Welcome to the Positive Referee Podcast, where we shine a light on the unsung heroes of the soccer field, the referees. In this special episode, host Will Bradwell shares an exciting update about the historic reintroduction of the Soccer Green Card in North American sports. Listen in as we discuss the successful implementation of the green card by Brian Baer of the Hudson Valley State Referee Association during a UPSL Division II Final, the positive impact on sportsmanship, and our plans for the future of positive refereeing.

Key Points Discussed:

Introduction to the Positive Referee Podcast:

- Host: Will Bradwell

- Mission: Transforming the game with positive refereeing by promoting sportsmanship, fairness, and respect.

Historic Use of the Soccer Green Card:

- Event: UPSL Division II Final between NY Phoenix and FC Merchant

- Referee: Brian Baer from the Hudson Valley State Referee Association

- Significance: First use of the green card in North American sports in over 25 years

Game Details:

- Crowd: Approximately 300 attendees

- Outcome: One yellow card for unsporting behavior, one green card for positive sporting behavior

- Good Sport Award: Presented to K. Delice of NY Phoenix for scoring 3 goals and being a positive influence

Impact of the Green Card:

- Pre-game introduction of the green card concept to players

- Positive reception from players and spectators

- Demonstrated improvement in game management and sportsmanship

Future Plans:

- Interviews and virtual training with Brian Baer and the Hudson Valley State Referee Association

- Collaboration with Will's father, the original creator of the green card concept

- Outreach to state referee administrators across the country to pilot the green card program

Call to Action:

- Visit [positivereferee.org](http://positivereferee.org) for more information and course modules

- Learn about the tenets of positive refereeing, such as introducing referees to players and spectators before the match

- Subscribe to the podcast, leave comments, and share feedback

- Email: [email protected]

Closing:

Thank you for tuning in to this historic episode of the Positive Referee Podcast. Join us next time as we continue to explore the impact of positive refereeing and share more inspiring stories from the field.

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Richard Bradwell and Will Bradwell discuss the Art of Positive Refereeing, its origin from way back in 1997, and examples of its application through the use of the Soccer Green Card and other mindset shifts, including:

- Example behaviors displayed by Positive Referees that change the typical perception of soccer officials and make officiating games an entirely different experience

- How to set up soccer games from before the kick-off for a positive change

- Why the Soccer Green Card is such an important and valuable tool for the Positive Referee to have and use

- How reimagining the referee's role in soccer matches can radically change spectators, coaches, and players experience in both game play and enjoyment of the sport

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