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Level I Clinic

Level I Course Conductor. John KachuikEastern Ontario Football Officials Association. Level I Clinic Format. IntroductionStructure and Aims of the ProgramRole of OfficiatingQualities of a Competent OfficialThe Relationship of the OfficialsOfficial's EquipmentDuties of the Head Linesman L

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Level I Clinic

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    1. Level I Clinic

    2. Level I Course Conductor John Kachuik Eastern Ontario Football Officials Association

    3. Level I – Clinic Format Introduction Structure and Aims of the Program Role of Officiating Qualities of a Competent Official The Relationship of the Officials Official’s Equipment Duties of the Head Linesman – Line Judge Duties of the Chain Crew Mechanics of Officiating Fundamental Skills of Officiating Positioning of Head Linesman – Line Judge Study of Rules Getting off To a Good Start

    4. Structure of Football Officiating in Canada Football Canada CFOA OTC Provincial Associations Local FOA

    5. Football Canada Official’s Certification Program (FCOCP) Aims Standardizaton of: Positioning Mechanics Rules Knowledge Rules Interpretation Rules Application Motivate Officials National Recognition Improve Image of Officials Improve Confidence

    6. FCOCP Certification Levels Level I New Official – Sides – Minor & H.S. Level II Sides – Minor & H.S. Umpire – Minor & H.S. Level III Umpire – Minor & H.S. Referee – Minor & H.S. Introduction to 5 – Official System – Back Umpire – H.S. Level IV Work any Positions – Minor & H.S. Introduction to 6 – Official System – CIS & CJFL

    7. Certification Requirements Theory Clinic(s) Written Examinations On Field Evaluation Data to Football Canada Certification Maintenance Officials’ Transfer

    8. FCOCP Progression Progress fro Level to Level by each of the various positions Or Progress from Level to Level by a given position (I.e. specialize in one or two positions)

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    10. A Philosophy of Officiating

    11. Roles of an Official Educator Salesman Psychologist Statesman

    12. Policies to Follow Rule Knowledge Integrity Sound Relationships Primary Concern – The Athlete

    13. The Job of Officials Smooth Flow to Game Game played within the Rules Little Interference Prevent Fouls Make the “Calls”

    14. Qualities of a Competent Official Reaction Time Confidence Consistency Judgement Hustle Decisiveness Courage Be Objective Positive Rapport Know the Rules Look the Part Know Position, Duties & Mechanics

    15. Getting Ahead as an Official “Reach for the Top” Set Goals Set Deadlines Learn from Others Overcome Restrictions Accept Challenges Support is Needed Look the Part Learn from Mistakes Positive Attitude Hard Work

    16. Keys to Getting Ahead Watch Others Ask Questions Participate Study and Learn Be Prepared

    17. Officials’ Equipment

    18. Care and Maintenance General Principles Clean equipment as soon as possible Never let soiled equipment dry Use cold water Air dry where possible Never use chlorine bleach

    19. Care and Maintenance Special Care Cap Sweat band Soil spots Block Plastic ball cap washer Shirt, Pants, Socks, Flag Cold water wash Plastic bags for wet uniform Pre-soak Cold water detergents Detergent boosters (as recommended) Heavily soled treatment Check and rewash before drying Air dry

    20. Care and Maintenance Specific Care Shoes Between season care Clean off dust, lime, mud – clear water Air dry Use good polish Occasion oil or silicon spray Laces Must be white Wash well Cotton laces – chlorine bleach

    21. Care and Maintenance Specific Care Flag Clean, good condition Red or orange Whistle Clean, inspect Always carry spare Good Care and Maintenance = $

    22. Duties and Positioning

    23. Duties and Positioning – Pre-Game Duties Head Linesman Check Sticks and Downsbox Instruct stick crew Chains tight When to move Measurements Thank crew Check field with Line Judge Line Judge Check game balls Check field with the Head Linesman Report findings to Referee

    24. Duties and Positioning – Kick Off Duties (HL 1) Head Linesman Before the Ball is Kicked Take up position count home team check field and sidelines After the ball is kicked onside vs offside short kick vs. long kick in bounds / out of bounds cover the return stay in your zone signal “time in” after ball is touched

    25. Duties and Positioning – Kick Off Duties (HL 2) Watch for: blocking (legal vs. illegal) ball in/out of bounds After the ball is dead: signal to stop clock mark spot set up sticks and downsbox

    26. Duties and Positioning – Kick Off Duties (LJ ) Line Judge Before the ball is kicked: take up position count visiting team check End Zone After the ball is kicked: time in signal after the ball is touched watch for fumbles, lateral,k offside passes cover return out of bounds coverage After the ball is dead: signal to stop clock mark spot

