Referee Evaluation Assessment Form-EN-FR-ES.xlsx

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1	Referee Evaluation Form
2	Updated : 2023-02-05
3	Evaluation scores:	6= excellent 5 = great, 4 = strong, 3 - satisfactory, 2 = progressing, 1 = unsatisfactory
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5				Assessment
6	Fitness Tests	Standard	How This is Assessed	Rating						Action Plan
7	Beep test	Level 7 (22 lengths) required for water referee in round-robin phase. Level 8 (26 lengths) required for water referee in play-off and finals.	The old format was 28 lengths for level 7, and 32 lengths for level 8. The new format has eliminated the first 6 lengths. This test will be performed at the 2023 CMAS World Championship and the referees are required to pass it.	Num laps				Pass Fail
8	25m in sprint under 17s underwater	Must swim 25m underwater in 17s or less.	Start the timer on the go signal, and swim from one wall to the other wall underwater using fins. Touch the opposite wall before the clock marks 17 seconds. Pass/fail test. This test will be performed at CMAS championships and all referees are required to pass it.	Pass / Fail
9	8 full under 25m sprints @ 35 second intervals	Not Required for 2023. Should be able to swim 8 lengths of 25m underwater in less than 35s each lap	At the start signal, the referee must swim a full underwater 25m length. At 35 seconds after the start signal, and for the next 7 - 35 second cycles, the referee will swim another 25m length underwater. Starting in 2024, this test might be performed at CMAS championships and the referees will be required to pass it.	Num laps				Pass Fail
10	4 - 15m underwater sprints in 60 seconds total	Not Required for 2023. Should be able to swim 4 - 15m sprints within 60 seconds of total time.	At the start signal, the referee must swim a 15m underwater sprint, take a breath and return for another 15m underwater sprint. A total of four lengths must be completed within 60 seconds. Starting in 2024, this test might be performed at CMAS championships and the referees will be required to pass it.	Num laps				Pass Fail
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12	Rules Knowledge & Application	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
13	Sees fouls	Displays excellent rules knowledge	Applies correct hand signal and penalty to specific foul, other referees making same signal at the same time, identifies player by pointing at them once call is made or calling number, coaches are able to see some of the same fouls when assessing underwater
14	Advantage rule	Understands clearly	Uses the advantage hand signal prior to signaling a foul if no advantage is obtained Applies penalties/warnings applied after stoppage in play if required.
15	Advantage rule	Applies the rule	The duration of the advantage concurs with the direction of play and location of play in the pool
16	Advantage rule continued	Clearly reverts to the original area of the foul if no advantage	Puck is returned to the original position of the foul after advantage has been determined to not be applicable
17	Advantage rule consequences	Aware of place in pool advantage is being played	Observation of the advantage signal, then also observing the direction the foul is called. (e.g. Playing advantage in defending the 3m area is not a good example of playing advantage)
18	Penalty selection	Applies penalties consistently	Penalty applied is consistent with table 17.7.1 in the current UWH rules of play. Includes the use of individual warnings and "informal" discussion with player/captain/team - using referee time out if applicable depending on the situation.
19	Puck Placement	Correctly relocates puck without fail	Places puck quickly and concisely, goes directly to where the most recent activity in the game was and looks for direction from other referees.
20	Escalation	Increases the penalty as required	Penalty applied increases with consistent or worsening offences of the same foul.
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22	Fouls, Observation and Action	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
23	Alertness	Demonstrates alert response to calls	Moves to get puck quickly, sets up quickly, follows direction of other referees without hesitation, maintains same high level of alertness regardless of the level of the game
24	Warnings	Provides warnings to individuals and teams	Gives warnings to players for suspected intentional or professional foul. Escalation if required.
25	Technical level of fouls / pro fouls	Calls complex and professional fouls	Referee has the ability to notice off-the-puck fouls and understand the impact on the game. Enables the referee to decide if play should stop immediately or wait until the next stop in play to penalize the player.
26	Multiple fouls	Continues to observe game after having seen a foul	Referee has the ability to notice and remember a series of fouls happening during a sequence, determine when to stop play, and what the resulting call/direction of play is. Applies proper penalties if required.
27	Retention of events	Explains clearly what has happened	Can explain and apply the appropriate penalty if required after advantage rule (e.g. delayed player dismissal after playing advantage and completing this at the next stoppage in play.)
28	Signals	Signals are crisp, clear, correct	Easily seen above the water level, clear advantage signal, no mistakes or alterations. Game control without words.
29	Visibility of play	Maintains constant visual contact of the game	Able to move around the pool without loosing visual contact of play. (e.g. fast break - stays in front of play but can look back as the play comes towards them)
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31	Refereeing Skills	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
32	Confers with others	Confers quickly with other referees when required	Quickly checks for confirmation or veto of goals. Does not unduly delay the game.
33	Communication with Chief Referee	Communicates to Chief Referee well	Ensure the Chief Referee knows what is going on, particularly when giving warnings to a player (cap number and foul) and giving time penalties (cap number, duration and foul)
34	Positioning to players	Positioning is correct relative to players	Moves quickly and concisely to stay ahead or just behind play, moves up, down, sideways etc. while looking at the game
35	Positioning to referees	Positioning is correct relative to other referees	Maintains the triangle positioning associated with referees, if a position breakdown occurs the referee can reposition themselves to fix the triangle
36	Consistent penalty application	Correct and consistent penalty application	Maintains the correct penalties throughout the tournament and doesn't alter between games
37	Correctable	Demonstrates willingness to accept change	Contributes to own feedback by listening and discussing without shutting down the conversation or becoming negative. Contributes during team meetings.
38	Referee potential	The best ˄/ can move up ranks - / reached potential ˅	Contributes during team meetings. Receives feedback positively. Team player. Helpful to other referees with encouragement.
