ABOUT US
Bayside Basketball Official Association (BBOA) #157 is part of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials (IIABO).
WHAT IS IAABO?
IAABO is a non profit and professional organization managed by and for basketball officials whose primary purpose is to PROMOTE, MAINTAIN, and ENSURE the welfare of the game of basketball and officiating.
IAABO trains and educates new and experienced officials who are duly charged with representing the spirit of fair play, integrity, and sportsmanship
WHERE DO WE SERVICE?
Our board services the Eastern Shore of Maryland (Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Annes, and Talbot counties) within various levels of basketball (youth leagues thru high school).
Executive Board
Marlon Johnson
President
Marlon started his basketball officiating career with IAABO Board #157 in 2000. From 2005 to 2015, he officiated both high school and collegiate basketball, gaining extensive experience across multiple levels of the game.
Throughout his tenure with Board #157, Marlon has served in several leadership roles, contributing to the growth and professionalism of the board. He currently supports the board's mission and the development of fellow officials.
Charles Huff
Vice President
In 1972 Charlie began his basketball officiating career in the Wilmington, Delaware Recreation League. His passion and dedication to officiating led him to join IAABO Board #11, where he officiated high school boys’ and girls’ games across the state. After several successful years in Delaware, he relocated to Maryland’s Eastern Shore and became a member of IAABO Board #157.
A committed IAABO member in good standing to this day, he has served in several key leadership roles within the board, including President, Vice President, and Interpreter. His leadership and dedication to the profession have extended beyond local service; he has attended numerous National IAABO meetings and has contributed meaningfully as a member of the Membership, Educational, and Board Relations Committees.
He has also served as a clinician for multiple IAABO boards across Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia—sharing his knowledge and mentoring the next generation of officials. Additionally, he has spent over 15 years as an NCAA basketball observer for both women’s and men’s games, further solidifying his reputation as a respected figure in the officiating community.
Orville Penn
Treasurer
Penn has been a resident of the Eastern Shore since 1973 and is a graduate of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). He has officiated basketball with IAABO Board #157 sporadically since 1978. He previously served as Vice President of IAABO Board #157 and has been the organization’s Treasurer since 2019. His favorite sports team is the Baltimore Orioles.
Ed Bergeron
Interpretor
Ed began his officiating career in 1992, refereeing CYO and other recreational leagues after graduating from Virginia Tech. In 1997, he advanced to the high school level with Board 255 in Northern Virginia. After relocating to Maryland in 2004, he supported various officiating boards across the state, from Calvert County to Baltimore. Ed has been a member of Board 157 since 2005 and currently serves as the Board’s Interpreter and Trainer.
Donnie Webb
Assignor
Donnie began his basketball officiating career in 1975 while attending Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), working games at the Boys and Girls Club in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. After relocating to Cambridge, Maryland, he continued officiating in local recreational leagues, bringing his passion for the game with him.
In 1985, Donnie joined the BBOA / IAABO Board #157, and officially became an IAABO member in 1992. Over the years, he has been a consistent and valued contributor to the officiating community.
Since 2020, Donnie has served as the Assignor for IAABO Board #157, coordinating assignments and supporting officials across the North Bayside. With 50 years of officiating service, Donnie’s commitment and leadership remain a cornerstone of the board’s success.
Donna Barbiche
Secretary
Donna began officiating intramural basketball while attending the University of Scranton. After graduating from college, she moved to Maryland and joined BBOA 157, where she continued to develop her passion for basketball officiating.
Donna is entering her third official season as a basketball official. During her time with BBOA 157, she has continued to grow as an official, gaining valuable experience and becoming an active member of the officiating community.
Timothy Gover
Member at Large
Tim began officiating basketball in 1984 and has dedicated more than four decades to the game.
Throughout his career, Tim has continued to demonstrate his knowledge, commitment, and professionalism as a basketball official. His experience and dedication have earned him the opportunity to work some of the area’s biggest games.
In 2024, Tim officiated the Bayside Boys Championship, and in 2025, he was selected to officiate a State Semifinal game.
After more than 40 years of officiating, Tim continues to be a tremendous asset to our officiating community and an example of the dedication and longevity that make a difference both on and off the court.
Michael Bell
Member at Large
Tommy Hart
Past President
Now in his 12th season with IAABO Board #157, Tommy began his officiating career in 2015 after stepping away from high school coaching. He was recruited by Ed Bergeron, who recognized his passion for the game and potential as an official. Since then, officiating has become a fulfilling journey of growth and connection.
Along the way, he has been mentored by respected veterans such as Marlon, Ed, and many others, whose guidance played a key role in shaping his officiating skills and leadership approach.
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