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Carlile Speedo Cup, SOPAC 2nd June 2019

May 31, 2019 By Ben Ramsden

These are my personal notes. I am sharing here in case it helps anybody. Objectives Positioning and posture. No major facial expressions when witness and infraction. Write detailed notes in anticipation of potential Protest. Good memory and reciting of the rules. Rediscover fluency. Good atmosphere and teamwork with colleagues. Reach out to people I don’t […]

Filed Under: Technical Officials, TO journal

Ravenswood Club Night 29th May 2019

May 31, 2019 By Ben Ramsden

These are my personal notes of my Refereeing from the night. I am making them publicly available here in case it helps anyone. My personal officiating objectives Improve my Refereeing from Abbotsleigh last week! Deliver a great experience to Ravenswood in a new environment for me (I’ve never officiated there before). Be flexible and deal […]

Filed Under: Technical Officials, TO journal

Abbotsleigh Club Night 23rd May 2019

May 24, 2019 By Ben Ramsden

These are my personal notes of my Refereeing from the night. I am making them publicly available here in case it helps anyone. My officiating objectives It feels like a while since I’ve been a Referee, so I’m keen to keep my standards up. Trainee Starter will need some assistance. Want it to be a […]

Filed Under: Technical Officials, TO journal

National Age 15-22 April 2019

April 30, 2019 By Ben Ramsden

These are my personal notes from the Championships. I am making them publicly available here in case it helps anyone. My personal officiating objectives Do a great job – sounds obvious, but over 8 days with 2 long sessions each day, this is easier said than done. Key is to maintain focus. Look after my […]

Filed Under: Technical Officials, TO journal

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