Successful Sports Officiating by Referee Enterprises, Inc., Barry Mano

From the Publisher

Successful Sports Officiating is the handbook for officials at all levels and across all sports to learn the basic principles of officiating and how to apply them. Written by a team of experts and practitioners in the art and science of officiating, this book guides you in becoming and succeeding as an official.

Endorsed by the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO), Successful Sports Officiating covers a broad range of topics, including officiating objectives, conduct, communication skills, decision-making skills, conflict management, fitness and injury prevention, time management, legal rights and responsibilities, business aspects of officiating, and career development. Useful information on officials' organizations and rule book sources is also included to help you build networking relationships and stay up-to-date in your field.

This easy-to-use handbook is based on practical experience to teach you what works and what doesn't. Real-life examples are provided in each chapter for you to analyze potential conflicts and practice applying the skills you learn. You will build and polish your officiating skills, enabling you to make those tough calls in tight games with confidence!

Successful Sports Officiating is a text of the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) whose mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive educational programs and resources for sports officials, coaches, administrators, parents, and athletes for the purpose of improving the sport experience of young people-making it safer, more enjoyable, and more valuable.

Booknews

A handbook for sports officials at all levels and across all sports, covering basic principles of officiating and how to apply them. In addition to rules of officiating, coverage includes conduct, communication skills, decision making, and time management, as well as fitness and injury prevention, legal rights and responsibilities, business aspects, and career development. Includes many b&w photos, and lists of organizations. The editor has some 40 years of officiating experience at the high school and college levels. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

What People Are Saying

Jerry Markbreit
This book has hands-on, authoritative information guaranteed to help you achieve excellence in officiating. It is a must-read!
— Jerry Markbreit, Retired NFL Referee

Ed Rush
It takes more than just knowing the rules to make the grade as an official. Successful Sports Officiating will sharpen your decision-making skills and understanding of the responsibilities of being an official.
— Ed Rush NBA Director of Officiating

Julie llacqua
Successful Sports Officiating is a tool that can be used by all officials in every sport. It is a comprehensive look at what it takes to make you a successful referee, umpire, or judge. for any type of competition. It is especially useful for officials just starting out on their officiating careers, as it will help them start out with the right habits.
— Julie Ilacqua, Board Member, National Association of Sports Officials Chairperson, United States Soccer Federation and National Referee Committee

Mary Struckhoff
This officiating guide is an essential resource for any level of referee to get up-to-date information. The broad range of topics covered in this book provides a framework as well as guidance for officials who are regularly faced with making split-second decisions.
— Mary Struckhoff, Assistant Executive Director, National Federation of State High School Associations

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