Brannon Nichols
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Driven to keep basketball games fun and all parties safe. Successful at training and mentoring junior referees and well-versed in traveling to officiate seasonal, tournament and event games. Calm and confident with a dedicated nature.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Basketball Referee
Central Nevada Sports Officials
Las Vegas, NV
10.2025 - Current
- Officiated basketball games, ensuring adherence to rules and regulations.
- Maintained composure in high-pressure situations, effectively resolving conflicts to ensure game continuity.
- Communicated clearly with coaches, players, and spectators, fostering a positive atmosphere and understanding of game regulations.
Basketball Referee
SNOA
Las Vegas, Nevada
10.2024 - Current
- Officiated basketball games, ensuring adherence to rules and regulations.
- Officiated basketball games at local schools, consistently enforcing rules to ensure fair play.
- Officiated my first public middle school game Feb. 12th, 2026
- Maintained composure in high-pressure situations, effectively managing conflicts to uphold game integrity.
- Communicated clearly with coaches, players, and spectators throughout games.
- Collaborated with fellow referees to review game situations and improve officiating consistency.
- Monitored player conduct to promote sportsmanship and fair play on the court.
- Checked player uniforms, verified rosters and removed illegal equipment.
- Received commendation from Laughlin High School Athletic Director for successfully refereeing a middle school game independently.
- Also did some 1A Varsity games as well during this 2nd season
Basketball Referee
NCSAA ( Charter Schools Association )
Las Vegas, Nevada
01.2024 - Current
- Officiated basketball games, enforcing rules and regulations to maintain game integrity.
- Officiated six playoff games in first year, contributing to competitive fairness and high-stakes environment.
- Maintained composure during high-pressure situations and managed conflicts effectively.
- Communicated clearly with coaches, players, and spectators throughout games.
- Collaborated with fellow referees to review game situations and improve officiating consistency.
- Monitored player conduct to foster sportsmanship and uphold fair play standards on the court.
Education
Narbonne High School
Harbor City, CASome College (No Degree) - Communications
Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CASkills
- Game officiating
- Rule enforcement
- Conflict management
- Player monitoring
Accomplishments
- Email to the president of SNOA regarding me officiating a middle school game at Laughlin Middle/High School by myself
Timeline
Basketball Referee
Central Nevada Sports Officials
10.2025 - Current
Basketball Referee
SNOA
10.2024 - Current
Basketball Referee
NCSAA ( Charter Schools Association )
01.2024 - Current
Narbonne High School
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Los Angeles Harbor College