Instructions for Referees

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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