The International Association of Approved Basketball Officials (IAABO) Metro Board 117 seeks interested basketball officials for its entry level apprentice program.

Classes begin Monday, Sept. 14, at 6:30 p.m., at Alvirne High School in Hudson. Classes run on consecutive Mondays, culminating in a written test in November and floor test in March. The cost of the school is $100, which includes a rule book and computer software.

Successful candidates become certified by the IAABO and are eligible to referee high school games in the state.

For details, contact Dennis Murphy at 432-5533 or murphy.dennis.j@gmail.com. Applicants can obtain an application at http://home.att.net/~iaabo117.