1. Laws of the Game
Law 11- Offside

2. Elements of the Law
While in an offside position, there are three things a player cannot do:
interfere with play
interfere with an opponent
gain an advantage by being in the offside position

3. Additional Guidance - 2016 1. “Interfering with an opponent”
In addition to the situations already outlined in the Laws of the Game, a player in an offside position shall also be penalised if they:
• clearly attempts to play a ball which is close to him when this action impacts on an opponent or
• makes an obvious action which clearly impacts on the ability of an opponent to play the ball

4. Interfering with an Opponent
Means preventing or impacts an opponent from line of vision or challenging an opponent for the ball.
‘impacts’ applies to an opponent’s ability (or potential) to play the ball and will include situations where an opponent’s movement to play the ball is delayed, hindered or prevented by the offside player.

5. Gaining an advantage by being in that position
That rebounds or is deflected to him off the goalpost, crossbar or an opponent having been in an offside position
That rebounds, is deflected or is played to him from a deliberate save by an opponent having been in an offside position
A player in an offside position receiving the ball from an
opponent, who deliberately plays the ball (except from a
deliberate save), is not considered to have gained an
advantage.

6. Involvement in Active Play

7. Involvement in Active Play

8. Involvement in Active Play

9. Involvement in Active Play

10. Involvement in Active Play

11. Involvement in Active Play

12. Involvement in Active Play

13. Involvement in Active Play

14. Offside – Flag Technique
If an assistant referee is not totally sure about an offside offence, the flag should not be raised.
If the flag is not immediately seen by the referee, the assistant referee shall keep signalling until it has been acknowledged or the ball is clearly in control of the defending team.

15. Recommendations
Appropriate running technique: Face the pitch whilst running
side to side movement for short distances. Better line of vision

16. Niagara Soccer Association
Respect and the Technical Area

17. Respect
We are all concerned by the level of touchline abuse and irresponsible behaviour occurring in games.
OSA Survey –
50% of young Match Officials responded – Abuse by coaches and spectators is a problem

18. Spectators and parents FEED off the coaches
Respect
Spectators and parents FEED off the coaches
The Match Officials must:
- Establish the standard
- Be firm but respectful
- Work with the team officials-
before the game
be clear on your expectations
establish the “technical area”
let them know you are there to help
All communications to be done at a professional level – friendships aside for the moment
Be early – check team colours, get the game sheet, the balls and ensure all is in order. Make sure that player’s equipment is safe (knee braces). Respect their need to be informed – no surprises!

19. Respect in The Technical Area
What you can control…Sets the tone
Your professionalism
Arrive on time
Your appearance
Your readiness to officiate
Pre-game duties – introductions, game sheets, ball inspection, player equipment
Handling of the coin toss ceremony
Start the game on time
Be careful about what you say ...the coaches and teams are listening!

20. Respect in The Technical Area
What is expected for the Technical Area
If the area is not marked – set the boundaries
Know the team compliment – game sheets
Ensure only identified people are present
Know who may give advice to players
Identify where players may warm up
Ensure proper dress – pinnies – is used in the technical area
Identify the team trainer -
Expectations should be clear. Answering questions before the game may eliminate frustrations later.

21. Respect in The Technical Area
Implement a consistent approach to Management of the Technical Area
Be available before the game and at half time
Answer legitimate questions
Help the coaches to understand the Laws
Use your presence effectively
Be seen to be fair to both teams
Be a good listener but firm in your response
Keep the conversation brief and respectful
Availability – particularly important before the game and at the half. If the teams are on the field one of the match officials must be easily available
Presence – Moving toward a team’s technical area or making eye contact and simple gestures may solve problems. Don’t enter into conversation unless it is needed.
Try not to spend more time talking to one team and not the other. Do what needs to be done and then move away.

22. Respect Understand the different kinds of vocal disagreement
Level 1 – Gamesmanship –
Coaches trying to WIN a call in their favour - not persistent or continuous
* Match Official response – ignore and play on
Level 2 – Disruption of the game –
Persistent and continuous disagreement
* Match Official response - ASK – TELL – REMOVE
Level 3 – Abuse of the Match official team –
Foul or abusive language, name calling, threats of any kind
* Match Official response –
IMMEDIATELY Remove the coach(s) - tell them to leave the field of play.
Do not restart the game until they have left the field.

23. Respect in The Technical Area
When you must take action:
Ask – Politely request that behaviour be modified
Tell – Stop the game, inform the teams any further disruption will lead to Removal – follow thru on instructions
Remove – Stop the game, remove the person that continues to act irresponsibly.
Keep 10 metres of distance between you and the bench
Do not restart the game until they have completely left
Abandon the game if they do not leave in 2 minutes
Watch for them to return after the game
All ejections must be reported as a Special Incident

24. Respect in The Technical Area
WE need your help……
Experienced senior officials must stop accepting bad behaviour and take the necessary action.
Why?
To show visible support for young officials
Inaction may be seen as a sign of indifference
Inaction will make it worse for less experienced officials.

25. Thank you!

26. Managing Game Assignments

27. Three Websites RefCentre – www.RefCentre.com
Niagara Soccer League (NSL)
OPDL / Ontario Cup / OYSL
PSL / PVSL

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30. Questions?