During a game, we're bound to make a mistake at some point, but how do we get over the mistake to avoid making more? The ability to regain your confidence and momentum is crucial to bouncing back - In this episode, Rodrigo & Jordan breakdown mistakes they've made and how they have overcame those to continue on calling a quality game.  To learn more and read the show notes, visit www.refereecompany.com/025

The Third Game Podcast

Get Beyond Mid-Game Mistakes

Your body language matters on the field of play. What does your say about you? As referees, we have to communicate with more than just our whistles. Everything we do comes into play when the players, coaches and fans are looking at us when we make a call. Are you "scolding" a player with a smile on your face? Are you slouched over and timid when making a call? In episode 24, Jordan and Rodrigo dive deep into your body language and its importance from the time you step onto the field, until you head into the locker room (or your car). Learn more at www.refereecompany.com

What does your body language communicate?

As games start back up across the country, young referees are growing anxious and worried. In episode 23, Jordan and Rodrigo dive into what is holding back young referees. To learn more, visit www.refereecompany.com.

Advice to Young Referees [COVID Part 3]

As games begin to pick back up, referees are dying to know what leagues and other administration groups are doing to help protect everyone involved in the games, not just the referee crew. As funding sources have dried up, more referees are not recertifying, will the leagues have the money to keep paying us as we deserve? Will there be enough referees to actually cover games? Find out now. For more information, check out www.refereecompany.com

Will leagues have the funding to keep paying referees? [part 2]

In this mini series, Rodrigo and Jordan discuss what refereeing will look like post COVID-19. As we move into resuming play, will we be required to wear a mask? Will spectators be allowed near the field? Will we stop shaking hands with teams before or after the game? In part 1 of this series, Jordan and Rodrigo talk about how to approach working with your crews. Do you remember your pre-game speech? Download your FREE pre-game worksheet to determine what you should discuss with your crew during the time leading up to your match. Join the Referee Mentor Facebook Community to download your PDF now. Visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/refereecompany

What is refereeing like post-covid? [Part 1]

As referees, we all deal with those obnoxious players and coaches. But when exactly do you know that they've crossed the line? In this episode, Jordan and Rodrigo dive deep into where this ever evolving, mysterious "line" is. Visit www.refereecompany.com to learn more.

020: Where is your line dealing with players and coaches?

In Episode 19 of the Referee Mentor podcast, Rodrigo & Jordan breakdown what to do prior to a game or tournament. It doesn't matter if you are refereeing U10 or a professional match, preparing for your game is crucial to having success on the field. Tune in for this week's tips & tricks.

019: Prepare for Your Upcoming Game

In our second episode of the Referee Mentor Podcast, new co-host Rodrigo Garcia and returner Jordan Halstead discuss the importance of being fit. Not only do you need to be fit on the field, but you need to be fit for the remainder of you life. As officials, fitness can do more for us than what meets the eye. Subscribe to the Referee Mentor Podcast wherever you listen to podcast, and join us on our Youtube Channel (Referee Company) to watch the show in action. 

018: You HAVE to be fit

As you start to referee, you begin to realize how big the refereeing world and community is. When you are a new referee, it is intimidating for sure when you feel like a small little bug. My guest, Rodrigo Garcia, and I, dive deep into our first times being exposed to what state level events are like and how you should handle yourself.

017: How to Get to Your First State or Regional Event

In this 16th episode, Jordan discusses the #thirdteam and why don't we actually train like a team. Stay motivated with the craft and become obsessed. 

016: The Third Team

The killer of more referees than wrong calls... social nonsense. Today, we discuss 3 reasons why you need to stay off the internet to advance your referee career. To learn more, or check out what we are made up visit www.refereeesagainsthumanity.com. Until next time, don't swallow your whistle, ref!

015: Don't Let Social Ruin You

As referees, our job more than applying the laws of the game or rules is to interact and take care of the players and coaches on the field of play, while making the entertainment value of the game worthwhile. All of us have gotten ourselves into spats with players because we answered something we didn't know what the hell we were talking about. Don't be this guy. For more information check out www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

014: Don't Answer Questions

The majority of referees get in their own way and cause themselves problems in their matches. Are you one of those referees? Find out in this episode. To learn more, head to: www.refereesagainsthumanity.com. 

013: Stay Out of Your Own Way

In the US, our fall season has quickly ended. As we move into the off-season, we can either set ourselves up for success for the following year, OR we can royally screw ourselves over. Which will be you? In this episode, you will also find our blackfriday promo code for the Soccer Edition of Referees Against Humanity card game. Don't have yours yet? You won't want to miss this. To learn more and to purchase your deck, visit www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

012: Get Yours

What do you do when you screw up off the field of play? Do you make an excuse and try to blame the next person? Or do you own up to it and take responsibility for your actions? I ROYALLY screwed up, and I tell you all about it and what I did to make up for it in this episode. To learn more, visit www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

011: I F!@#ed Up

The #1 Podcast for referees, regardless of the sport you specialize in! These short, to the point, no BS podcast episodes lasting less than 15 minutes - just enough time for you to get a jolt of inspiration and keep you on your feet in between your matches. I take a deep dive into what really happens on the field from the perspective of the referee, also known as The Third Game. It is designed for you - the referee, referee coach, assignor, instructor or the armchair referee exploring how to reach “the league.” My goal is to inspire you to become the best possible referee.

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The Third Game Podcast

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