Joseph Hanchinamani
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
Highly experienced and certified basketball official with over 13 years of experience seeking opportunities to referee at the higher collegiate level (Div II/III). Avid basketball enthusiast who possesses sound communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, ensuring smooth operation on the basketball court. Demonstrated commitment to maintaining fairness and upholding the rules of the game.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Basketball Official
Northwest Womens Interscholastic Basketball Officials Association (NWIBOA)
Yakima, WA
08.2025 - Current
- Attended first referee camp (The Sound Officiating Academy) within 3 months of Washington Officials Association (WOA) certification and got accepted by the NWIBOA to officiate women's community college basketball games. Officiated 15 Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) games in first year.
WOA Certified Basketball Official
Pacific Northwest Basketball Officials Association (PNBOA)
Federal Way, WA
02.2025 - Current
- Officiated middle school and high school games, including 70 Varsity games and 2 playoff games in first year of WOA.
Basketball Official
Sno-King Youth Club and Others
Edmonds, WA
01.1995 - 12.2008
- Officiated 13 years of recreation basketball at Sno-King Youth Club, Alderwood Boys and Girls Club, and various adult leagues. Discontinued officiating due to raising a family, focusing on career, and multiple injuries.
Education
Design Engineer & Engineering Manager (The Boeing Company)
Skills
- In-depth understanding of the rules and regulations
- Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in execution
- Strong verbal communication
- Boldness and confidence
- Maintains composure under pressure
Training
- Emerald City Officials Academy (Camp) (Apr 2026)
- Referee Basic Training (Camp) (Sep 2025)
- The Sound Officiating Academy (Camp) (Jun 2025)
- RefMasters University May 2025 – Present
- PNBOA 3-Person Academy (May 2025)
- PNBOA Apprenticeship Program (Mar 2025)
Accomplishments
- Officiated collegiate games in first year of an association
- Officiated high school varsity games in first year of an association
- WOA certification within 1 month of PNBOA Apprentice Program
- RefMasters University scholarship (through PNBOA)
- Multiple certificates through NFHS, WOA, and A Better Official online training courses
Timeline
Basketball Official
Northwest Womens Interscholastic Basketball Officials Association (NWIBOA)
08.2025 - Current
WOA Certified Basketball Official
Pacific Northwest Basketball Officials Association (PNBOA)
02.2025 - Current
Basketball Official
Sno-King Youth Club and Others
01.1995 - 12.2008
Design Engineer & Engineering Manager (The Boeing Company)