Videos & Articles from Mal Davies – 13 October 2017

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ENGLAND to have no referees at World Cup finals next summer for first time in post-war history
 
Will VARs pile pressure on referees? 

PREMIER PLAYER BANNED for kicking the referee’s door
 
REFEREE HELPLINE takes 70 calls in first month
 
VIRTUAL INSANITY : The VAR problem
 
PAUL REJER : Discusses Law Change – fouls off the field of play
 
MLS : Union calls for VAR safety review after referee hit by bottle

….and culprit has been banned
 
FIFA will fine Zambia if they appeal disallowed goal v Nigeria
 
FIFA U17 appointment for TAYLOR TRIO
 
ANDY HOGG : To sin bin – or not to sin bin
 
TIM VICKERY : Arthur Ellis, Mario Vianna and the ‘Battle of Berne’
 
Even players make mistakes (followed by video of incredible goals)
 
AUSTRALIA : Round 1 VAR used – Agree or Disagree?
 
INDIA : Pierluigi Collina conducts seminar in Kolcata
 
MALAWI : Referees given life bans for match-fixing
 
SOUTH AFRICA: Bungling referees suspended
 
USA : Exit the World Cup with ‘goal’ that never crossed the line
 
WALES : Referees resign over abuse

How to Referee

New Referees

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24 New Trainee Referees

Following the recent course at Poppleton JFC (ended 8 Oct) there are now 24 trainee referees; congratulations to all from York RA. It is hoped to see you at meetings to gain even more knowledge as well as some interesting guests

15 of the new trainee refs are from the York area (mostly U18; except John and Simos)

They have been allocated mentors from York RA (11 no) and will be doing their early games soon

Happy Whistling

Minutes of the 5 October 2017 Meeting

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Minutes of meeting held at York NHS Sports & Social Club
On 5th Oct with 36 members and guests present.

Paul Ballantyne said a few words about Bob Grainger (ex member and member of York FA and York  Minor League) and a minute’s silence was held in his memory.

The chairman welcomed the large attendance to the meeting.

Apologies were received from Mssrs Godson, Coote, Kaye, Shiers

Minutes from the last meeting were on line, no matters arising.

Social functions; appeals were made to attend a joint function of CRAs & CFA at Northallerton (22 Oct); Dinner , date 7th April, Marriott Hotel,£28.50. guest Geoff Eltringham (national list ref)

Membership 27, with subs due, and discounted fee ends this month.

Problem corner,  instance of abuse from club AR on far touchline with no spectators on; instance of player banter get out of hand.  Various views discussed and hopefully advice given.

The evenings guest, Neil Swarbrick gave a presentation of clips and inviting feedback and alternative decisions if necessary.  Main outcome of the evening was; protect yourselves and look after yourselves. There then followed a Q & A session.

A Presentation was made to John Ledgeway for his commitment during his ten years as chairman.

A.o.B.  an appeal was made for 3 refs and race night at Flag and Whistle

Meeting closed at 9.30

Videos & Articles from Mal Davies – Friday 29 September 2017

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DERMOT GALLAGHER discusses incidents from last weekend’s games

Do referees favour the big boys?

AHMET GUVENER : Soccer needs two sets of Laws of the Game

PAUL REJER : Discusses offside dialogue between officials

KEITH HACKETT : Whistle-stop for a top referee!

FIFA U17 WORLD CUP in India 6-28th October : List of Match Officials (trios)

TWO YELLOW CARDS but not sent off – Referee suspended

APPLAUD PLAYERS who are sent off.  Why?

KIM MILTON NIELSEN :The politics of postponements

CEREBAL PALSY Football World Championship final Iran v Ukraine referee

ARGENTINA : Referee attacked with a flying kick

CHINA : Introducing VARs into the Chinese Super League

GHANA : Are our referees incompetent?

ITALY : The VAR effect : Penalty kicks increase by 63%

TURKEY : Five off in Istanbul derby

URUGUAY : Games cancelled as referees strike over increasing violence, but may resume this week

Minutes from the 7 September 2017 Meeting

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Minutes of the York RA Meeting
Held at York NHS Sports & Social Club
on 7 September 2017
with 19 members present

The Chair welcomed all to the meeting and the start of the new season, noting a number of apologies due to evening fixtures.

A minute’s silence was held in memory of Eddie Benson MBE, a long-time member and first recipient of the Chairman’s Award.

Members were made aware of the County RA games evening at Northallerton on Sunday 22nd October, and the visit of Neil Swarbrick, Premier League referee, to our next meeting on 5 October.

Membership stands at 25 at the start of the new season, with subs now due.

David King walked through 2017/8 Law updates with members.

Problem Corner: an issue was raised where a referee had abandoned a game due to a tackle resulting in a broken leg. There was a chance that assault charges would be brought against the offending player; the referee was advise to direct any contact towards the County FA and to use the national RA for support as required.

