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The Positive Referee Podcast | Soccer Green Card And Good Sporting Recognition

The Positive Referee Podcast | Soccer Green Card And Good Sporting Recognition

By: Positive Referee
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 Showcasing the art of being a positive referee through discussions with referees and sports program leaders to encourage a new approach to sports officiating that focuses on positivity and good sportsmanship recognition through tools like the Green Card in soccer and other sporting matches.Positive Referee Football (Soccer)
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  • Historic Moment: First Soccer Green Card in the U.S. Given in Over 25 Years

    Historic Moment: First Soccer Green Card in the U.S. Given in Over 25 Years
    Jul 24 2024
    Welcome to the Positive Referee Podcast, where we shine a light on the unsung heroes of the soccer field, the referees. In this special episode, host Will Bradwell shares an exciting update about the historic reintroduction of the Soccer Green Card in North American sports. Listen in as we discuss the successful implementation of the green card by Brian Baer of the Hudson Valley State Referee Association during a UPSL Division II Final, the positive impact on sportsmanship, and our plans for the future of positive refereeing. Key Points Discussed: Introduction to the Positive Referee Podcast: - Host: Will Bradwell - Mission: Transforming the game with positive refereeing by promoting sportsmanship, fairness, and respect. Historic Use of the Soccer Green Card: - Event: UPSL Division II Final between NY Phoenix and FC Merchant - Referee: Brian Baer from the Hudson Valley State Referee Association - Significance: First use of the green card in North American sports in over 25 years Game Details: - Crowd: Approximately 300 attendees - Outcome: One yellow card for unsporting behavior, one green card for positive sporting behavior - Good Sport Award: Presented to K. Delice of NY Phoenix for scoring 3 goals and being a positive influence Impact of the Green Card: - Pre-game introduction of the green card concept to players - Positive reception from players and spectators - Demonstrated improvement in game management and sportsmanship Future Plans: - Interviews and virtual training with Brian Baer and the Hudson Valley State Referee Association - Collaboration with Will's father, the original creator of the green card concept - Outreach to state referee administrators across the country to pilot the green card program Call to Action: - Visit [positivereferee.org](http://positivereferee.org) for more information and course modules - Learn about the tenets of positive refereeing, such as introducing referees to players and spectators before the match - Subscribe to the podcast, leave comments, and share feedback - Email: positivereferee@gmail.com Closing: Thank you for tuning in to this historic episode of the Positive Referee Podcast. Join us next time as we continue to explore the impact of positive refereeing and share more inspiring stories from the field. Connect with Us: - [Website](http://positivereferee.org) - [Email](mailto:positivereferee@gmail.com) Hashtags: #PositiveRefereeing #SoccerGreenCard #GoodSportAward #RefereeLife #SoccerReferee #Sportsmanship #FairPlay #SoccerPodcast
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    5 mins
  • Before The Match

    Before The Match
    Apr 26 2023
    What to do before you referee your next soccer match
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    6 mins
  • Recent History of the Green Card concept

    Recent History of the Green Card concept
    Sep 23 2022
    Green Card Europe
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    1 min
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