Deadline Approaching for Blow the Whistle on Cancer

Just a reminder that the deadline to participate in IAABO's "Blow the Whistle on Cancer" campaign is coming soon. Basically, as an official you make a donation via a check payable to the American Cancer Society. IAABO is suggesting that the donation amount be 25 percent of a game fee, but you may donate more or less. You mail the check and a form to the IAABO national office so that it is received before Jan. 16. IAABO will then mail you either a white (men's game) or pink (women's game) whistle (you specify that on the form) to use in games during the week of Jan. 26-Feb. 1.

I believe IAABO's national goal is to raise $50,000 for the American Cancer Society. It's certainly a noble cause, so please participate if you think appropriate.

For more information, including a link to a PDF of a form with instructions on how to participate in "Blow the Whistle on Cancer," visit the Current Members section of the Board 23 Web site (http://www.iaabo23.org/). It doesn't look like there is a designated space for it on the PDF, but when you complete that form, include a note indicating that you are a member of Board 23.

IAABO Patches Shipped to Me Today

Several members have expressed interest in obtaining IAABO patches to sew onto their uniforms or jackets. (A reminder that the IAABO logo on your uniform is a requirement. You can affix an IAABO patch onto your referee shirt, or you can order shirts that have the logo pre-printed on them.)

After going through a bit of a circus act, I'm happy to announce that Honig's Whistle Shop is shipping 25 IAABO patches to me today. Patches cost $10 each. You can make a check payable to IAABO Board 23 and mail to me (my address is on my Arbiter profile). I can mail you a patch after I receive payment. Or, you can give me $10 cash when I give you a patch if we're able to meet in person.

Thanks for your patience.