It's an older version of adidas Climacool shoes that are no longer in production. Which is too bad, I've heard they are great shoes.
Excellent point in bold. A question about PK mechanics... As referees we need to be changing our style depending on who the teams are, their...
He did an exhibition in Texas. Cruz Azul v. Club America, I believe.
The rest: Seattle v. Salt Lake: Toledo / Clark / Hosking / Reyes D.C. v. Chicago: Geiger / Supple / Dittmar / Chapin Dallas v. Chivas: Ward /...
No problem! Here is what I used: http://www.foothealth.com/Ace-Cotton-Ankle-Brace.aspx
I had pretty severe shin splints last year that lasted several months. I didn't see a doctor, but it finally got so bad that I couldn't run well...
The best story of my weekend? Getting to sleep in on Sunday!
I don't know about an official position from USSF, but you don't need to wear a jacket/warm up suit unless the weather or competition authority...
Several years ago (I'm guessing not now), FIFA Referees were able to wear their FIFA badges for life. I don't know what the current guidelines are.
The saying goes "If it isn't broken, don't fix it." FIFA's mentality seems to be "If it isn't broken, fix it until it is." There is no need for...
I don't think that's necessary. People are overreacting over absolutely nothing.
Hey, the National Referee badge is a significant badge. :)
Yep, I did notice that. The "Personal Resources" section is what I was really referring to, not the pages on the laws or other related materials.
THE MOST DIFFICULT PART OF REFEREEING Robert Evans FIFA Referee (1979-88); FIFA Referee Instructor (1990-92) Many people who go to watch a...
Thought I would add a few more things to this thread: Player and Game Management: One) Understanding. Understand the game. Understand the...
A few things I carry that I haven't seen listed: Cramer StayCool Sports Towel (best thing ever) Two USSF Game Reports, and two HS game reports...
My best compliment: "Hey, you're the second best ref we've ever had!" "Who was the first?" "Everyone else" Old jokes aside, the best compliment...
For a lot of the hat-wearing referees I know, yes. I'm aware some wear one for health concerns, and I can understand that. And I distinctly...
I agree, and would also like to know. I can't even login to the new website. I've never heard of it until now ...
I take pride in my appearance, and expect the referees I work with to do the same. I've received comments from spectators and coaches on it, and...
Agreed. I was just listing the bare basics, and I think some of the other areas I listed make up for that. Good post.
I was working on something to send to the local association on refereeing, so I thought I would post it here since it does a good job of answering...
Haha, what happened?! I tried posting twice and both times I just got a blank white screen. I've heard of double and even triple posting, but...
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