Sc Scot ott t Weyland land February 26, 2011 SFSFL since 1983 - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Sc Scot ott t Weyland land February 26, 2011

SFSFL since 1983

Blog: For the Integrity of Soccer…. " Integrity without knowledge is weak and useless, and knowledge without integrity is dangerous and dreadful ." (Samuel Johnson, 1709-84).

Pr Pres esen entation tation Out utlin line  Participants/What Teams Want  The Step Approach  Refereeing Success/Management  Sporting Goal/Referee Framework  Keys to Match Communication  Post Game Analysis  Key Concepts  Summary

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Par arti tici cipant ant Con onsi side derat ation ions Players & Family/Coaches/Managers  Age  Life experience  Committed/Invested  Division  Playing experience  Amateur/Pro

Wh What t Tea eams ms Want: t:  Referee’s that are consistent (FAIRly consistent).  Referee’s aren’t expected to be perfect…..just, fair.  The “legally” correct answer is often not the best answer.  Make it look like you are taking action, even if you are not.  Players will “protect their own.”  The punishment must fit the crime. “Don’t swat flies with a shotgun!”

 Player’s want respect and acknowledgement.  Referee’s:  Don’t demean or threaten.  Don’t yell.  Quiet word->Public admonishment->Caution->Send-off  Compliment/encourage/teach proper behavior. “Honey attracts more bees than vinegar.”

 Player’s want to be heard.  Referee’s:  Take-in the information (NOT DISSENT) and use to your advantage.  Listening does not imply any promise of action.  The “Feedback” can guide your decisions and approach.  It’s OK to admit a mistake.

 Team’s use Gamesmanship (CHEATING).  Referee’s:  Be prepared, starting with the team check-in.  Watch for these tactics.  Let the player’s know that you know….

Ref efere ereei eing g Succ ucces ess On-field SUCCESS requires:  Management  Psychology  Communication

Ma Manage gement ment  Event (incl. pre- game duties…player uniform)  Game

PAP APER ERWORK ORK  Clear  Concise  Complete  Correct  Who, What, When Where, & Why  Use the LOTG for Reference

Send-Off Report  Narrative examples from 2010.

XXXXXXXXXX player #16-XXXXX XXXXXXX (CSAN XXXXX) was Sent-Off in the 51 st minute after receiving a Second Caution in the same game. He was first Cautioned in the 44 th minute for deliberately and recklessly shoving (pushing) an opponent, from behind, in an attempt to stop the opposing teams attack on goal. This incident occurred at midfield. The Second Caution was for Failure to Respect the Required Distance. In the 51 st minute, prior to the taking of a free kick, approximately 30 yards from goal, by the opponents, this player deliberately stood in front of the ball (approximately 2 feet away) interfering with the free kick. He was shown the Yellow Card and then the Red Card, when it was recognized that this was his Second Caution in the Same Game. After a short time, he left the field of play and play resumed with the free kick for the prior foul to the opponent.

XXXXXX player #7-XXXXXXX XXXXXXX (CSANXXXXX) committed a violent tackle against an opponent in the 87 th minute. The tackle was committed against the opponent at midfield and near the touchline. In making the tackle, he left his feet, jumping at the opponent with his studs exposed. He struck the opponent in the lower leg. Play was stopped and he was Sent-Off (shown the red card). He left the field and play resumed with a free-kick for XXXXXXXXXXXX.

In the 41 st minute, XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX player #9-XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (CSANXXXXX) committed a two-footed tackle, with excessive force, and with cleats exposed. The tackle was performed without regard to the opponents safety and occurred near the halfway line on the South side of the field. He made contact with the opponent at the level of the opponents ankle. He was immediately Sent-off (shown the red card) and left the field after a brief protest, which included foul language directed to the Referee. He retired to the bench (West dugout) were he remained for the short duration of the half. He left the bench area, after being instructed to do so, prior to the start of the second half.

Ben ench ch Ma Managem gement ent  Managing the Technical Area  Before  During  After  ASK / TELL / REMOVE

“Man Management can only be effective if players are prepared to accept that approach. If they want to do their own thing, and many do, then give them nothing, and throw the book at them at the first opportunity. Many referees are concerned, that being perceived as too strict will reflect on their assignments. If that is what they think, then perhaps they should go back to officiating recreational soccer. The letter of the law is paramount when it comes to serious transgressions. Don’t concern yourself with consequences do what is right. ” Pat Smith

SP SPORTI TING NG GOAL AL  SAFETY  EQUALITY  ENJOYMENT

Mantra’s  Referee : “ Not everything is a foul!” Rhythm - More Flow, Less Stoppage.  AR : “Wait and See!”

Ref efere ereei eing g is Th Thinki king ng … Before the Game:  Competence (Experience+Knowledge+Plan)  Appearance  Pre-game (organization/duties)  Confidence  Reputation

Ga Game me Ma Manage gement/P ment/Psy sychology chology  The Referee Team, creates the playing environment. Set limits  Uphold the laws/rules   Player’s are seeking to gain an advantage :  Referee’s - don’t be surprised or intimidated/ Take the opportunity to make your mark.

 The Referee Team, must SELL their management and game philosophy. Be clear and concise.  Communicate verbally and  visually. Exhibit: Care…  Compassion… and, Consideration.

 Motivate player’s: Appeal to their sense of Fair  Play/Sportsmanship. Acknowledge  Protect 

Mi Mich chel el Vou outr trot/UE /UEFA  Manage matches through force of personality.  Stay natural, let your personality come through, it will be noticed if you are not being natural. (Learn from others….)  First Impressions ….

Ref efere eree Co e Consi siderations derations  Football intelligence:  Feeling the spirit of the game.  Understanding the players.  Observing the laws, but a flexible approach.  Understanding team tactics  Quiet but Strong: exude natural authority, gain respect, don’t show doubt.  Body language  Anticipate events

 Show respect/gain respect.  Courage  Confidence  Vigilance  Communication  Respect

Dur urin ing g th the Ga e Game me:  Personality  Mechanics  Awareness  Responsibility  Consistency (Fair)

 Cooperation  Attitude  Justice

 When administering justice:  Always get the player who started “it” first before dealing with the retaliator.  Defuse the situation first.  Watch for the “third guy” in.  Use Referee Teamwork to control the situation.

 Team’s use pressure and intensity to confuse the Referee Team.  Referee’s:  Slow things down.  Use teamwork to GET IT RIGHT!  Trust your instincts….go with your “gut.”  Watch the player’s reactions, then take action.

Some Keys to Match Communication  Have your head on right!  Don’t be a tough person.  Don’t bark.  Show confidence.  Forget the fans.  Answer reasonable questions.  Stay cool.  Choose your words wisely.

After er th the Ga e Game me:  Self Analysis  Seek feedback > Colleagues/Players/Coaches/Managers/Administrators  Assessment > Formal Assessment/D&G/Mentoring

A Proper Debriefing…

“Spirit of the Game”

Sp Spirit t af after er th the Ga e Game me

Key Ref eferee eree Con oncepts cepts  It’s about relationships…  It’s about perception… (fair & impartial)  You create an image.  Pay attention to your presentation (image/appearance/body language)  Use your personality…  You are the guardian… (enforcement )

“…convince officials that integrity matters… then…send [knowledgeable] referees onto the field to do no more nor no less than defend the HONOR of the game. ” Robert Evans

Pr Pres esen entation tation Sum ummary  Participants/What Teams Want  The Step Approach  Refereeing Success/Management  Sporting Goal/Referee Framework  Keys to Match Communication  Post Game Analysis

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