#376 Quincy is Qualified | w/Quincy Smith | Minneapolis, MN | 15-year-old Official

The Crown Refs Podcast

In this episode of "Crown Refs," we sit down with Quincy Smith, a remarkable 15-year-old basketball official from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Quincy shares his journey into officiating, balancing his roles as a player in both basketball and football, and his aspirations to officiate at the college or professional level.⁣ ⁣ Quincy reflects on being inspired by young officials the impact of his mentors, who’ve helped connect him with the Minneapolis board. He talks about the challenges of starting officiating at a young age, the support he received, and how he quickly moved up from YMCA games to more competitive settings.⁣ ⁣ Quincy discusses his first officiating camp, emphasizing the importance of feedback, projecting confidence through his voice, and learning the value of a patient whistle. He shares insights into mentoring relationships that have helped him grow both on and off the court.⁣ ⁣ Quincy's story is a testament to dedication, passion, and community support in achieving one's goals. Join us for an inspiring conversation that highlights the bright future of basketball officiating and the young talent shaping the game.⁣ ⁣ ❤️𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆⁣ Patreon.com/crownrefs⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crown-refs/support