This American football referee is well positioned to see what is happening along the line of scrimmage.
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Notice how the referee is near the action in this football match.
Activity
1. Describe a common playing rule in a) volleyball, and b) netball. In each case, describe what happens if this rule is broken.
2. An important playing rule in football is the off side rule. a) Explain the off side rule. b) How do offi cials enforce the off side rule? c) What actions and signals do offi cials take if a player is off side?
3. The concussion protocol is a very important procedure in rugby union. a) Describe the concussion protocol, and b) explain what the offi cials do as part of the protocol.
4. Describe three diff erent ways in which a football referee can communicate to players and other offi cials.