The Better Referee

To be a better referee, one must know his or her limits physically. Officiating a game when physically exhausted can lead to injuries to yourself (and players due to a lack of focus) and can cause you to lose some credibility because of your performance. Knowing when to take some time off is key when becoming the Better Referee.

Mechanics are the way we do things...and the way we do things communicates not only what happened, but also reflects our professionalism.

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Proper scheduling isn't just about making certain that you have the energy to perform physically. It is also about making certain you give yourself enough time to adequately prepare for games...even when traveling to different venues on the same day.

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How do you stay positive after a bad experience or when a season doesn't go quite as expected? We all have a unique answer, but it all starts with going back and resetting to a positive mindset.

Being a better referee goes beyond understanding the powers and duties of a referee. One must also acknowledge the challenges faced by those who assign games to the referees. This episode gives a snapshot of what an assignor's responsibilities are.

What does it take to officiate a game full of 6, 7, and 8 year olds? Patience, communication, and a willingness to teach.

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Whatever the level of competition, you always want to give your best for every game. This episode discusses the importance of schedule management as a referee.

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Was that a foul? Sometimes it can be difficult to determine if a play was really a foul or just a "looked-worse-than-it-was" play. In this episode, recognizing fouls will be at center of the discussion.

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Being a good official means more than having having the Laws memorized. Today's episode discuss how to go beyond the black and white of the printed words.

How do you know if the players in front of you should actually be allowed to play in the game? In this episode, we look at what makes a person an eligible player, as well as the importance of knowing the local rules of competition with regard to players. In addition, we touch on the responsibilities of a team captain.