Right so the feedback i got on the first observation for this new season (L5-4)
1. Application of Law:
During this match it was noted that you applied Law in a consistent manner throughout the match. It was also noted that you practised the ‘Stepped Approach’ to discipline during this game. You spoke to players regularly and not just on matters of discipline thereby gaining some semblance of rapport with the players. By being consistent and sharp in your decision making, as well as being fairly close to play, you prevented any dangerous or reckless tackles taking place.
There were two numbers official sanctions issued during this match, together with one dismissal from the technical area of a team official. The first caution on 69mins was for a push in the back whilst engaged on a tackle from behind by No6 B.Ams. The second caution on 70mins was for a tackle from behind and a trip by No.10V.M. The dismissal was that of the manager/coach of B.Ams. for loud and continuous dissent against a decision which was correct.
2. Match Control:
During this match you were in total control with only two instances of attempted undermining of your authority. Both these incidents were dealt with, though not without room for improvement. The No6 B.A. the team captain refused to face you and continued walking away whilst you were in the process of cautioning him. As we discussed Post Match.The second incident was with the official when you attempted to calm him down. By regularly talking to players, reinforcing signals, and being positive, the rapport you built up in the early stages stayed with you.
There was very little dissent in this match and when it did occur you quickly stepped in and closed it down.
3. Positioning, Fitness & Work Rate:
Fitness levels were really good with an ability to change to a quick sprint as required. Constant movement around the pitch ensured that you were nearly always in contact with the action. Positioning on corners was not very good in that you had a tendency to position yourself inside the ‘D’ on the edge of the penalty area. You were also static and did not move when the ball was in flight. At least you did not have your back to the kicker on corners. Because you did not utilise a diagonal patrol path for period of time you were always had a one dimensional view. As we discussed. You had a high work rate during this match, well paced.
4. Alertness & Awareness, Including management of stoppages:
Management of stoppages and injuries was as per the guide lines and managed competently. In the early stages of this match your Awareness and Alertness was a slightly awry. You were caught in a ruck of players on a number of occasions and were forced to take avoiding action. This was because you did not take cognisance of players’ movements and actions. Fortunately you did recognise your problems and became more aware and alert which aided your game.
5. Communication:
This was a good point in your favour during this match as you built up a rapport and maintained it. This empathy with the players aided you considerably. With sharp whistle signals, varied in strength and length meant all players were aware of your requirements. With reinforcement of these signals with positive hand indications there was no doubt as to the decision. By talking to players, your communications meant that the game went without dissent.
6. Teamwork:
With club linesmen assistance was somewhat scanty.
7. Advantage:
During this match you made use of the Advantage clause on two occasions. Both were good calls, in reasonable attacking positions with clear runs on goal. Arm signals were held until the move finished only the shout requires being louder.
Strengths:
Fitness levels good, with the ability to change to sprint mode as required.
Good levels of communication with all players.
Match control was of a good standard throughout the match
Development:
When cautioning a player you must follow the guide lines Go to, a less crowded space., call the player to you, if he refuses and walks away, go to him Caution him for the first offence, Then show a 2nd Yellow card for delaying a free kick then show the red card
On the stepped approach to discipline utilize a Public Rebuke, as the final warning.
On Advantage ensure everyone can hear the call Advantage, Play on.
Marks:
1. Application of Law 3.3
2. Match Control 4.0
3. Positioning & Work rate 3.0
4. Alertness, Awareness 3.0
5. Communication 3.5
6. Team Work 3.5
7. Advantage 3.5
I'll include their feedback in the next post
