OVERVIEW Under USSF REFEREE RESOURCES, ccsra.net has provided you
with several categories (web pages) to find information you are seeking.
Each of these pages will contain a list of resources that are directly
linked to specific USSoccer.com pages where you will be able to view and/or download
the document to your personal files. The current edition has been expanded to include guidance in the use of fourth officials and recommended positioning in certain situations. However, given that relatively few referees have the opportunity to serve as a fourth official, this pamphlet does not cover all details of the fourth official’s responsibilities. Referees who need further information on this subject should consult training materials available on the Federation’s website. The new field diagrams indicating recommended positioning must be understood as focusing on optimal locations for officials at various times during a match based on extensive research regarding probable player positions, likely subsequent play sequences and an assessment of what aspects of play most need the officiating team’s attention. They must not be taken as mandating any specific position under all circumstances. In determining where to be, officials must be aware of changing player tactics, team strategies and the specific needs of the match at that time. |
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