Officers • Division Representatives • Assignment Secretaries
Directors and Committee Chairpersons • Technical Administrators
Officers
Each officer is a member of the DBOA Executive Board of Directors and has voting privileges (excluding the Past President). Officers are elected by the membership and will serve from April 1, 2010 - March 31, 2012.
CARL RICHARDSON
PresidentCarl is a veteran of the game of basketball. In addition to officiating for 24 years, he also coached high school and AAU for many years. Hence, the nickname "Coach Rich". Carl has served in several capacities during his 18 years with the DBOA to include Division 5 Representative, Division 4 Representative, At-Large Representative (2004 - 2008). He served as Vice President prior to Fred Knight's resignation as President. Effective Nov 1, 2008, Carl assumed the role of President.
Carl is the Sports Coordinator for the City of Dallas, Parks & Recreation. In addition to officiating basketball, Carl enjoys martial arts and weapons exploration in his spare time.
Carl is married to his wife of 40 years, Gail. They have 4 children -- Jerald, Derrick, Carl Jr., and Courtney.
ALJAY BETTIS III
Vice PresidentIt was 25 years ago that Aljay began his officiating career in the Lake Erie Chapter of his hometown Cleveland, Ohio. He has dedicated the last 21 of those years to the DBOA serving as Vice President (2000 - 2004, 2008 - current), Assistant Camp Director (2000 - 2003), Camp Director (2004), Evaluation Committee Chair ( 2004 - 2006), and member of Software Implementation Committee (2002 - 2005), and New Officials Coordinator. He has been selected to work the Girls Regionals 3 times and the THSCA All-Star Games (2008).
Aljay has been an educator for 22 years, 18 years in alternative education. He currently serves as Department Chair of Social Studies at Turning Point High School in Arlington ISD. A member of the United Educators Association, Aljay is also a life member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
When he's not spending time with Roxie, his wife of 7 years, Aljay enjoys reading, listening to music, and running.
THERESA HINES
Recording SecretaryTheresa has been officiating for 15 years, 14 years with the DBOA. Prior to her election as Recording Secretary, she served as the Women's Representative (2008 - 2009) and works alongside the Camp Directors as an Administrator. Theresa was selected to officiate the Girls 5A Regionals (2009 - 2010).
Theresa has worked in business for 10 years. She currently is employed with Chysler Financial as an Agent.
A native of Philadelphia, Theresa enjoys dancing, hanging out with friends, and socializing on Facebook. Theresa has been married to Tiny Mitchell for 2 years. She also has an adult son, Alex. (4/12/10)
MIKE SLATON
TreasurerMike has been a DBOA official for 10 years, 21 years total. In January 2007, Mike was appointed as TASO District 10 Representative, and subsequently elected to remain as DBOA's voice in TASO. Mike is now serving his first year as Treasurer.
Mike has been in the financial services industry for 26 years. He owns Slaton Financial Services which specializes in bookkeeping, accounting, taxes, & investment. Mike's professional affiliations include National Accountants Association and Rotary Club, where he served as Past President (Mesquite) and 3-term Assistant Governor (District 5810).
A deacon at Shiloh Terrace Baptist Church in Dallas, Mike enjoys golfing and spending time with his family. He and his wife Vicki have been married for 39 years. They have have two sons, Bryan (Amy) and Kevin (Anna and twin grandsons, Cade and Dillon. (4/12/10)
PERRY DANIELS
Past PresidentPerry has been involved with basketball officiating and the sport of bowling for nearly 31 years, and has proven his strong leadership in both. He was elected as President for two terms (2004 - 2008), and currently serves as Past President and as Rules Interpreter.
Perry retired after 31 years of service to IBM Corporation and had owned his own service industry business for five years. As a current Field Agent for the Dallas County Medical Examiner's Office, Perry has made several appearances on A&E network's "First 48" television show.
