OFFICIALS GAME CODE OF ETHICS
ANSWER REASONABLE QUESTIONS Treat coaches and players in a
courteous way.If they ask you a question reasonably answer them in a
calm polite way.If they get your ear by saying, Hey ref i want to ask you
something and then start telling you off, interrupt and remind them of the
reason for the discussion. Be firm, but relaxed.
CHOOSE YOUR WORDS WISELY Don’t obviously threaten a coach or
player. this will only put them on the defensive. More importantly you will
have placed yourself on the spot.If you feel a situation is serious enough to
warrant a threat then it is serious enough to penalize without invoking a
threat.Obviously some things you say will be a form of threat, but using the
proper words can make it subtle.
HAVE YOUR HEAD ON RIGHT Don’t think your striped shirt grants you
immunity from having to take a little criticism. It is part of officiating. Plan on
it. Successful officials know how much to take.
BE COMPETITIVE The players give maximum