1. WYSA Spring Referee Meeting2018
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2. Agenda Introductions and Overview Expectations Advice to referees
Training Materials
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3. 30 active listed referee with 7 Newly Certified
WYSA Overview
30 active listed referee with 7 Newly Certified
Experience variance ranges:
1st year to over 12+
Need to actively improve our on-field performance
Need to mentor new referees
Need to have fun on the field
Need to succeed
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4. Overview (cont.) What is expected out of Travel Coordinator?
Clear communication of game assignments
Available for questions
Available for on field mentoring and support
Find ways to help improve you and our community
Will communicate game assignments 1 week prior (example, Sunday night all assignments will be out for the upcoming Saturday)
If you know you can work ahead of time, and you requested it, I will do my best to assign it
Clear fast communication, improved positive field performance, willing to learn and take on assignments, challenge yourself
You will not be assigned if you do not respond or decline too many games (esp. last minute declines)
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5. Overview (cont.) What is expected out of Referees?
Safety is #1
Safety of the player is our #1 Job
Fast and reliable communication with me
Availability and acceptance of games done on time
Show Effort on the field
Call what you see
Look to improve
Gain more game exposure
Gain confidence on the field
Make money
Know the rules of competition and the LOTG
Call the fouls. At the stage and age group, fouls not called will lead to trouble for you, the crew and us.
Do not let the little things get out of hand.
A foul is a foul. Be firm and blow the whistle with authority.
Standing I the middle of the field gives the wrong the impression. Move and get in position to make the call. No one will argue if you are close the play.
Do not call a foul because you heard a coach or parent yell it out. Call what you see. Do not be influenced
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6. "Referees are NOT doing the simple things right"
Overview (cont.)
When asked about Referees, Leagues, Coaches and Players say...
"Referees are NOT doing the simple things right"
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7. Know the LOTG and competition Rules!
EXPECTATIONS from You
Accept your games on time
Dress properly
Arrive early
Check the field correctly
Check Teams in correctly and quickly
Start the game on time
Know your signals
Know your restart signals
Report the games on time
Know the LOTG and competition Rules!
#1 job- spirit of the game supports safety of players. If it’s a foul, call foul. Do not let the game get out of control for ignoring or not taking charge of the game
Do quick physical walk on the field
Blow whistle hard and signal appropriately
do not let coaches get mouthy with you - Ask, Tell and Dismiss
Know your restarts and hand signals
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8. Why accept your games on time?
EXPECTATIONS from You
Why accept your games on time?
Assignors spend time rating the games and Referees
A short notice cancellation leaves a game w/o a good ref
Creates extra work for all involved
Assignors keep lists of those who reject on a short notice
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9. EXPECTATIONS from You Dress properly
There is a proper USSF attire (Shirt, Shorts, Socks, Shoes, Watch, sounds familiar?)
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10. EXPECTATIONS from You Know your signals
As an Referee you need to communicate your decisions to the players, coaches, public and your crew
As an AR you need to communicate your decisions to the Referee, players, coaches, and public
Do NOT create new signals!
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11. MYSL Procedures
Each team must have a designated head coach and may have up to two (2) assistant coaches- no other personnel may be on the sideline.
Certified Roster with MYSL “APPROVED” logo diagonally
MUST display a valid Mass Youth identification on a lanyard
3 items that are a must: no exceptions
Coaches name on roster
Passcard with picture
Laynard – must remain on them at all times (can not put them inside bag)
Under 18, no CORI needed
Spring season: passcard and name on roster for all players
Have the coaches give out the passcard to the players – check them in by verifying name, picture and player to the roster
In Grade 3/4-U10 passcards are required only for the coaches of each team, not for the players. Note that all players must appear on the certified roster
Link to Rule Middlesex Rule Book
A certified roster shall be the one approved by the appropriate Commissioner’s, have “APPROVED” in the title and a watermark diagonally across the page or clearly marked with an alternative method-
Note: Coaches may use smart phone technology to pull up their approved roster for the referee and opposing coach but a handwritten roster must also be prepared as stated above
A card is valid indication that the player and/or coach are in good standing with the league. No passcard means player could be suspended and not eligible to play
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12. HOLD ON TO THE PASSCARDS BUT DO NOT FORGET TO GIVE THEM BACK!!!
MYSL Procedures
HOLD ON TO THE PASSCARDS BUT DO NOT FORGET TO GIVE THEM BACK!!!
Hold on to cards in case there is an issue with the coach or player
If you eject a player, not having a card will prevent that player from playing next game. Do not take excuses for players not have a card.
Black and white scenario- card = play, no card = does not play
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13. MYSL Procedures- Substitution
Substitution Procedure: All substitutes should enter and leave the field at the halfway line. Players on the field may be replaced by a substitute under one of the following conditions:
• By both teams prior to any throw-in provided that the team in possession of the ball substitutes, and that the substitutes are located properly at the halfway line.
