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Module #4
Philosophy
What We Will Cover in This
Module
Referee Uniform Requirements
Attitude & Composure
Fitness & Nutrition
Pre-Game and Post-Game duties
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Referees Code Of Conduct
As a referee in the sport of lacrosse, you have a
unique and important role to play. Your conduct
can impact not only the play of an individual game
but it can promote the respect and growth of the
game itself.
Review the Code of Conduct that has been
handed out.
You will be held to higher standard of conduct
both on and off the field. Always conduct yourself
in a professional manner.
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Attitude & Composure
The referee ensures the rules of the game are
applied equally and fairly. They do not make the
rules, but merely enforce the rules.
Proper attitude and composure is a key attribute of
any official.
Projecting a calm and competent attitude will carry
outward to everyone else involved.
Problems are solved by people who can keep their
head in a heated situation.
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Attitude & Composure
As the “third team”, we must always work together
as a crew. Be supportive of your partner(s).
Similar to players and coaches, we need to strive to
continuously improve as referees:
Read the rule book often
Consult your manuals often
Look at what other referees do well that could help you
become a better referee
Talk to each other, and share your experiences both
positive, and negative
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Attitude & Composure
Striving to continuously improve (cont.)
Seek feedback from senior referees and
supervisors.
Review your own performance and set goals for
yourself.
Work with different officials. The more diverse
the group the better.
Be willing to travel to tournaments or games
outside of your regular area. Often there is a
higher level of competition.
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Attitude & Composure
When dealing with players & teams,
sometimes you can make the situation worse
by:
Being overly officious, too strict, or cocky.
Being indecisive or slow to make a decision
or a call.
Trying to ‘even up’ the calls.
Provoking the player or coach – The all too
familiar – “Do you want another one?”
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Attitude & Composure
Frequently Asked Questions
Q I think I may have made an incorrect call, what
should I do to correct it?
A
The rule book states that referees should make any corrections
immediately. Discuss the call with your partner, admit to the
coaches or the captains of the teams that an error has been
made, and then correct it immediately.
The key is effective communication, diplomacy and
respect. Don’t hesitate to call a time out and speak with
the coaches to clarify a problem.
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Attitude & Composure
Frequently Asked Questions
Q The coach is questioning a call, and wants me to show
him that rule in the rule book. What should I do?
A
Never bring your rule book out during the game. Let the
coach know that you will be happy to discuss it after the
game, but that you will be consistent throughout the game in
your interpretation of the rule.
Remember, you will win the argument with the coach, but
overall you will lose (credibility).
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Attitude & Composure
Frequently Asked Questions
Q The coach is not controlling his assistant coaches who
are not conducting themselves appropriately. What
should I do?
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Warn Head Coach for first offense.
For second offense call an unsportsmanlike conduct foul on
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Attitude & Composure
Frequently Asked Questions
Q What if there is a problem with game fees or mileage?
What should I do?
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Do the game, then report the problem to your assignor or the
RIC.
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Pre-Game and Post-Game Duties
Both your pre and post game actions will reflect
on your attitude and abilities.
They illustrate your commitment to the today’s
game(s).
Your actions now will take away anyone's ability to say
“I can’t believe that we are paying this person to be
here!”
This has as much to do with presentation and presence
as it does with the rules.
It not only gets you and you crew ready to go, but it
also gets the teams out on the field on time and
prepared to begin play.
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Pre Game Duties
30 Minutes Prior To Game Time
Arrive at the Field and meet with your partner(s).
Determine who is Head Referee.
Decide on uniform and get changed.
Walk the field and check:
Nets – Proper size and strung without holes.
Field is properly lined (especially crease, wing lines and
bench areas).
Note any problems with the field. Look for any
potentially hazardous conditions.
Make sure home team has supplied, timers, scorer,
clocks, game sheet, pens, CLA balls, ball boys.
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Pre Game Duties
30 Minutes Prior To Game Time
Head Referee conducts Pre-Game Meeting to discuss:
Field positioning.
Review signals and communication.
Any problems with the field or teams.
Where you will meet at time outs and between quarters.
Any PMA or League Points of Emphasis.
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Pre-Game Duties
10 Minutes Prior To Game Time
The complete officiating crew meets with the coaches for
each team.
Synchronize watches and confirm starting time.
Confirm length of half time break.
Discuss any problems with the field.
Note the numbers of the team captains.
Answer any questions the coach may have.
Get the Game Ball from the Home team.
Check that the game sheet is properly completed.
Meet with time keepers - review procedures.
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Pre-Game Duties
5 Minutes Prior To Game Time
Coin Toss
Bring Captains to Center (Home team faces the
bench).
Introduce the Captains (Visitors first) and the
officiating crew.
The Head Referee details any field problems, and any
other instructions to the teams.
The Head Referee will ask one of the Visiting team
captains what the call will be – Heads or Tails.
The Head Referee then tosses the coin and catches it
on an open palm. The Head Referee then announces
the result.
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Pre-Game Duties
Coin Toss (Cont.)
The Head Referee asks the the winning team which
end that they would like to defend.
The entire group will then rotate so that the winning
team will have their backs to the goal they will defend.
The Head Referee makes a shooting motion next to
each team toward the goal that they will be shooting at.
The Head Referee will then answer any queries, and
remind the teams to bring the starting 10 out to line
up with their left shoulder to the goal they will defend.
Captains shake hands and head to the bench.
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Pre-Game Duties
Coin Toss (Cont.)
We will now conduct a coin toss.
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Pre-Game Duties
2 Minutes Prior To Game Time
Starting Line Up
Officiating Crew Heads to Center.
Teams bring their starting 10 to center and line up with
their left shoulder to the goals they defend, 5 yards
apart.
Check both teams for proper mouthguards.
Head Referee introduces the officiating crew.
The Head Referee discuses any ground rules, i.e. use of
foul language.
Ask goalkeepers to shake hands. Then all other players
will meet and shake hands.
Players and officials move to their starting position.
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Pre Game Duties
Q. If a team is late to start the game, do we call the
game, or wait for a while, and if so, how long?
A. According to Rule 32 the late team forfeits. Refer to your
Provincial guidelines for local procedures.
Q. If a player shows up after the game has started,
can he go on the field to play?
A. There are no ILF or CLA guidelines governing this.
However, most PMA’s allow a player to enter his name
on the game sheet and then enter the field of play.
Check with your PMA for local procedures
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Post Game Duties
At the end of the game, the officiating crew meets at center, to
compare score cards.
The entire crew watches as the teams shake hands to ensure
there are no incidents that may need to be reported.
The Head Referee reviews the game sheet for the following:
Verify the score. Is the score correct compared to the Head
Referee’s card?
Any special situations or penalties are noted.
Then the entire crew signs the game sheet.
Leave the field together as the team that you are.
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Post Game Duties
The officiating crew meets to:
Complete any reports that may need to be
filed.
Discuss the game and offer any constructive
feedback on performance, positioning, etc.
Discuss and clarify any game situations that
could have been handled better.
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