Managing as Referees
Pre-Match
During the Game
Post Match
Pre-Match
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Competition Rules
Fuel/Hydration
Kit
Travel Arrangements
Studs
Front Row Briefing
Ground
TJ’s
During The Game
• Making use of “down time”
– Scrums
– Lineouts
– Injuries
– Penalty/Free Kick
– Yellow Card
• Exit/Return
– Sending Off
During The Game
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Admit your mistakes
Smile your enjoying it !
Praise good play
Be consistent
Look smart
Post Match
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– Argue with your advisor
– Get into heated discussions
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Thank your advisor for his time
Dress smart
Remember you are representing Somerset Ref Soc.
Respect other officials
Talk to players & coaches
• But don’t necessarily believe everything you hear !!!