• by either team prior to a goal kick,
• by either team after a goal,
• by either team at half-time
• at the time of a caution, the cautioned player may be substituted
Substitutions may only be made with the referee’s consent and only if the substitutes are ready to enter the game.
An injured player must be replaced if the referee stops the play for the injury. In such a case, the opposing team may have an equal substitution.
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14. MYSL Procedures U10
Law 8 – The Start and Restart of Play - Conform to IFAB except:
The opponents of the team taking the kick-off are at least eight (8) yards from the ball until it is in play.
Law 14 – The Penalty Kick
No penalty kicks shall be awarded to or taken by either team. All fouls committed inside the penalty area that would normally result in a penalty kick will be moved outside the penalty area to the point parallel to the goal line closest to where the foul was committed and a direct free kick awarded
Law 12 - Fouls and Misconduct - Conform to IFAB except:
There are no penalty kicks. (See Law 14) Keeper distributions (punts, drop kicks and throws) may not travel in the air over the halfway line. An Indirect free kick from midfield is awarded to the other team if this happens.
When a player deliberately heads the ball or attempts to head the ball in a game, an indirect free kick (IFK) should be awarded to the opposing team from the spot of the offense. If the deliberate header or attempt occurs within the goal area, the indirect free kick should be taken on the goal area line parallel to the goal line at the point nearest to where the infringement occurred
Law 16 – The Goal Kick - Conform to IFAB except:
Opposition players to retreat into their own half of the playing field on goal kicks. US Youth Soccer recommends that opponents should remain in their own half until the ball is in play. The team taking the goal kick does not have to wait for the opposition to retreat and has the option to restart the game beforehand should they so choose. The ball is in play when it is kicked directly out of the penalty area.
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15. MYSL Procedures U12
Law 12 - Fouls and Misconduct - Conform to IFAB except:
Conform to IFAB with the exception that an indirect free kick is awarded to the opposing team at the center spot on the halfway line if a goalkeeper punts or drop-kicks the ball in the air from his/her penalty area into the opponent’s penalty are
MYSL / Mass Youth Heading Rule: If in the opinion of the referee, a player deliberately heads or attempts to head the ball, an indirect free kick is awarded to the opposing team. If the deliberate header or attempt to head occurs within the goal area, the indirect free kick will be taken on the goal area line parallel to the goal line at the point nearest to where the infraction occurred.
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16. Dealing with Coaches Introduce yourself to the coaches
Firm hand shake
Do not make extra work for yourself
Don't let the coaches intimidate you
Be confident in your knowledge of the LOTG
Remain calm
Coach steps over the boundaries- deal with him
Ask, Tell, Dismiss
Do not accept “last week the ref let me do..…”
Don’t make extra work for yourself by talking to much. Quick hello and introduction, let them know when you expect to start the game and when you will check the players in
Firm hand shake
Remain calm. If someone is hollering at you, don't yell back at them. Speak respectfully and quietly, so the coach must quiet down to hear you
However, once the coach steps over the boundaries of the game and begins to make his comments personal or abusive, you must deal with it. Slowly and calmly walk over to the coach. In a polite and respectful way, inform the coach that this type of conduct is unsporting and continuing with this type conduct will result in his or her removal from the game. If the behavior continues – respectfully and professionally ask the coach to leave. If the coach refuses to leave, give the coach a warning that if he or she does not leave, you will end the game. If the coach does not leave in a reasonable amount of time (approximately 30 – 60 seconds), end the game. Be sure to file a very detailed report with the league so there is a good understanding of why the game was ended early
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17. Dealing with Players Check players in on time Take charge of the game
Quick introduction and instructions (do not lecture)
No cast, jewelry or anything that can injure other players
(Final decision is yours alone)
Take charge of the game
Remember to blow the whistle with confidence
Deal with dissent
Talk to them before it gets out of hand
Talk to the coach about a player – warn of upcoming dismissal
If you have a difficult player dissenting or doing something else to disrupt the game, at a stoppage of play, issue a caution to them and let the player know that kind of behavior is unacceptable. If the player still insists on being difficult, use a well delivered warning to let them know that you have just about reached the limit of what you are going to take.
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18. Dealing with Parents Do not engage the parents Remain calm.
Do not get into discussions or arguments with the sidelines
Report any misbehaviors or misconducts
If you hear abuse coming from the sideline, engage the coaches
Engage both coaches about sideline behavior
Ask him to speak with the offending spectators, and let him know that if the behavior continues, the game will not
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19. Final Note Together we can be leaders Be confident and be in charge
Ask for help and assessment
Middlesex can and will provide mentors and assessors
Come to the field clinics and get more experience
Create a goal for you
Learn from the nightmare games- we all have them
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