Handling Dissent from Coaches and Spectators 8/9/20121

Dissent Have you ever been in a situation in which coach or spectator dissent interfered with the match you were officiating? 8/9/20122

What is Dissent? What is dissent? What do the Laws of the Game say about dissent? 8/9/20123

Real Dissent The three P’s Public Persistent Personal 8/9/20124

Dealing with Dissent Dealing with Coaches Dealing with Spectators 8/9/20125

Scenario #1 Dealing with Coaches 8/9/20126

Scenario #2 Dealing with Spectators 8/9/20127

Summary Dealing with dissent is never fun, but it is part of the referee’s job. The referee has broad authority. Distinguish disappointment from dissent. Recognize pointless dissent. At the first sign of real dissent, begin the three-step process. 8/9/20128