Ask The Ref

[The Ref]

As I was reading the boards, I realized that there are many questions asked about what happened during the game and why things are done. Not to mention questions about why things are done the way they are.

 

I have decided to help out as much as I can. If I can I would like to remain anonymous. But I will guarantee I will give you a good answer to your question about the beautiful game as best as I can.

 

I am an experienced referee in youth, adult, high school, college, and other levels. I have been around the state and know most of the top referees across Tennessee. We are a small fraternity and know each other well. I may have a different take than you have heard before, but bear with me, I am coming from what TSSAA, NCAA/NAIA, and USSF have taught in advanced level classes. If I don't have the answer, then I will find it from people who will know.

 

Later I will address an issue that I saw on other posts...........Kicks from the Penalty Mark (PKs): How they are called and how they are dealt with. If that interests you let me know, if not try something else

 

 

So.......

 

Ask Away.

[defaultuser]

Oh mysterious "The Ref" who will be the next girl in my life?

[ihavenofriendzz]

QUOTE(defaultuser @ May 31 2007 - 09:02 PM) 826469855[/snapback]Oh mysterious "The Ref" who will be the next girl in my life?

 

 

That has nothing to do with soccer. Ask a real question.

[The Ref]

The Goalie Kicks From the Mark:

 

 

The basic rule is that the keeper may move side to side, but not off the line until the ball is kicked.

 

We know that, We all Agree, We Don't Argue.

 

 

What if the goal comes off the line 1 yard and the ball sails over the net?

Should you call it back.........

 

 

 

The general idea is that you DO NOT call it back in the situation because the infraction by the goalie is trifiling. The kicker would miss the goal anyway whether or not the keeper comes out.

 

That is simple, but it gets trickier as you go along

 

 

What if the keeper steps out a little, but then makes the save on the line or the ball is shot directly at him?

Same situation, the ball would not go in anyway, therefore the kicker had his chance. the kick is not retaken. He had a bite at the apple.

 

That is the spirit of the game and as long as referees stay consistant through the game, there is not much to argue. We try to be consistant across the board, but that is difficult with all the personalities and styles.

 

Penalty kicks are sucessful upwards of 80% of the time. If the shot is not on goal, it doesn't matter what the keeper does. One or two steps off the line is usually not enough to make a difference. Distraction of the kicker is not a factor because the keeper is moving anyway whether or not he moves side to side or jumps out and also because the kicker should make the shot.

 

 

The referee uses his judgement when calling the keeper too far out on a PK or KFTPM. Rarely there is a situation where the keeper coming off the line will adversely affect the shot, but when it happens it should be called and usually is. (This is usually if the keeper is off the line 4 or 5 yards/ 3 or 4 steps and stops the ball way before it gets to the goal line.

 

Final ruling: Put the ball in the net, not over, not to the side, not at the keeper. Then there is little to worry about.

 

Watch the last KFTPM. You will see how far out the pros get to go (Dudek always steps out)..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfDVH1UCcXI...ted&search=

[Coniglio]

The Ref,

 

Since the spring sports forums will shut down in mid June I suggest we move this topic over to the girls soccer page where fans can continue to ask questions through the summer and on into the fall season.

[The Ref]

Will do.

 

I will stick around until the boys season leaves the hearts and minds, then slide on over the Girls side and gear up for the fall season

[MD4Sports]

Did you see the Bearden-Farragut state final?

[The Ref]

I know enough about the BHS/FHS game to answer questions about it, but I cannot ethically question or bash the gentlemen that refereed the game if I disagreed with anything.

 

I would prefer to stay with questions about the rules/laws of the game

[defaultuser]

Mysterious "The Ref" you still haven't answered my question about the next girl in my life.

[Coniglio]

You'll meet her at a soccer game on Thursday October 18, 2007 around 7:16pm.

[defaultuser]

QUOTE(Coniglio @ May 31 2007 - 10:30 PM) 826469940[/snapback]You'll meet her at a soccer game on Thursday October 18, 2007 around 7:16pm.

 

Wow that is kind of a long way away /dry.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="

[reaction]

You will be lucky to meet one then, don't push it...