Referees Guide

• Having your own referee avoids the problems associated with so-called “blind” referees from the opposition. 
• Generally the referee only needs to referee a half game but often they may do a full game. 
• Needs to know the rules of the game for the relevant grade (there are differences). 
• 10th Grade and above, needs to be of average fitness. 
• You have 5 seconds to make a decision, and you can change your decision, but do it quickly and decisively. 
• The club will provide a whistle. Ensure you carry a notepad to record goals. 
• Introduce yourself to the opposition coach and agree on throw in rules and off sides, sub changes etc. 
• Try to give brief explanations to repeat rule offenders, they may not know they are doing something wrong. 
• Don't assume that the opposition knows the rules, carry the corner kick, it has a summary of the WJFA rules in it. 
• It's not as hard as it would seem and can be very rewarding. 
• Rules of the Game