For all referees who want a quick reminder what needs to be done before, during and after a game.
Before the game
- Make sure you’re on time (30 minutes in advance);
- Start by checking the net height and the antenna’s;
- Check the player names on the DWF and the player cards;
- Check the faces on the player cards;
- Let the captains and coaches sign the form after checkin all players and their jersey numbers;
- Introduce yourself to the captains and the counters at least 10 minutes before the start of the game;
- The captain of the away-team gets to choose either service or court side. In case of a 5th set, the Sovicos captain will get to choose;
- Start hitting and serving warm-up. If the teams were playing on another field, allow them to play for 6 minutes at the net. If not, they have 10 minutes. Service is considered a part of the general warm-up, and has to be done within the set time limit;
- Ask the Sovicos team for a game ball;
- 3 minutes before the start: players on the side of the court, ref on the chair;
- Always try to start on time;
- Bring a watch to check the duration of the time outs (30 sec.)
During the game
- Keep a close eye on the counters during a substitution, time out or the start of a new set. Do not resume play until the counters are ready;
After the game
- Check which players have played
- Check the results and set point on the DWF;
- Check the start and end times;
- Check off the players who didn’t play;
- Let the captains check their own information;
- Check off on the form.
Net heights
| Men | 2.43 m |
| Ladies | 2.24 m |
| Boys A | 2.43 m |
| Boys B | 2.24 m |
| Girls A | 2.24 m |
| Girls B | 2.15 m |
| Girls C | 2.10 m |
| Mini’s | 2.00 m |