Two-Man Mechanics – Part 3 of 3

General Gameplay Mechanics

Settled SituationsKey Tips

• Keep the ball in front of you

• Anticipate what’s next • Adjust your positioning

as needed• Eye contact and non-

verbal communication with your partner

Settled SituationsOn/Off Ball Officiating

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Settled SituationsGoal Scored

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Out of BoundsWhistle for Out of Bounds

LEAD TRAIL

RestartsKey Tips

• BOTH officials count BOTH teams

• Make eye contact with your partner before any restart

• Always be pointing– Stop sign – Direction of play if ready

• Communicate with players if necessary

RestartsSettled Situation Restarts

RestartsRestarts in Transition

TransitionKey Tips

Lead – Stay one line ahead of the ball – Position your body to keep

majority of play in front of you– Run to your spot and let the play

come to you

Trail– Count players AHEAD of you – Don’t lag too far behind the play – Anticipate where the play is

going

TransitionSlow Clear

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TransitionFastbreak

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TimeoutsKey Tips

• Be aware of the situation

• Take your time – keep your head up– Watch players cross to

their benches

• Come together as a crew– Keep your eyes on the

benches

Timeouts

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HC“Timeout!”

Penalty Enforcement

Penalty EnforcementKey Tips

• Relay to partner first• If multiple flags, come

together first• Trail official reports to table• Use C-NOTE• Lead official get ball ready

for play• Count both teams before

restart

Penalty SituationsFlag Down

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“Flag Down”

“Flag Down”

D5

Pre-gameKey Tips

• Allow at least 20-30 minutes before the game

• Cover the basics • Once you are on the

field – you are on the clock!

• Be THE professional

Coin Toss

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C C C C C

VISITOR HOME

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Lineup

• Teams left shoulder towards goal they are defending

• In-homes in? • Equipped? • 20 Players?• Make your speech quick

Equipment ChecksKey Tips

• Don’t rush • Make sure you know what

team and # each stick belongs to

• Go away from the teams• One official keeps eyes on

the benches • If illegal, be clear on what

the infraction is– Fixable or not?

Equipment Checks

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HC

Fight Procedures• Unfortunately, IT happens • Try and remain calm • Get on your whistle • One official needs to freeze

the benches • Only separate if you feel

safe to do so • Come together and take a

breath before adjudicating penalties, resuming play, etc…

Tips for Success

Each assignment you work is an audition

Look the part – dress, demeanor, discipline.

Tips for Success

Mistakes are made and we make them every game.

If you make one, make it for the right reason. If you

clearly have made one, own up!

Tips for Success

Impersonations won’t work.

You referee who you are. (By the way, who are you?)

Tips for Success

It takes a support team to reach the higher elevations.

Remember where you came from and who broke the trail

for you.

Tips for Success

Fair-minded, accountable, decisive: the hallmarks of the very finest officials…

(and leaders).

In the crucible of officiating you mold and

temper skills for a lifetime.

This concludes the presentation.

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