11 Commandments of Officiating
- Calls dictate how the game will be played
- Focus on key periods during the game
- Focus on position and angle
- Prevent violence by preventing frustration
- Stamp out brutal acts
- Dissent cannot be tolerated
- Get 10 yards on free kicks
- Use teamwork with assistant referees and 4th
- Read the body language of players
- Protect skillful play
- Do not rely on cards as the only measure of control
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