Whether you are a player or a referee, this applies to you and your game. Continue Reading
Earlier this spring, I chose the topic of referee abuse and how it has no place in rugby but judging by some of the discipline reports that have been filed recently the message obviously did not get through to all coaches, players and supporters. Continue Reading
Probably the most frequent reason rugby is slowed down is players not staying on their feet at rucks -- and there are a number of ways referees can help to keep up the pace. Continue Reading
Dare I say it? (yes!) — a few coaches bring an attitude that does not reflect the Charter of the Game of Rugby Football, and if they do, this attitude is quickly and not surprisingly brought to the pitch by his or her players. Continue Reading
Referee columnist, Peter Darbishire, discusses the importance of communication on the pitch, especially at the high school level. Continue Reading
When it comes to high school and early rugby development, we have a greater responsibility as referees than we have when managing a contest between experienced players. Continue Reading
It’s critical to arrive early at the tackle for effective refereeing, thus you must position yourself to watch all arriving players: Are they coming through the gate? Are they binding onto the flanks of their own player? Are their shoulders above the level of their hips? Are they in a position such that they can support their own weight? Continue Reading
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