Perry is also a member of The National Bowling Association, where he has held TNBA leadership positions including National President. He bowls in one USBC league and is an avid golfer. Perry and his wife of 25 years, Linda, have four children and nine grandchildren.
Division Representatives
Each director is a member of the DBOA Executive Board of Directors and has voting privileges. Division Representatives are elected by their respective division and serve from April 1, 2009 - March 31, 2011.
DON ATCHISON
Division 1 RepresentativeDon has dedicated 20 years of officiating to the DBOA. He previously served as a Division 3 Representative and was selected for 2 Regional assignments. Don now serves as Division 1 Representative.
With Magna Cum Laude honors, Don received a B.B.A. in Management and Finance from Dallas Baptist University. A 24-year veteran in the financial industry, he is also a graduate of the SMU Mid-Management Program. His professional affiliations include the Association for Computer Operations Managers (AFCOM), and as Past Treasurer for the Las Colinas Chapter Data Processing Managers Association.
Don has enjoyed the game of basketball for a long time: he played basketball with the ALL Navy team while attending school in San Diego. A native of Mt. Pleasant, TX, he enjoys fishing, bowling, and hitting golf balls in his spare time. Don and his wife Suzy have been married for 13 years.. (4/12/10)
LAWRENCE DANIELS
Division 2 RepresentativeA Philadelphia native, Lawrence has been officiating for 15 years, 13 years in the DBOA. Prior to his current assignment as Division 2 Representative, he served as Division 3 Representative and Approved Division Representative. Lawrence was selected to work the 4A TAPPS Regionals (2007 - 2008).
For 28 years, Lawrence has been involved in the audio/visual (A/V) industry. He currently works as a freelance A/V Technician for JCPenney and manages the A/V services and equipment used for training and education in the DBOA.
Lawrence is married to Janet, his wife of 26 years, and has 2 children, Toddric and Toyia. A kid at heart, his interests include comic books, video games, and computers.
SHON DIXON PENDLETON
Division 3 RepresentativeShon has been officiating for 6 years with the DBOA, where she has been active in leadership for 5 of those years. Shon served as the Host Chairperson for the TASO Basketball State Meeting (2005), Women's Representative and Assistant Camp Director (2006 - 2007), and Division 4 Representative (2007 - 2009). She also designed the new DBOA website. Currently, she manages the website and serves as Division 3 Representative.
With a foundation in physics research and development (R&D), Shon has worked in operations, business, systems, and financial analysis for over 10 years. She currently works as a Business Planning Analyst for Texas Instruments and as a freelance media consultant, specializing in desktop publishing and website development.
A Louisiana gal, Shon's interests beyond officiating include cooking, live music, healthy living, playing tennis and golf, and spending time with family. Shon and her husband Byron were recently married in September of 2009. (4/12/10)
ANTOINE SPEARMAN
Division 4 RepresentativeA native of Kansas City, KS, Antoine joined the DBOA in 2006. He immediately jumped into leadership being elected as the Division 5 Representative (2007 - 2009), and currently serves as Division 4 Representative. Antoine also officiates football and flag football.
After 8 years in the financial services industry, Antoine began a career in high-profile private security. He also works full time as a football and basketball official, and is a member of the Association for the Study of Classical African Culture (ASCAC).
In his "former" life, Antoine was married for 15 years and worked as a billboard model for Hallmark Cards. Currently, he is a choir member and grounds trustee for St. James UME Church. His interests include sports, reading, jogging, and mentoring. Antoine has 2 adult sons, Tommy and Antoine II, and a one-year-old grandson, Sa'Vion. (7/16/10)
JERELL DANIELS
At-Large Division RepresentativeJerell has dedicated 35 years of service to the DBOA. During this time, he has worked several regional and playoff games. Jerell is recognized as working behind the scenes on many DBOA endeavors. He was appointed as At-Large Division Representative when the position was vacated by Carl Richardson's election as Vice President.