    27. Duties and Positioning – Kick Off Duties (HL and LJ ) Head Linesman and Line Judge know possession on play on a penalty, know: point ball held; or point of possession

    29. Duties and Positioning – Scrimmage Duties (1) Free Official and Held Official Position and Signals Prior to Snap check substitutes gates – up and down count players check eligible Receivers check Players re: lining up watch for early motion (offside and illegal procedure)

    30. Duties and Positioning – Scrimmage Duties (2) Running Play Sideline Responsibilities - Held Official - Free Official Cover ball carrier in your zone Ball out of bounds – What to do Spotting ball at the Side Line - for normal play situations - if measurement required

    31. Duties and Positioning – Scrimmage Duties (3) Need to cover play from behind: - action away from the ball - fouls behind the play Avoid turning back on Play Watch for: - fumbles - lateral passes Know possession when ball dead

    32. Duties and Positioning – Scrimmage Duties (4) Pass Plays “FREE” Official Also has deep responsibilities Move off line on snap Read play and react - “Tackles don’t lie” - Read Receivers on your side Cover your zone and Side Line Out of bounds coverage

    33. Duties and Positioning – Scrimmage Duties (5) “HELD” Official Short zone coverage – your side Move downfield after pass is thrown Both Officials Watch for: - Illegal contact on Receivers - Illegal interference - Holding - Pass interference - Offside passes - Turnovers

    36. Duties and Positioning Goal Line Plays “FREE” Official Initial position – on line until snap Normal initial duties On snap – move to goal line Know ball location “HELD” Official Normal scrimmage duties Know ball location Move off line once ball is gone Both Officials Be prepared for pass or run Signal “Touchdown” if made Watch for fumble into End Zone

    38. Duties and Positioning Kick from Scrimmage “FREE” Official Initial position downfield ( 5 & 10 – 12) Be aware of: - Restraining zone - Point of possession - Point ball held on return Ball Dad – goal post “in Flight” “HELD” Official Initial position on Line of Scrimmage Watch for blocked/deflected kick Move after kick crosses Line of Scrimmage Both Officials On fouls – know ball location - if in possession - if “in flight”

    40. Duties and Positioning Field Goals and Converts Outside 10 yard line “FREE” Official – Under goal posts “HELD” Official – Same as kick from scrimmage on Line of Scrimmage – “go with ball” Inside 10 yard line “FREE” Official – Same as kick from scrimmage. - Cover dead line and sideline in End Zone. - Cover Play in End Zone “HELD”Official – Initial position – on line of scrimmage - Watch for contact on kicker/holder - “Go with ball” – cover Side Line

    50. Special Officiating Mechanics

    51. Special Mechanics (1) Using your whistle Marking the spot – P.B.D Ball Handling Counting Downs Counting Players Calling Infractions: - Use Flag or Marker - C.I.N.S. or T.I.N.S Penalty Card Date

    52. Special Mechanics (2) Signals - with officials - after infractions - to Stop the Clock Players Injuries Changing Ends – Quarter Time Measurements 3 Minute Warning Get Ready for Next Play Be in Position Think Ahead

    53. Rules Study

    54. Rules of the Game Intelligent enforcement Learn basics first; then learn specifics Learn to recognise legal vs. illegal THEN: Rules in detail And Penalty application Rules Mastery is an Apprentice Program

    55. Study Methods Develop an organized method of study Rule by rule method Theme method Cover to Cover method Learn Intent of Rules Not Just “Black and White”

    56. Improving Rules Knowledge Regular reading and study Attend study sessions Study rules related to the position being worked Exams as a learning tool

    57. Getting Off to a Good Start (1) Preliminary Preparation Watch games as Official Active Part of Meetings Good Quality Equipotent Conditioning - 4 Quarters Preseason Scrimmages Learn the Basics First

    58. Getting Off to a Good Start (2) Pre-game Preparation Know your Fields Travel with Officials Be on Time – Be Early Be rested & Be Sharp Be ready for anything At the game Have a Positive Approach Avoid Beginner’s Mistakes (Do’s & Don’ts)

    59. Getting Off to a Good Start (3) Post Game Post Game Critiques Discuss your Game Keep a “Book” on Games Ask Questions Learn the Rules Basics to Play Legal vs. Illegal Then the Applications & Complications

    60. Clinic Summary Introduction – Special Calling Certification – Aims, Scope, Progression Qualities Communications Uniform and Equipment Duties, Responsibilities On Field Practical Rules A Good Start

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