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Oh sorry. I'm over 18. Open age ref. Only done half a season plus this one, but not regular week in week out ref so I'm "new" but not straight off the course...if that helps...

Hello. Apologies if this has been raised previously. Today, I encountered a horrid U10s game. Most of the players whinging from the get go. Dissenting every single decision ( even in their favour). I'm aware of the sin bin procedure and need that bit of confidence to start enforcing it...

Hello all. Kids u10 mini soccer game. Ball was there to be won and was in the air at the time of the tackle. If the players foot was aimed at the others midriff (no contact made). The player was going for a loose/bobbling ball. Is there any indication on what a high tackle is deemed to be? My...

Hi. I am posting for opinions on this thread. First season as a ref - I have been doing mini soccer (5s and 7s) up to age 11. They don't play offside but I thoroughly enjoy working with the kids. I have great rapport with the coaches, players and the parents. I have been getting so,me great...

Hi, I have completed my 5 games and am now a qualified referee. I'm 35 year old. I need opinions on this thread more than anything. I have not played football at grassroots level ( I wasn't that great at school and only did a kick around) I really only watch the games live or on television. I...

Welcome to refereeing. Like yourself I am new to refereeing but have managed to get some games under my belt. Enjoy it. Strong whistle. strong signals. Take your time. don't be persuaded by the players! If unsure on a throw in or corner, either watch for player reactions or play it safe. I gdive...

Excellent advice here. Thank you everyone. It managed to get resolved without a hitch thankfully. Some valid points which I havent really thought about. Thank you folks

Hi folks. Hopefully this hasn't been covered previously. I am wondering how referees (new and experienced) relieve stress after a game? I am open to admit I'm an anxious and can be my own worst self critic. After each "bad" game I end up beating myself up and reflect on how the game and the...

I am new to refereeing and after previous advice given on here, I have opted to start at youth level 7v 7 and workup from there. How many games do people do per month? I only ref bi weekly as I don't want to burn out and just see reffing as a hobby rather than a secomd job. The second issue I am...

I think I've gone in too deep. I thinking was just keen to get going. I think I'll get in touch with the league secs tomorrow. Its been q case of them sending bulk emails rather than me making specific contact with them. 5 v 5 and 7 v 7 sounds a good plan. I think the positives which have came...

I am 2 games into my trainee ref career and have had a bad experience on both occasions. I'm hoping someone can assist. Game 1: U11 7 v 7 game. My main issue was managing offside on my own. My understanding is that there are no offsides for a 7s game with no Ars. However, the teams were academy...