Signals (Referee) Whistle Hand Voice
Whistle Always use a STRONG whistle to show confidence in decision (even you are not 100% sure yourself) Longer for more serious fouls Use only when necessary e.g. do not whistle obvious goals Use for freekicks near goal
Hand signals Always clear and definite Prescribed signal for advantage Cornerkick / Goalkick / Throwin / Freekick Signal for indirect free kick. Maintain until –Ball played by another player –Or Gone out of Play Alternative to whistle for some restarts
Voice Can be powerful communication Use assertively (not aggressively) Use –Advantage –Play on – no foul –Alternative to whistle for restarts
Summary - Signals Everyone must be clear what is to happen next Confident communication does lead to enhanced control