First game back...

[alexv]

I’m still awaiting my first appointment and haven’t refereed a proper game for about 2 or 3 months (I did a small sided tournament in June). I’m worried that I’m going to be really rusty in my first game back. This is also going to be my first full season refereeing.

I was wondering what’s the best way to keep sharp and ready for my first game after being out for a while...

 

[alexgr]

Go over the LOTG to refresh your mind, go on a few runs beforehand to build up some fitness, be confident in your abilities.

 

[Sheffields Finest]

I’m worried that I’m going to be really rusty in my first game back. ...

Good luck with that then!!! Whats that like???

 

[alexv]

Good look with that then!!! Whats that like???

 

[santa sangria]

I also really like those MLS Instant Replay videos for a reminder about excessive force challenges and stamps.

 

[alexv]

I also really like those MLS Instant Replay videos for a reminder about excessive force challenges and stamps.

I’ll have to check that out. I’ve just been watching games and just seeing the ref’s positioning and trying to understand thw reasons for decisions. Thanks!

 

[AlexF]

Just a small reminder that the guys that present those Instant Replay videos are NOT referees, but league paid "journalists" that do their best to over-sensationalize everything.

 

[santa sangria]

Just a small reminder that the guys that present those Instant Replay videos are NOT referees, but league paid "journalists" that do their best to over-sensationalize everything.

Yeah don't pay truck to the presenters... but do watch the instant replays

 

[alexv]

Yeah don't pay truck to the presenters... but do watch the instant replays

I quite like Ref Watch on Sky Sports News (whenever it’s on) as they tend to have professional refs on there

 

[spuddy1878]

Dermott Gallagher on a Monday at 11 am really good waatch.