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The further into this thread that I got the lower my jaw fell in disbelief!! I do not want to be harsh but some people need to realise that we are meant to use the LoTG in conjunction with common sense not in isolation! @ref craig every bit of dissent is not meant to be punished. Employ the...

Ah I understand! Thanks for the clarification, new to the system as a newly promoted 4!

Surely that is harsh though as it means at least one person will be demoted each year, and Ive never come across a 4 to be demoted. It also means that in a league of entirely above standard referees one will always be wrongfully demoted! Sad to hear your not enjoying it! Perhaps take a...

Am I right in saying you have to be E or EE for two seasons in a row to be demoted? Why would you want to pack it in completely? Would be a massive shame considering all the hard work to get there!! If you don't mind me asking, is there any particular reason why you think you've had a bad...

Well rather you than me then...shows a slight lack of respect in my opinion... You give them chances because they're innocent young children, in my opinion you should do everything in your power before using cards, even if this does mean liaising with the manager. Any chance of an update on...

http://news.thefa.com/HS?a=ENX7CqkO5ewI8SA9MKJLPTPnGHxKLAXrEvcStGb5lw8W0bBhOG5mpqVsje_HhdDpIlOl I believe that could be the link, file too large to upload! And the previous one... http://news.thefa.com/HS?a=ENX7CqkO5ewI8SA9MKJNEuXnGHxKLMkr2fcStGb5lw8W0bBhOG5mpqVsje_HhdDpIlKX

I would love to comment my thoughts but I was watching the City game instead! We do all have our bad days though, thats for sure!!

Boys, I remember having 20 exams for my GCSEs!! Stressful times!! The only thing is appreciate life in GCSEs whilst you have it...the exams only get far worse!!

@Padfoot I don't wish to enter this argument again but I have one piece of information to share. Whilst working with various select group referees on an PL u14 tournament a few weeks ago it was clear that they do not subscribe to your viewpoint. I will outline a few quotes...(but wont name...

Do you have plans for OA next season @jojo?

After seeing him in the flesh I certainly wouldn't say he has regained the weight. He is certainly nowhere near fat. He is getting older though and he's never been the fastest so wouldn't be surprised if he did decide to pack up.

It might be worth going over to the manager and give him the option: say something along the lines of: 'Look I need to do something about your number X, I'll give you two options: ONE I give him a yellow card TWO you take him off for a couple of minutes to let him cool down and where you can...

Completely the wrong one haha! P.S. Thanks @hattersfan for liking my full stop ;)

@HarryD Perhaps check this (rather controversial!) thread out! (http://www.refchat.co.uk/threads/lenience.2873/) It will probably provide you with more questions and answers but may help you come to your own conclusions on refereeing youth football! Obviously I subscribe to my own (and...

That one I am pleased you published! A very sensible approach to youth football!

Harry, first of all, first games are always tough so don't beat yourself up about it! You did the right thing with the managers. The best thing I can suggest is to fill out a self-assessment. Spend 10-15 minutes writing down things you felt you did well, things you could improve on and things...

I'm not saying don't keep a card count as you are more than entitled to do that! All I'm saying is don't publish it or ask others to!

I'm going to say this again, please stop getting so concerned about card count, it rarely says much about their refereeing ability (unless it is at either extreme) and it is certainly not a competition! Yes, ask people how their season has gone, but leave the cards out! Asking people their...

By law it is a mandatory yellow- He left the FOP without the referees permission. Yes its funny and should be appreciated by all but the yellow should still be issued especially at the level at which this player seems to be playing at.

I too agree with Haywain in the most part here! A bollocking would do nothing as the incident has already happened and would only lose you respect from the two assistants. However I don't think it should be swept under the carpet. Perhaps you could calmly open up a friendly debrief of the...