Referees know that being physically active is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise increases longevity and reduces….
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The ability to make good decisions while refereeing is a crucial factor for match officials. I’m often asked about how to make better….
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Mental Toughness is often seen as a physical triumph over adversity. For example, a football player who scores a 95th minute winner after….
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“Get comfortable being uncomfortable” – Jillian Michaels. Seek out challenging situations that push you to your limits more often. Spending….
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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Goal setting is a key part of being a referee. Many of the legendary officials, such as Pierluigi Collina, have attributed their successes to….
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How many times have you imagined failing, making mistakes, or losing out on promotion or a key appointment? How many times have you….
Using The Mental Skill of Visualisation on The Field of Play Read More »
Having had experience of working with referees who operate at all levels of the game, I know that it doesn’t matter whether you train….
Conditioning Tips To Ensure You Maintain Fitness For The Full Season Read More »
Hello and welcome to the 200th edition of The Third Team Blog. I’ve been writing these articles, every Friday, for nearly four years now….
Pre-season begins tomorrow (July 1st)! Are you feeling ready? Your success and attitude towards the season ahead is entirely within your….
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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It takes a lot of positivity and courage to believe in your refereeing dreams, but it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be dreaming of promotions….
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