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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Referees like to use their knowledge of the intricacies of the Laws of the Game as a cudgel to batter anyone who dares to question their authority, but, tbh, for our travel teams we're only asking for this minimum of professionalism (and it's usually not there). Referees should:
Arrive on time.
Correctly identify the field where the game is to be played.
Not reek of cigarette smoke or body odor.
Make eye contact during pre-game interactions with coaches and players.
Know how long the game is to be.
Be physically able to jog box to box (approximately).
Call fouls.
Protect the keeper.
Show cards.
Keep track of the score.
Don't make female players and fans feel uncomfortable by being creepy.

And that's about it. We can let the errant sideline calls and a lot else go if refs can just get those things right. Showing up to the game on time in itself would be a step in the right direction. [/quote]

Seriously? You sound like a child. In my experience (about a total of nine years in travel if you add up three kids' worth) the referees are much more professional, knowledgeable and amiable than the parents... by far. It is true that we have a surprising number of older, out of shape referees, but for the money the make and the abuse they get, I always feel lucky to have them. [/quote]

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