Things to do prior to the game and to discuss as a crew as a pre-game discussion.
As a crew introduce yourselves to the coaches and determine that everyone is legally equipped, find out
if any special equipment, casts, etc. needs to be looked at, determine if any doctor's statements are needed,
and discuss good sportsmanship.
Be sure and get a printed copy of the team roster, with coaches and bench personnel
Check the field for hazards and assure the goals are secured
Determine who the ball people will be
Discuss the proper timing methods with the clock operator
Check game balls for proper air
Perform a pre-game conference with your crew
As part of the pre-game conference with your crew be sure and cover the following items and discuss how you as the
referee or AR1 want them to be handled.
Which side AR1 and AR2 will be on.
How the crew will walk out at the start of the game
If referee cannot finish game, AR1 will come in (or 2-man system)
How to handle throw-ins - help spot position for thrower ; watch feet / hands
Ball in and out of touch … when to signal ; look at referee before signaling in his end
Offside - make sure player is involved in play ; if delayed flag give good snap ; when to drop flag if play changes direction
How AR1 and AR2 are to handle fouls as play gets closer to AR1 or AR2
Fouls in the Penalty Area --- referee should be close enough to call, but he will advise when he wants help ; if the referee calls a foul and it is in penalty area, what should the AR1 or Ar2 do … walk to corner flag ; flag between legs ; etc.
If there are Penalty Kicks … what are AR1 and AR2's responsibilities? (Goal Judge)
Help spot free kicks near AR1 and AR2
Where to be on Corner Kicks
Follow Ball to End Line
What to do if the Ball is in and out of the goal and we have a score
What to do during goal kicks
Who will keep time ; Who will write and what ( AR1 and AR2 )
When should AR come on the field
How to handle fouls behind the referee's back
How to communicate or signal the referee that you wish to talk to him
How to handle Substitutes (signals ; shirts tucked in ; when to let subs on the field ; they must be at the center line)
What to do if there is a fight or bench clearing (take numbers ; control bench side players ; don't touch anyone)
How to handle coaches who become hostile or are not exhibiting good sportsmanship
How to talk to players or what to do if player are hostile to you