Whether it be helping young officials improve their skills or assisting the homeless, Jerell can always be seen helping others. For the past 10 years, he has worked as a Caseworker for Dallas County.
In his spare time, Jerell enjoys sports. He has one daughter, Nicole, and one granddaughter, Na'Koria.
Assignment Secretaries
The Assignment Secretary is hired by the Board of Directors and has the ability to hire his own assistant(s).
GRADY DALE
Assignment SecretaryA native of Seminole in west Texas, Grady has been officiating for 19 years, 13 years with the DBOA. He served as Assistant Assignment Secretary (2004 - 2006) prior to his current appointment as Assignment Secretary (2006 - present). In addition to working the Boys Regionals (2006 - 2007), he has also worked the National Bible College Tournament.
Grady has worked in the electric delivery industry for 15 years. He is currently an employee of Oncor as a member of its Large Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Relationship Management team. He has also served as the Diversity Committee Chairperson.
Grady has 4 children -- Kwamane, K'ondrenae, Kieonna, and Keondre'. In addition to officiating basketball and football, Grady enjoys music and fishing.
WINFRED GEORGE
Assistant Assignment SecretaryWinfred has been an official with the DBOA for 19 years. Prior to his appointment as Assistant Assignment Secretary, Winfred also served as a Division Representative. He has worked 2 Girls Regionals and 2 Boys Regionals. Winfred also officiates in collegiate and professional leagues to include NCAA, USBL, ABA, WBA, and PBL.
An automotive specialist, Winfred has been in the industry for 31 years. He owns WBS Imports in Mesquite, specializing in Mercedes Benz repair and restoration.
Anyone that knows Winfred is familiar with his mantra of taking care of business first. He and his wife of 31 years, Alesia, have two children, Alchinese and Alexis. They have one grandchild, Krisjin. A native of east Texas (Marshall), Winfred's hobbies include hunting and fishing.
BILL THOMPSON
Assistant Assignment SecretaryNO INFO AVAILABLE
Directors and Committee Chairpersons
The President can appoint committees and additional directors to carry out Chapter business as necessary.
EARL MILNER
UIL RepresentativeEarl has been officiating for 21 years. In his 18 years dedicated to the DBOA, Earl has served as Division 2, 3, and 4 Representative, and a member of the Election Committee. Under Richardson's administration, he was appointed as the Chairperson of the newly-formed Public Relations Committee and as the UIL Representative (2009 - 2010).
With 13 years experience in real estate, Earl works as an Agent for Keller Williams Realty in his hometown of Rockwall. He also is a member of the Rockwall ISD District Education Improvement Committee (DEIC).
Earl has been a Starter for the UIL Track & Field Championships for the past 5 years. He is married to Buffy, his wife of 26 years. They have 2 children, Angela and Matt, and 2 grandchildren, Zoe and London. In his spare time, Earl enjoys farming. (4/12/10)
ANTHONY SMALL
Chairperson, Evaluation CommitteeA native of Shreveport, LA, Anthony has dedicated 20 years of officiating to the DBOA. He currently serves in two appointed positions: 1.) Co-Director of DBOA Camps, and 2.) Chairman of the Proficiency Evaluation Committee, which assesses and determines officials' proficiency levels. Anthony was selected to officiate the Boys State Finals (2008) and Girls/Boys State Regionals several times.
A 26-year veteran in the criminal justice system, Anthony works for Dallas County Youth Village as a Master Trainer / Supervisor. His professional affiliations include the Black Juvenile Justice Professionals and the Dallas Volleyball Officials Association.
Anthony is passionate about his work as a trainer both on and off the court: he finds it rewarding when he can watch others grow as a result of his knowledge sharing. Anthony is married to Rose, his wife of 19 years, and has 2 adult children, Anthony II and Torrie Willis. In his spare time, he enjoys deejaying, listening to music, and watching movies. (4/12/10)
DARWIN ISHAM
Chairperson, Insurance CommitteeA native of Chicago, Illinois, Darwin has been officiating for 24 years, 20 years in the DBOA. As an independent licensed insurance agent since 2002, he serves as the DBOA's first Insurance Committee Chairperson.