39	Consistency with other referee	Same calls same time ( or seems to be refereeing a different game )	Multiple referees making the same calls at the same time, the number of calls, types of fouls and level of penalty given is consistent with other referees. During half time discussion, referees appear to be seeing the same fouls
40	Professionalism	Confident and can resolve matters quickly	Quick, clear and concise decision making, resolves unexpected matters quickly, stays calm. Interacts in a respectful manner with players/captains/coaches as well as other referees
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43	Awareness	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
44	Time	Aware of time remaining and not wasting it	Ensures minimal calls in dying seconds of a half/game to ensure the players are not disadvantaged especially if near attacking goal and advantage in their favor. Makes quick calls if the fouled team is losing the puck to ensure they are provided with an opportunity to score if near goal. Understands if a player/team is trying to waste time through discussion or fouls in last few minutes.
45	Spatial Analysis	Demonstrates understanding of movement of play, anticipation	When puck touched after advantage puck moves quickly away from advantage line to set up triangle. Knows when close to the goal and implication for play.
46	Pool positioning	Movement around cameras/ substitution area	Keeps clear of substitution area and cameras without loosing correct pool positioning.
47	Anticipation	Prevents referee interference with players	Stays ahead or just behind play. Keeps clear during breaks and does not obstruct the substitution area. Can anticipate swing as the last/trailing referee.
48	Player Safety	Demonstrates calm and efficient decision making with safety concerns	Makes quick decisions to maintain safety of players in situations such as being flicked with the puck, black outs, swimming in to the wall and cuts.
49	Crisis Management	Demonstrates ability to help maintain a situation	Contributes quickly and concisely when conferring with others, understands and acts prior to loss of game control by having chat with the captains.
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51	Fitness	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
52	Breath hold	Maintains position required to see fouls	Has adequate bottom time to see fouls for a period of play before returning to the surface
53	Sense of Urgency	Sprints to position… then considers moving if need be	Stays ahead or just behind play, stays close enough to sees fouls and is not overrun by players on breaks
54	Stamina	Fitness level is adequate to maintain consistent level for duration of tournament	Still maintains correct position at the end of the game. Has adequate breath for communication when required, and is not short of breath.
55	Endurance	Maintains position throughout game	Able to follow several swings in play. If the last/back referee or is able to sprint on a break and still go underwater if required. No need to stay on surface to recover.
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57	Chief Referee	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
58	Concentration	Aware of all aspects / crowd control / boxes / timers	No mistakes, requests assistance as required, clear return of signals over course of game, announcements at correct times
59	Signaling	Crisp, clear, correct	Repeats signals to in water referees, ensures they are all aware of the original call and the referee making the first signal
60	Alertness	Responsive, repeats signals, presses buzzer, not distracted. Aware of penalty box substitutions	Consistently ensures that players, referees and officials are aware of their instructions
61	Pronouncement	Announces calls well	Whistle used correctly and at the correct times for Before Game, During Times outs and half time. (e.g. Calls "Goal Black" " Goal White" "Penalty Shot" "Time Out-Black/ white/ref")
62	Accountability	Responsible for game accuracy	Stays within contact distance of score area, stops clock without being requested by water referees if deems required by the situation. Ensures score, kick outs and calls are accurate and performed correctly. Ensures timed penalties are accurately served and that players are let in the water as close to time served as appropriate, but not during game stoppage.
63	Communication	Effectively communicates with all officials, and teams where required	Uses hand signals, whistle and other means to ensure all players, coaches and officials understand the information
64	Referee management	Referee time control	Ensures referees confer quickly, reminds water referees of warnings given and repeating offenders. Ensures control is kept over the game if it is getting heated
65	Game management	Manage ultimate flow of calls	Facilitate discussion between water referees during Referee time out, if no consensus is there then makes the final call.
66	Game awareness	What to call	Ensures understanding of how and when to call a false start or subbing foul and the impact it may have on the game
67	Technical level of fouls / pro fouls	Surface fouls	Referee has the ability to notice surface fouls and the understanding of the impact on the game enabling the referee to decide if play should stop immediately or to wait until the next stop in play to penalize the player.
68	Overall game management	Prioritizes on the calls, delegates to assistants, time management	When a water referee calls for advantage and meanwhile another referee calls a fault, the Chief Referee must prioritize the advantage call first. The chief referee is able to delegate on the assistants (penalty times, warnings, substitutions, etc.). Moreover, referee has good time management and good coordination with the timekeeper.
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70	Time keeper	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
71	Alertness	Responsive, repeats calls	Ensures/maintains communication with Chief Referee for any calls made directly affecting the time. Informs Chief Referee if notices a time out call from the water.
72	Time management	Time is kept correctly	Manages time for time outs and the last two minutes of the game effectively. Enters score on the computer, with proper scorer cap number.
73	Supports Chief Referee	Confers with the Chief Referee	Ensure Chief Referee is aware of time left in the match, informs Chief Referee is aware of the amount of time a player has left in the penalty box. Generally aids all time related matters effectively with the Chief Referee. Watches for substitution fouls and false starts.
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75	Scorer	Standard	How This is Assessed	6	5	4	3	2	1	Action Plan
76	Alertness	Responsive, repeats calls	Pays attention to the Chief Referee. Responsive to the Chief Referee
77	Record keeping	Score sheet is completed in full	Ensures all correct information is on scoring sheet and ready for collection as soon as practical after the game. Obtains all signatures required.
78	Supports Chief Referee	Provides feedback to Chief Referee	Informs Chief Referee of players put into the penalty box. Keeps tracks of warnings given. Information noted on score sheet. Keeps Chief Referee informed of repeat offenders so the Chief Referee can decide on escalation if required. Watches for substitution fouls and false starts.
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