Referees,
- I've gotten a lot of comments and photos from the referee feedback page this season regarding the safety of the players.
- Specifically goal keepers.
- This weekend, let's focus on calling challenges on keepers early to prevent injuries.
- Be proactive and in the position to make these decisions. Safety of players should be our number one concern.
- Look for clips to the heals after ball has been played and watch for elbows hitting above the shoulders.
- Don't be afraid to call it, and if necessary issue a card.
- If a coach or player disagrees with this approach, simply say, keeping the players safety at the forefront is your priority.