Download REFSIX today: https://bit.ly/44rnMeoIn this week’s REFSIX Podcast, we dive into one of the toughest parts of refereeing dealing with tricky managers and problem parents. ⚽From managing emotions on the touchline to communicating with confidence under pressure, we share real-world advice, practical tips, and stories from the pitch to help you stay calm, in control, and professional no matter who’s shouting from the sidelines.💬 In this episode:How to defuse tense situations before they escalateThe best ways to communicate with managers and parentsMaintaining authority without losing your coolReal-life examples from grassroots to elite-level gamesWhether you’re a new ref finding your voice or a seasoned official looking to refine your approach, this episode’s packed with insight you can use this weekend.👉 Subscribe for more conversations that make you a better referee — on and off the pitch.#REFSIX #RefereePodcast #GrassrootsFootball #RefereeLife #FootballPodcast
Join REFSIX’s own Jon (UK) and Elliot (USA) as they blow the whistle on the fascinating differences between refereeing on opposite sides of the Atlantic. From contrasting laws interpretations to unique matchday cultures, they share stories from the pitch, compare training and officiating styles, and debate which country really has it tougher. Whether you’re a grassroots ref, a seasoned official, or just curious about the beautiful game’s unsung heroes, this episode offers insider insights, laughs, and a fair share of friendly transatlantic banter.
Welcome back to the REFSIX Podcast! 🎙⚽️Jon and @WhistleStopFooty are back for another podcast In this episode, we dive into what preseason looks like for referees on both sides of the Atlantic. From the UK's grassroots and pro levels to the USA's structured camps and fitness testing, we compare the approaches and reveal what it really takes to prepare for a season at any level.🔍 Topics we cover:UK vs 🇺🇸 USA: Key differences in preseason prep🏋️♂️ What a professional referee's preseason looks like🧠 How to stay mentally and physically sharp in the off-season💡 Tips for building your own preseason routineWhether you're refereeing your first season or prepping for another year at the elite level, this episode has something for you.
The REFSIX Podcast is back! Jon & Eliot dive into:⚖️ 2025/26 law changes📊 Did last year's changes work?🎥 Body cams at the Club World Cup👕 The new Puma referee kit
On this week's pod, we discuss pre-season prep, including: -How to pass the fitness test -Refereeing at a higher level -Finding pre-season games Let us know in the comments how you have prepared for the new season
You asked, We answered! The Podcast is back! Jon and Dan are back on the mic talking about what referees do during the off-season, Do they keep on refereeing? Do they train? Do they get an off-season? The boys answer all these questions and more on this week's pod
In the week's podcast Hassan, Jon and Dan talk to the assistant referee who famously disallowed the famous Youtuber Ishowspeeds goal.
They also discuss how social media can affect their match day as well as their mental health
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Jon and Hassan are back with a new co-host Dan. In this episode discussed your reasons (and our own reasons) for getting into, as well as continuing, refereeing. We also spoke about each of our England starting XI’s for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which is only a few short weeks away!
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On this Special podcast we are joined By Dr Joe Machnik and Esse Baharmast as we take a deep dive in what traits make a good referee! These incredible guests share an insite to how they made it too the top of their game and what you should do when wanting to become a top referee.
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This week Jon and Rimon take you through the main incidences of this week and there seamed to be a common theme - DOGSO, they talk about what you should be looking for when sending someone off for DOGSO.
This week we review the key incidents from this weekends Premier League matches including:
- Pogba's Red Card
- Should Ronaldo and Fernandes have seen red for their challenges on Curtis Jones?
- Leeds and Arsenal's Penalty
- Crystal Palace's Disallowed Goal
- Should Man City's first goal have been disallowed?
This week we cover the major incidents from Matchday 5 of the Premier League. Did west ham deserve a penalty? Should Man U have had 2 penalties? what do you do when a goalkeeper kicks the penalty mark? as well as the main talking point was between Luton town and swansea!
This week we cover the major incidents from Matchday 4 of the Premier League and Matchday 1 from the Champions League including:
Hassan, Jon and Rimon are back with a new Episode of the REFSIX Weekly. This week they discuss the Reece Jame red card that has sparked a big discussion in the football word, as well as the pogba challenge on Ruben Neve. The boys also give out tips on how they deal with identifying serious foul play when refereeing
Hassan, Jon and Rimon are back with a new season of the REFSIX Weekly. As always they will be discussing the main incidents from the Premier League as well as some interesting incidents in Ligue 1 and La Liga. Handballs, DOGSOs, Penalties, VAR and Red Cards all on this weeks show.
Euro 2020 Final and Tournament Review
It didn’t come home, it’s going to Rome. This week on the final REFSIX Euro Special, Hassan, Jon and former FIFA Assistant referee, Phil Sharp, discuss the key moments from the Euro 2020 Final including the pull back on Saka and the Jorginho challenge on Grealish. They also share their top refereeing highlights from the tournament.
England are in the first final for 55 years! Hassan and Phil discuss the key decisions from the Euro 2020 Semi-Finals including the much discussed penalty for Sterling. 🦁🦁🦁
This week, while Jon's away on holiday, Hassan and Phil discuss the key incidents from the Quarter Finals of Euro 2020 including, Michael Oliver's red card in the Switzerland vs Spain match, Immobile's play acting in Italy vs Belgium and Felix Brych blowing the whistle at 90 minutes.
8 games, 29 goals, 3 red cards. The round of 16 was everything we hoped for. We're joined once again by former FIFA Assistant Referee Phil Sharp to analyse the key decisions in the round focusing on the 3 red cards - and were England lucky not to get one themselves? Find out on this weeks pod.
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