Should I move to Open Age?

[Lewis Hart]

Hi Guys,

I've been refereeing junior football since th start of the season, and in late August I will be 16, and able to referee Open Age football if I wish. However, I'm not sure wether to do this.

Any advice or reccomendations?

Thanks.

 

[Yacinho]

I think you're too young imho

 

[Harry]

For what it's worth, I did my first OA game when I was a few months over 16. In my first game it was obvious that I didn't have much confidence and was very nervy. But in the two years since my confidence has come on leaps and bounds, basically just go for it

 

[Jacko]

Get on the line on your local supply division and speak with your RDO.

 

[drahc]

Yes. I moved as soon as I turned 16 and have not looked back. It is a requirement for promotion, so why not spend a season doing it, and then go for your 7-6.

Speak to your local RA - who should be able to arrange a mentor for you. Take all the support and advice you can (but also learn when to completely ignore some advice!)

 

[Mike]

I've been having this argument with myself in the last few months. Think I'll start with a few lines, probably next season, get a feel of the differences and what is expected. Especially as I'm not the most physically imposing!

 

[Harry]

Get on the line on your local supply division and speak with your RDO.

That's a good shout, forgot that I did 4/5 months of lines to get used to it and then moved onto middles

 

[Colt]

I started Open Age football 3 months before my 16th birthday, I was only on the line at this time but 4 months later I was in the middle on my own and now i'm going for promotion.

If you have the confidence and support then go for it.
Good Luck