You need to referee 20 OA games before the next promotion scheme starts (April 1st I think) to be eligible. I would advise against rushing things too much because a) you have time on your side and b) honestly, it takes time to learn the ropes
OK, that just about makes 20 OA games between now and then feasiblePromotion season now runs from 1st July to 30th April to bring it in line with the actual playing season, although this is a transition season so it runs from 1st March 2019 to 30th April 2020.
Personally I would say go for it. You might not get promoted straight away, but you will get observed and get what might be valuable tips. It's easier to fix a problem if it is spotted early than if you have that problem for years as it then becomes habitual.
Excellent thank you, I was refereeing with someone and they said that you can skip promotions if you get referred. How does that work?
Best thing I did was i spent a full season being an assistant Referee for an open age league. This prepared me for starting promotion at 18. It’s a big leap from youth to Open age. Spending a full season being an assistant and learning from experienced referees was the best thing I did.I am 16 so have just turned to level 7. I was wondering what the best way to get promoted quickly is, tricks of the trade or tips to get to the top.
Most Counties don't do the double-jump anymore. I'm don't see what it achievesBeing young and keen is fantastic, however there are some skills a referee needs that only experience can give you - man management being the main one. Many young referees have been pushed up the ladder far too quickly and they are lost to the game because the quit when they find themselves out of their depth. Do you have a mentor and, if so, what do they say?
Personally I would say take at least one year reffing at level 7, with lots of games as AR at a higher level and then look at promotion.
Technically it is possible to go from 7-4 in one season but it should only be done in exceptional circumstances. I went from 6-4 and found the step up extremely challenging and that was with many years man management experience from the working environment and as a coach.
Fantastic advice. There are no short cuts but this is the best way to learn well and fast.Best thing I did was i spent a full season being an assistant Referee for an open age league. This prepared me for starting promotion at 18. It’s a big leap from youth to Open age. Spending a full season being an assistant and learning from experienced referees was the best thing I did.
Thank you, it worked for me because I just had the good news yesterday of my double jump promotion 7-5Fantastic advice. There are no short cuts but this is the best way to learn well and fast.
Same.Year I got my "1" was the year they changed it to being a 5. Closest I ever got to the dream.
I'd of jumped straight to three but i didn't have the temperament, time, tongue or tremendous talent!
Sorry, I didn't mean to press all your buttons @Kes only I was just looking for the mute one...or the education ...