Conor Ledgeway, Liam Powell and Conan Dunne then gave a great presentation describing their experiences officiating at the Iber Cup in Portugal, representing the North Riding FA.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 9:10pm.

Minutes of meeting – 7 Sept 2017

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Minutes of meeting held on 7th September 2017

At NHS Sports and Social Club

With 20 members and guests in attendance

Chairman, Sam Bayley welcomed all to the first meeting of the new season

Apologies were received from Mssrs; Hotchkies and Thornton.

Eddie Benson, MBE – a minutes silence was held in respect of Eddie who passed away on 13th August 17. A card had been sent by Ian. Ex-member and FA Tutor, Eddie was also recipient of first York RA Chairman’s Award in 1991. Funeral on 1 |Sept was well supported.

NRCRA Quiz / Games night; this is on Sunday (6-9pm) 22 October at Northallerton RA – need to support this evening with at least 2 teams of four.

Next meeting – 5 October sees Neil Swarbrick, PGMO Referee, as the guest; need to publicise this event.

Problem corner, there was some discussion regarding referees being involved in a court case involving a tackle in the game (J Ham). David King raised some of the new Law changes, specifically the penalty kick and sanctions; recommended that members read the Law changes and particularly Law 12.

Conor Ledgeway, Liam Powell and Conan Dunne, presented their experiences from their trip to Portugal in July (Ibercup). They talked about preparation for the tournament, expectations and challenges. Mentioned games they officiated in and the challenges faced (heat, language barrier, etc.) Enjoyed the trip and are better referees as a result. David King (Observer) who attended congratulated the guys on their efforts in Portugal and this evening.

A.o.B. None.

Meeting closed at 9.00

Videos & Articles from Mal Davies – 18 August 2017

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LAWS OF THE GAME 2017/18
 
PAUL REJER : First week using VAR in MLS – two excellent examples especially the second
 
DERMOT GALLAGHER : Discusses incidents from last weekend’s matches
 
ANDY TOWNSEND : Why I am wishing Chris Kavanagh a steady season
 
DAVE BRYAN : A great assistant referee retires
 
RYAN ATKIN : Being openly gay in football should hold no fears (plus video)
 
HOWARD WEBB answers all you need to know about VARs so far – lengthy video but very good
 
PAUL GARDNER : Exposed!  The shabbiness of the English anti-diving campaign
 
FA Community Shield supported by McDonalds, officials : Sunday 6th August, Arsenal v Chelsea (1-1, 4-1 on ‘penalties’)
 
UEFA REFEREES’ COMMITTEE 2017-19
 
UEFA SUPER CUP in Skopje, Macedonia, Tuesday 8th August : Real Madrid v ManUtd (2-1) officials
 
ESTHER STAUBLI (Switzerland) refereed the UEFA Women’s final, Netherlands v Denmark (4-2), Sunday 6th August, in Enschede
 
KIM MILTON NIELSEN : Beckham and that night in St Etienne
 
How Sweden tackled misbehaving parents at kids’ football
 
CHINA : Officials attacked
 
GERMANY : Bundesliga increased referees’ fees

Eddie Benson, MBE

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It is with sadness that York RA announce the death of one of our long-serving members, Eddie Benson, MBE (services to the Community in Haxby & Wigginton).

Eddie had previously served as our Training Officer and started the Youth Section some 20 years ago.

Eddie’s funeral is at St Mary’s Church, Haxby on 1 Sept at 12 noon.

The Press published an article about Eddie which can be found at: http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/15486350.Champion_of_young_people_dies__aged_82/

On the York RA website Eddie is remembered as the first recipient of the Chairman’s Award in 1990-91

https://yorkreferee.co.uk/york-ra/hall-of-fame/

Our thoughts are with Eddie’s friends and family at this sad time.

SPORTMANS DINNER EVENT 24TH JUNE and Wilberfoss Annual 6-a-side Tournament

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This is to inform you of two events that are coming up down at Wilberfoss Football Club that we feel will interest you. On 24 June we are welcoming Ex Manchester United and Leeds United footballer Lee Sharpe to the club. This event will have its door open at 7pm with a hot buffet being available at the cost of £35 per head. On the night there will also be the chance to win shirts signed by the man himself by the clubs he played for.

If you are interested in this event and buying tickets you can either email myself back or contact Paul Jacques on 07772 311202. Tickets are selling fast so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.

The second event is an update regarding the 5-a-side football tournament. The date was originally on 22nd July but the football club has informed us they have taken a booking on this day for a wedding and we have been forced to move the date back a day to Sunday 23rd July. To the teams that have already contacted me could you let me know if this date would still suit you and hopefully will hear from more teams in the next few days being able to enter a team.

Regards,

David Laverack
Wilberfoss AFC
07951 860581