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Kent Society had the pleasure of Matt Carley delivering our monthly training session on 'Foul Play' this week. Matt who started his refereeing here in Kent explained the 'Escalation Ladder' - play on, penalty only, yellow card, red card. He explained how to process what you are seeing and how to communicate your decision to achieve the right outcome.
At the start of the evening, we had a minutes silence to remember Matt's Grandad, John Carley, who passed away last week. John a Past President of the Society gave Matt explicit instructions not to cancel any of his refereeing duties. Thank you John!
On the evening Matt chatted to some of our Junior Development referees, inspiring the next generation of referees. Thanks Matt!
REFEREE IN THE SPOTLIGHT!
BEN WOOD
Kent Referees Society Junior Development Squad Referee, Ben Wood began his refereeing here in Kent after completing an RFU Rugby Referee Award Course. After completing the course Ben joined Kent Referees Society and become one of the members of the Society’s Junior Development Squad. Being part of this squad provided Ben with the support of a coach and a mentor. Ben showed that he was quick to learn and showed maturity and excellent communication skills beyond his years to hold his own refereeing the Senior game.
Traveling back and forth from Bristol University and Kent, Ben continues to referee here in Kent and Bristol. Last week Ben had the opportunity, with thanks to a Society sponsor, to referee in Dubai 7’s 2018 tournament to help further develop his refereeing.
At the tournament, Ben was awarded ‘Best Development Referee of the Tournament!’ by the officials of Dubai 7’s. Kent Refs are extremely proud of Ben’s achievement.
Last night saw the U15s Schools Finals at a wet and windy Gravesend with #kentjuniorrefs Olly, Tom, George and Lola on duty. Congratulations to Tonbridge School (Trophy) and Chatham and Clarendon House (Shield). Tough conditions but brilliant rugby with a great crowd - thanks for asking us to be part of it. #crouchbindgrow #ymo #kentrugby
Team of three from our Junior Squad out at Kent Schools finals. Well done lads. 👍