Darwin has worked in the adult beverage industry for 12 years, currently as an Account Representative for Glazer's Distributors. He also co-chairs the Lancaster Parks and Recreation Board.
Darwin is an avid Chicago sports fan and enjoys photography. He is married to Shelia, his wife of 23 years. Darwin has 3 adult children -- Justin, Aurelia, and Aaron -- and one grandchild, Jaydon. (11/3/10)
ROSALYN GREEN
Chairperson, Elections CommitteeAn official for 12 years, Rosalyn joined the DBOA in 1998. Due to a job change in 2001, she transferred her membership briefly to the Atlanta Chapter. Since her return to the DBOA in 2007, Rosalyn has been praised for her honest approach in her role as Chairperson of the Elections Committee. During her officiating career in Georgia and Texas, she has been selected to work the Girls and Boys 5A playoff games as well as the Girls State Tournament.
Rosalyn is an accomplished senior executive with 15 years of Human Resource Management experience in the public and private sectors. With a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Public Administration, a Master of Science (MS) degree in Human Resources Management, and two Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees in Mathematics and Criminal Justice, Rosalyn is uniquely skilled in all facets of employment law, HR administration, and organizational development.
In her spare time, Rosalyn enjoys music, sports and skating. (3/19/10)
JEVORAH "JAY" WILLIAMS
Sergeant-at-ArmsA native of Arlington, TX, Jay has been officiating for 16 years, 10 years with the DBOA. He currently serves in the newly-appointed position under Richardson's administration, Sergeant-at-Arms. Jay also is a member of the DBOA Elections Committee.
A professional firefighter for 7 years, Jay is professionally affiiliated with the Fire Fighters Union. He is currently employed with Lockheed Martin. Jay has also been on active duty in the United States Marine Corps for 10 years.
For those that know Jay, his persona can be summed up in three words: honor, courage, and commitment. His interests include enjoys traveling, basketball, and spending time with his family. He has been married to Vonetta Fuller-Williams for 11 years. (3/19/10)
SUSAN HUNTER
Women's RepresentativeFor 23 years, Susan has been the consummate professional both on and off the court. She has been a member of the DBOA for 13 years. Her professionalism, respectable character, and sound judgment lend to her current appointment as the Women's Representative. An accomplished official, Susan has been selected to work the Girls State Finals 3 times and Girls State Regionals 15 times.
Susan has worked in the fitness industry for 15 years and is currently a Master Trainer at 24 Hour Fitness. She is certified as a Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) working with clients who suffer from musculoskeletal impairments, imbalances, or post-rehabilitation concerns. Susan's professional affiliations include the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
Intrigued by history, Susan's interests include going to the theater and history museums.
CHARLES JONES
Chairperson, Ethics CommitteeNO INFO AVAILABLE
Technical Administrators
Approved by the Board of Directors, these professionals manage the technical services utilized by the DBOA.
MARVIN TIMMONS
Zebra-Ware AdministratorMarvin has been officiating for 16 years, 14 years in the DBOA. He has been the System Administrator for the DBOA's online scheduling system, Zebra-Ware, since 2004. Marvin has also served as an Approved Division Representative. He was selected to work the Houston 5A Regional (2007 - 2008 and 2008 - 2009) and Corpus Christi 3A Reginal (2009-2010).
A graduate of EDS System Engineer Development Program, Marvin has been in the information technology (IT) industry for 20 years. He is a computer consultant with Jack Henry and Associates, and is professionally affiliated with the Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA).
A native of Lewes, Delaware, Marvin is the youngest of 11 siblings and has 15 great nieces and nephews. In his spare time, he enjoys model cars, music, and talking. (4/7/10)
