From A to Zebra Podcast S1:E27 Letter Y - You guest Steve Javie

Summary: In this episode of the From A to Zebra podcast, host Dana Pappas and co-host Nata Acosta welcome Steve Javie, a legendary basketball referee. They discuss Javie's journey in officiating, the importance of accountability, mentorship, and self-motivation in the officiating community. Javie shares insights on controlling what you can, the significance of fundamentals, and the impact of social media on officiating. He emphasizes the need for education and elevation within the officiating community and reflects on the excitement of a career in sports officiating.Chapters00:00 The Journey of an Official09:17 Accountability in Officiating11:54 The Importance of Fundamentals14:43 Mentorship in Officiating17:24 Learning from Mistakes20:19 The Role of the Mentee27:01 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Officiating33:02 Controlling What You Can in Officiating41:32 The Three E's of Officiating: Educate, Elevate, Excite44:25 riverside_ed_- take 02 _ sep 25, 2024 001_from_a to zebra (1).mp4