Recent content by Thewhitchurchwhistle

County cup for Hampshire and youth no idea what age yet got to go to an evening to find out

I have just been appointed my first ever cup final and don't know what to expect from it. Does anybody have and pointers or advice? It would really help me a lot

I was nervous for my first game but I didn't show it. Always look confident even if you aren't and smile and be polite to the coaches,players and your assistant referees, good luck, i'm sure you'll smash it!!

Should metal studs be removed? Or are they ok, the law isn’t really clear on this, all help appreciated

Go to local games in your area, this really helped me as you can see what the more experienced referees do and how they do it. Go to referee meetings in the local area too (if there are any). Always be brave to give decisions and don’t change your decision either, your in control. I wish you...

Just a young inexperienced referee asking a quick scenario question for anyone who knows the answer: The attacking team cross the ball into the penalty area and the defending player handballs it with his hands by his side which wouldn’t be a handball offence. The defending team clear the ball...