The usssoccer.com Referee Week in Review is designed to address the issues facing referees at all levels by using video highlights from professional games as well as the U.S. National Teams. Written by U.S. Soccer Director of Referee Development Paul Tamberino and U.S. Soccer Manager of Assessment and Training Brian Hall, the Referee Week in Review will highlight specific areas of focus and current U.S. Soccer initiatives designed to improve performance and aid in the development of officials across the country.
Contact Above the Shoulders: Law 12
Denying an Obvious Goal Scoring Opportunity (DOGSO): Law 12
Communication Devices
Acceptance of Gratitude by Officials
Contact Above the Shoulders: Law 12
Denying an Obvious Goal Scoring Opportunity (DOGSO): Law 12
Handling the Ball by “Making Yourself Bigger:” Law 12
Correct Decision Leading to a Penalty Kick: Law 12 and Law 14