, the Mentor may write a letter.
Level 3 (or Provincial List) evaluations will always be
performed by a Level 4 or 5 official, preferably one from the NOC
Mentors List. The Provincial
mentoring form will always be used.
Level 4 or 5 (or National List) Evaluations must be
pre-approved by the National Officials Committee. Evaluations for these levels will always be performed by officials on the NOC Mentors List, and the National Mentoring Form will always be used.
Officials Training Program
The BC Officials Committee provides introductory (Provincial level) training through courses and mentoring. Introductory training is usually completed within 12-18 months, and concludes with certification at Level 2. Training courses are intended for 'Field of Play' officials. Other members, such as Event Organizers, or athletes, may enroll out of interest.
Recruitment, Recognition and Retention of Volunteers
All members are encouraged to read about best practices for Recruitment, Recognition and Retention of Volunteers.
Current Workshops
TBA
Level 1 Courses
The Level 1 course is a 1-2 hour session. It is generally presented in a classroom setting, but may be 'customized' to meet the needs of a specific group. The course is co-sponsored with a Club or other Community organization, and is free to the participants. Participants are prepared to act as volunteer officials in all branches of Athletics (Track & Field, Road Race, Cross Country, and Race Walk). The content is non-technical and concentrates on:
- benefits of officials membership
- expectations (Code of Conduct)
- Certification system
- Roles of key officials in Stadium & Non-stadium events
- Organizational information
Please contact Bill Koch for further information about either participating or arranging a Level 1 course in your area.
Level 2 Courses
The Level 2 course is a comprehensive survey of rules & practices for all branches of athletics. This classroom presentation takes 5-6 hours. Completion of Level 1 is a pre-requisite. Candidates who intend to certify only in non-stadium events (Road Race, Cross Country) require only the first section (Running events). Course Registration fee for BCA members is $20+GST / others $25+GST, and includes a copy of the rule book. A practical assignment (passport) is to be completed before certification.
National Level Clinics
National Level Clinics are usually presented at Championship events. Each Clinic is for a specific discipline, and is required for upgrading to Level 4.
Upgrading and Certification
Officials are welcomed, and encouraged, to participate in the upgrading process. The program consists of 5 separate levels, with specific requirements for each. National Officials Committee Upgrading Criteria (updated July 7/11).
Levels 1 – 3 (provincial)
- applications are processed by BC Athletics Officials Committee
- applications can be submitted at any time
Levels 4 – 5 (national)
- upgrading decisions made by National Officials Committee
- application deadlines: Mar 15 and Sept 15 of each year
U-18 Officials Program
BCA offers an officials training and certification program for girls and boys between the ages of 13 and 17.
The following outlines the process of upgrading from one level to the next. Please follow carefully to ensure your application proceeds smoothly.
- If you wish to upgrade this year, please complete the upgrading survey form
- You will then be contacted to discuss arrangements for obtaining required courses, credits or evaluations OR, you can…
- Contact Kathy Terlicher directly for information
- Complete all necessary requirements
- Download and complete the correct form:
Level 1, 2, 3 upgrade and
Level 4, 5 upgrade
- Send all data by fax, mail, or scanned email to Kathy Terlicher
Requirements for Provincial Levels
| Provisional | Official who has taken a Level 1 training course |
| Level 1 | Level 1 training course 6 officiating credits (24 hours work in any athletics discipline). |
| Level 2 (LDR) |
Community level official certified for LDR events
only (Road Race, X-C, Road Walking) 12 credits in LDR events since last upgrading 1 evaluation, 6 mos. Service as a Level 1 official Level 2 workshop (Running events only). |
| Level 2 | Community level official certified for all events 12 credits (2 LDR, 4 Track, and 6 Field) 1 evaluation, 6 mos. Service as a Level 1 official Level 2 workshop |
| Level 3 | BC Official. Status is granted in a specific discipline. 16 credits in the specific discipline 1 years service as a Level 2 official 2 evaluations by senior officials. |
Requirements for National Levels |
|
| Level 4 | National Official. Status is granted in a specific
discipline. 24 credits in the specific discipline 2 years service as a Level 3 official 2 evaluations by senior officials. National Clinic in the specific discipline |
| Level 5 | International Official 36 credits in the specific discipline 3 years service as a Level 4 official 2 evaluations by senior officials. |
Upgrading Survey Form
If you need to complete requirements for upgrading to the next level this year, please fill in this on-line form. A member of the BCA Officials Committee will contact you to discuss arrangements for obtaining required courses, credits or evaluations.
Contact for Certification and Upgrading Requests
Kathy Terlicher
3328 Wellington Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5R 4Y2
Phone 604-433-1941
Fax 604-438-2056
kdterlicher@shaw.ca
