Much of referee training centers around knowing the laws, knowing where to be to see the game, and being sufficiently fit to transition along the best positions through the game. Early in one’s referee development, communication is limited to “whistle, signal, talk.” It is the all important aspect of signaling and stating why we blew […]
The following new law trials will begin August 1st, 2017 for 15s and August 14, 2017 for 7s. Pictures, powerpoint, websites, and video examples are available at these excellent resources: Dropbox folder World Rugby laws website Additionally, the USARR-GMG-2017-2018 is fully updated with the law trials for this fall. This important resource explains how the trials will look in practice, […]
The South Independent Rugby Conference (SIRC) held a their 7s competition in Jacksonville, FL on January 28-29, 2017. Five MidSouth referees served in the center and as assistant referees through the 10 team, 29 game weekend. This was a great opportunity to assist a successful tournament and develop 7s specific officiating skills early in the […]