Youth Sports Official Evaluation

Positive interaction with players and coach. Effectively communicates and responds to coaches in a professional tone and manner. Is approachable and courteous. Displays integrity in handling game situations. 1 = Worst, 5 = Best

Physically fit to call contest; has the proper equipment for the game; good game equipment/uniform appearance; displays mobility and is able to get in the proper position for the opportunity to make the call(s); hustles in all situations; is physically able to work entire game (endurance); general physical condition and physical appearance: hair trimmed, shaven (men), clean, weight and height are proportional. 1 = Worst, 5 = Best

Displays desire to do the best job possible; gives best possible effort; displays desire to work assigned game without complaint; shows pride in appearance and performance; maintains control of game and game situations; is prompt in all situations before, during, and after the game. The partners do not repeatedly wait on this official. Conducts self in a professional manner. 1 = Worst, 5 = Best

Knows the rules of the game. Applies rules consistently and decisively; permits play in the spirit of the rules without over-officiating; does not make numerous and/or repetitive mistakes; identifies and corrects errors in a positive manner; displays integrity and common sense in the application of penalties and clock management; helpful to crew on rules interpretation situations; shows good judgment. 1 = Worst, 5 = Best

Displays mobility and is in the proper position for the opportunity to make the call(s); covers assigned duties, contributes to the effectiveness of the entire crew; gives good clear signals, using proper signals as defined in manual; appropriately communicates with partners; performs preventive officiating when appropriate; functions as a team member in applying sound, approved mechanics; identifies and points out or corrects errors immediately; does not make numerous and/or repetitive mistakes. 1 = Worst, 5 = Best

Hustles in all situations; exhibits game control and positive game management; consistent with calls and enforcements; communicate with the coach to give team info on player actions, fouls, and timeouts; communicates with players to encourage, correct, warn, and preventive officiate; communicates with officials during play to assure proper rules and mechanics application; displays courage to make a tough call(s) correctly; understands the significance of game situations and strategies. 1 = Worst, 5 = Best