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So, you are officially a soccer referee.Congratulations!Now, I want to chat about something that seems trivial but trust me, it's far from it: the art of using your whistle. Yes, that tiny instrument is like your vocal cord on the pitch, and there’s more to it than just blowing air.**1. The One-Tone Whistle WoeHave you ever found yourself blowing the whistle the same way for every foul? Big or small?In soccer, the whistle's intensity communicates the seriousness of the infraction.Think about a player making a slight push versus a blatant slide tackle from behind. The former may need a gentle whistle, signaling "careful," while the latter demands a strong, authoritative blow, signaling "that's not allowed!"Use variation in tone and length to give you authority on the pitch. The right tone and length can communicate everything from displeasure at a foul to celebrating an incredible goal.Personal note: Once I started changing my whistle tones, players began to 'read' my intentions better.**2. Oops! Are You Whistling to the Birds Above?Just putting the whistle in your mouth and blowing doesn't cut it.Here’s what worked for me:Angle your whistle slightly downward, allowing the sound to project across the field instead of straight into your ears. This prevents a scenario where you think you’ve blown the whistle loudly, but players didn’t hear because the sound went straight up.I once thought I was loud, but players were clueless. The reason? I was literally whistling to the wind.**3. The Mighty Diaphragm DifferenceJust using your mouth is like trying to kick a ball with only your toes. A powerful whistle requires more than mouth air.Here’s a secret: Harness the power of your diaphragm. It’s the lung’s unsung hero. Use your diaphragm to force the air, creating a louder, sharper sound that resonates with authority.For example, when stopping a counter-attack due to an offside, a quick, sharp whistle using diaphragm pressure can halt play effectively. Halting a fierce counter-attack due to an offside requires authority. That type of whistle sound comes from deep within, not just the mouth. Referees who use this technique convey confidence and professionalism.**4. The Tongue Trick They Don’t Tell You AboutYes, the tongue isn’t just for tasting victory. Using the tongue enhances the whistle's clarity. Place your tongue against the end of the whistle, build pressure, release the tongue to let air pass through, and quickly stop the sound by putting the tongue back.Blow, release, and stop.This nifty move makes all the difference.During a contentious moment in a derby match, using this technique can produce quick, sharp blasts that grab players’ attention immediately. This technique helps in creating distinct sounds, ensuring players know exactly what the referee means.**5. Steady Breath, Steady GameEver felt players are getting mixed signals from your whistle? Consistency in whistle sound prevents confusion and maintains control.Your go-to strategy:Consistent breath pressure. It’s like maintaining your running pace. Build the pressure from your gut to force air faster and longer, if necessary, through the whistle. Imagine a situation where a wall is not

Transcript from Steve's Video:We're going to look at our wide selection of dog whistles. We've got a bunch of them. This is one of the whistles that I use. This is the Acme Thunderer. It's a hard plastic whistle. I've used once since I was probably 11 or 12. They are made in the UK. Just one of the best whistles that you can get.It comes in a couple of different sizes. I use a medium. I've also got a small. Just a little bit smaller size. Makes a higher pitched sound.The Fox 40's are a real popular whistle. They are originally designed as referee whistles. But what people like about the is it a pea-less whistle. It's not going to freeze up in the field. It comes in two different sizes. We've got the mini, which is a little bit smaller, and then the classic, which is just bigger. Same version and a little different sound.An all metal whistle. We have the nickel plated brass and the polished brass. Real popular with folks. Very loud whistles.Moving down here just a little bit, we've got SportDOG whistles. They come in a couple different styles. The mega whistle. Basically, this is a megaphone that goes around one of the whistles. The idea behind the mega whistles is that it pushes the sound away from your ears and will carry further distances. Real popular among the retriever crowd.Similar version of that, the Dallesasse whistles. Same idea. It's a megaphone style whistle. They carry a long distance.

Captains to remedy situations before they become a problem 30PREVENTIVE OFFICIATINGDeny a second substitution during the same dead ball or time-out Correct improper substitution without penalty unless excessive On a close, but legal, back row player violation, give safe sign DO NOT ignore the coach have a quick answer ready for a questioning coach DO NOT let preventive officiating get in the way of the flow of the match Diffuse small unsportsmanship issues quickly 31INFORMAL (Discreet) SIGNALS used by second refereeMake sure to discuss the use of these signals with your partner prior to the contest Given as discreet signal to first referee DO NOT BLOW THE WHISTLE To increase visibility during a rally, step further to the side of the standard ball handling calls out of the sight of the first referee down ball vs. pancake save back-row player foul this can be a delayed call 32INFORMAL SIGNALS used by second refereetouches by the receiving team on a ball going out of bounds four hits position of setter prior to serve ex. discreet signal with his/her hand on each leg to identify position (front or back row) game/match point place index finger flat against the shoulder closest to the serving team 33 Just because you make this discreet signal does not mean the first referee will make that call. He/she may have seen something differently. These situations should be discussed after the game. Some officials, as second referee, prefer to blow the whistle and make the illegal back row player call. This should be discussed with your partner. Either way, the call should be made. 34INJURY TIME-OUTFirst referee stops play at earliest possible time Second referee has timer start clock for 30 seconds Before 30 seconds expires, coach is asked for decision injured player remains in game injured player

'if we don't win the league, I will have you to thank for that'. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Take a look at what happened in full after the full-time whistle at Goodison Park "The FA maintained that AS' language and words were as reported by the Match Officials. However, the FA argued that this discrepancy didn't make a material difference to the sanction, in any event, given the words used still constituted AS acting in an improper manner, and AS accepts the same."It should be noted that AS does not dispute stating 'f****** disgrace" to the Assistant Referee."AS acknowledged that his actions were unacceptable and let his frustrations get the better of him due to him believing that certain key decisions made by the Match Officials did not go LFC's way. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Everton’s match against Liverpool in the Premier League. "He lodged a written statement as well as submissions on sanction. AS made a sincere apology both privately and in public, during a press conference, commenting that "I think what happened was that the extra time, that additional five minutes that ended up being eight, a lot happened, and the emotions got the better of me. If I look back at it I would love to do it differently. I am hoping to do it differently next time as well."Slot served the first of his two-game touchline ban in the 2-0 home win over Newcastle last Wednesday, and he will be absent for the visit of bottom side Southampton on Saturday.Slot's assistant Sipke Hulshoff was also given a straight red after the final whistle and received a two-match touchline suspension and £7,000 fine.Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones and Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure were shown red cards as well post-match after clashing. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player There were chaotic scenes after the final whistle of the last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park with four red cards being brandished by referee Michael Oliver. The written reasons revealed: "Additionally, Sipke Hulshoff ("SH") is alleged to have entered the field of play following the full-time whistle to confront the Referee in an 'extremely aggressive manner'."It is alleged that SH said the Referee was 'f****** s***' and 'gave them everything' and he was a 'f****** disgrace'. We are advised that