Enhanced Management Principles In Refereeing

Published: 2022-04-01

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Keith Hackett, counted among the top 100 referees of all time, discusses the enhanced management principles behind effective officiating.

AIM

To understand why MANAGEMENT SKILLS are fundamental for referees in improving their on-field performances
To be able to use our TECHNICAL SKILLS to more effectively officiate
To recognize good practice and performances through video analysis

SKILL SETS FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT

It is widely accepted that high levels of management require four skill sets.

KEY ON-FIELD ATTRIBUTES TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE

AUTHORITY – An effective referee will take command of the overall action.

‘Boss the game’

CONTROL - Anticipate and be alert at all times. React positively, in a calm and dignified manner, to the events of the game.

PERSONALITY AND PRESENCE – These allow you time to put your authority into effect. Players must understand and feel that it is your game.

EXAMPLES OF EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE

STRENGTHS

Good man management. Dealing with players and their emotions in a calm, consistent, and firm manner.
Presence. Showing you are in control of the game and communicating that, both verbally and non-verbally, to the players.
Physical fitness and movement. Being able to keep up with the speed of the match, maintain focus, and reach the right positions at the right time.

IMPROVEMENTS

Becoming mentally stronger. Handling the pressure better.
Calmer and more relaxed in your movement
More experience

ACHIEVEMENTS:

It is important to record your successes, and track your progress.
These can be in aspects of:

Fitness and Movement
Application of Laws
Management of players

PREPARATION

I am in excellent physical shape, having been continually conditioning and staying disciplined in my training
Good pre-match instructions = good team spirit
I am always 'up for the fight' and ready for what the match might throw my way

EDGE

I have a good reputation in the game
I have increasing experience refereeing 'big games', adding to confidence and ability
Physical Size/Stature/Fitness to help maintain control of the match

YOUR GOALS