MMBRA is pleased to invite our women officials to a special Women’s Holiday Social Event, led by MMBRA Director Anita Quintana. This free event is designed to bring together women officials in a relaxed and welcoming environment to celebrate the holiday season, connect with fellow referees, and strengthen our community off the court. Whether you are a new official or a long-time member of the association, this evening offers a great opportunity to socialize and unwind. The ev
The month of December is set to kick off in a big way for the MMBRA community. Next weekend, from December 12 to 14 , the 44th Annual Sun Youth Holiday Classic returns to Montreal—one of the longest-running and most respected youth basketball tournaments in the city. This year’s edition will welcome high-level teams from across Canada and the United States, promising three full days of exciting basketball. Games will be played on Friday and Sunday at Collège Brébeuf, and on
MMBRA is proud to highlight the recent international assignment of Jayson Stiell, who travelled to South America after being selected by FIBA to officiate in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers. Jayson is a long-time FIBA official with multiple years of experience on the international stage, including previous appointments in World Cup qualifying windows across South America. His continued selection reflects the high level of trust and confidence placed in
On Saturday, November 30, 2025, Women’s College Division 1 basketball took center stage at Place Bell in Laval, marking one of the most exciting moments of the season. In a rare showcase during the NCAA Northern Classic Tournament weekend, Champlain College Saint-Lambert and Dawson College tipped off inside a 10,000-seat arena — making it the first and only D1 women’s game this season played in such a high-capacity venue. With the NCAA men’s tournament drawing crowds througho
MMBRA is pleased to announce that an NOCP Level 1 certification course will be offered in Montreal on Saturday, December 13, 2025. This course is ideal for new and aspiring officials looking to complete the first level of Canada Basketball’s National Officials Certification Program (NOCP). This one-day training combines both Part 1 – Theory and Part 2 – On-Court components, giving rookie officials the foundation they need to begin their officiating journey with confidence. Th
MMBRA is proud to highlight an upcoming development opportunity from FIBA aimed at supporting and advancing women in basketball officiating. This November, FIBA will host its Women in Officiating webinar—an initiative designed to empower female referees, foster mentorship, and provide insight into key pathways within high-performance officiating. This online session will explore themes such as leadership, career development, referee education, and the growing global impact o
