Managing Emotions As A Referee
There is no construct of human psychology and functioning more prevalent in refereeing than emotion. Mood and emotions can influence….
Emotional Control
The Art Of & Science Behind Imagery
Imagery is a form of simulation that is similar to real sensory experiences except the experiences happen in the mind. Through imagery, you…
The Ways That Emotional Intelligence Enhances Refereeing Performances
Emotional intelligence is a popular construct associated to business, education, health and more recently refereeing. There is clear evidence….
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Overcoming Performance Anxiety To Make Key Decisions
Some referees are prepared to make big decisions on Key Match Incidents (KMIs) in the closing seconds of a game while other officials pray…
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Where Do Slumps Come From & How To Overcome Them
Slumps and repetitive performance problems are a natural and terribly frustrating part of refereeing. They can sometimes drive officials to…
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Maintaining A Healthy Mental State
In the week of Mental Health Awareness Day, it’s certainly a concept on the minds of many at present. Mental Health Our emotional….
Case Study – Supporting a CORE Referee in Their Rehabilitation From Injury
The Client: A 21 year old very highly regarded, CORE (Centre of Refereeing Excellence) referee, who for the purposes of this article, we’ll….
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8 Ways To Keep Pre-Match Anxiety At Bay
In spite of all our assumptions about what it takes to become a competent referee, mental strength, agility, speed, balance, technical….
Becoming A Mentally Strong Official
“Get comfortable being uncomfortable” – Jillian Michaels. Seek out challenging situations that push you to your limits more often. Spending….
What Does Psychological Safety Mean For Referees?
Psychological safety is a relatively new concept and is getting more traction in of late in sport psychology. However, many people in….
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Using The Mental Skill of Visualisation on The Field of Play
How many times have you imagined failing, making mistakes, or losing out on promotion or a key appointment? How many times have you….
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Improving Game-Changing Decision Making Out In The Middle
The ability to make good decisions while refereeing is a crucial factor for officials. I’m often asked about how to make better decisions….
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