Referees & ARs. Ohio South 2016 Advanced Referee Recertification Mod C Training

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1 Referees & ARs Ohio South 2016 Advanced Referee Recertification Mod C Training

2 Observed Points of Concern LAWS 5 & 6 The Match Officials Responsibilities -

3 Officiating Systems ONLY ACCEPTABLE SYSTEM!!!! Diagonal System (One Whistle Only) One Referee & Two ARs (with flags) Diagonal System (One Whistle Only) One Referee & One AR (with flag)

4 Officiating Systems ONLY ACCEPTABLE SYSTEM!!!! Diagonal System (One Whistle Only) One Referee Diagonal System (One Whistle Only) One Referee, One AR & One Club Linesman OR One Referee & Two Club Linesmen

5 Officiating Systems NEVER ACCEPTABLE!!!! Dual System (Two Whistles) Head Referee & Referee All Competitive Youth Games No Exceptions: League and OSYSA rules of competition do not have the authority to approve a two or three whistle referee system. Only the Diagonal System of Control (one whistle) is acceptable. All sanctioned youth tournaments in Ohio South are Competitive games. USSF does not allow its referees to use the dual (2 whistle) system and a referee s USSF liability insurance coverage would be invalid in such an instance.

6 Officiating Systems NEVER ACCEPTABLE!!!! Dual System (Two Whistles) Head Referee & Referee Exception: Only Recreational Youth Games may not be subject to this restriction. Youth League and OSYSA rules of competition (in accordance with USSF policy) may approve a two or three whistle referee system for recreational youth play only.

7 Referee - Responsibilities DUTIES OBLIGATORY TASK. What an official has to do to be in compliance with the Laws. To officiate match using only the Diagonal System of Control (One Whistle) REFEREE S MANDATE. To ensure player safety and promote fair play

8 Referee - Responsibilities POWERS DELEGATED AUTHORITY. Legal authority in accordance with the Laws of the Game. REFEREE S PREROGATIVE. What a referee has a choice to decide to do or not to do. Does not have the choice to ever use a two-whistle system of officiating

9 AR - Responsibilities DUTIES ARs are to assist the Referee (not insist) Use proper Mechanics and Signals Follow Referee s pre-game instructions To inform the Referee of infractions that are not seen by the Referee POWERS Effectively none subordinate to Referee, who is the final decision-maker and ultimate authority

10 Who s in Charge The Referee The Referee is both the Judge and Jury. has the ultimate authority regarding all match issues An effective Referee uses the ARs and promotes the concept of team and serves as its leader. Referee has an obligation to act upon AR s information for any incident not seen by the Referee.

11 Pre-Game Duties Referee Team Referee must conduct pre-game conference (do not skip or ignore) with ARs to review duties, responsibilities and expectations first step to effectively operate as a team. Must inspect the field (this is a safety issue) Must inspect players equipment (also, a safety issue) Must inspect and approve game balls Conduct coin toss with team captains

12 Responsibilities BT #6 Three adults have been assigned to a officiate a U14 boys game using the diagonal system. One official fails to show up and no one is available to serve as a Club Linesman. Both coaches, who are familiar with both officials, agree that using two-whistles would provide a better officiated match and insist that the match be officiated using two whistles. In this situation it would then be acceptable for the two referees to officiate the game using two whistles. A. True B. False

13 Responsibilities -Professionalism- It is the DUTY of each Referee & AR to dress properly

14 Proper Uniforms MANDATORY STANDARD EQUIPMENT (All Game Officials) Shirts - All Game Officials Must Wear Same Color Gold Short Sleeve Basic Standard Shorts - All Black (No White Stripes or White Trim) Socks - Black (3 Styles Acceptable) Black w/ 3 White Stripes - Standard Shoes - Predominantly Black (White Trim Only) USSF Referee Badge (Current Year) Slide 14

15 Proper Uniforms STANDARD REQUIREMENTS (All Game Officials) Shirts Must Be Tucked In Sleeve Length Should Match (Not Mandatory) Pinstripes Need Not Match Socks Must Be Worn at Knee Length Styles Need Not Match Visible Undergarments - Should Be Black (Navy Blue) Slide 15

16 ACCEPTABLE APPAREL Eyeglasses Proper Uniforms Wristwatch Black Wristband Hat (or Visor) with Bill Solid Black Only Referee s Shirt In youth play it is acceptable for the Referee to wear a shirt of an alternate color than the ARs when (and only when) one of the teams is wearing gold or yellow shirts and one or both ARs do not have an alternate color shirt. In such a situation both ARs must wear gold shirts. Slide 16

17 Proper Uniforms UNACCEPTABLE APPAREL Jewelry No Earrings, Necklaces, Rings, etc. (Wedding Rings, ok) No Visible Piercings Headwear No Hats or Headwear with Logos No Colored Hats or Headwear No Hats Worn Backwards Socks Socks Not Pulled Up To Just Below the Knee No Ankle Socks Slide 17

18 Proper Uniforms ACCEPTABLE WEATHER-RELATED APPAREL Black Hats or Soft Black Caps Individual Referee s Choice Headwear Need Not Match Exposed Undergarments Black (or Navy Blue) Other Colors Unacceptable Matching Shirt Color Is Also Unacceptable Uniform Shirts Must Be Worn Over Weather Gear Shirts Still Must Be Tucked In Trousers or Sweatpants Must Be Black (or Navy Blue) in Color Need Not Be Worn By All Officials White Stripes Acceptable But Not Preferred Sunglasses Only Worn For Protection and When Conditions So Warrant Slide 18

19 Point of Concern: UNIFORMS Slide 19

20 The Professional Look MANDATORY STANDARDS Top Competition Levels Criteria for All Match Officials Including 4th Official Shirts Same Color With Matching Design Matching Pinstripe Styles Matching Sleeve Lengths Socks Matching Sock Design and Length (Just Below Knee) No Leggings or Sweatpants No Hats or Headgear No Eyeglasses or Tinted Glasses No Sunglasses No Item of Jewelry (Except Black Wristwatch is OK) Nor Any Item Which Would Not Be Permitted To a Player Slide 20

21 The Professional Look Everything Matches Referee Tea

22 Responsibilities BT #7 In a GU12 match the Referee determines that one of the teams has only Gold shirts to wear in the game. The Referee decides to have the officiating crew change to Blue jerseys, but the two young ARs only have Gold shirts. To avoid problems the Referee decides to wear a Blue jersey, while allowing the ARs to wear their Gold shirts. Is this acceptable and something the Referee should do? A. Yes B. No

23 Responsibilities BT #8 An adult AR comes to a match wearing black ankle socks, green shoes and long shorts hanging below the knee. The Referee decides to dismiss the AR for not wearing a proper uniform and then appoints a Club Linesman in his place. The AR expects to be paid, since he was scheduled by the assignor, traveled 20 miles and he was at the field well prior to game time. The Referee is obligated to give this AR his game fee, even though the Referee chose not to use him. A. True B. False