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• The ethos of changes in small sided games (5v5 / 7v7 / 9v9)
• Clarification of any rule ambiguities
• The emphasis of respect embedded in plan for match officials
• Discussion regarding developing resources to promote understanding of rule changes and emphasising respect for match officials.
• Opening up channels of communication between referees and Player Development Plan steering group (pdp@fai.ie).
• Continued ‘partnership’ approach in improving match experience for all stakeholders

Course Outline:

• Explanation of philosophy of PDP and how this is reflected in playing formats.
• Explanation of other resources FAI are deploying in attempt to positively influence coach / parent / player behaviour – particularly relating to respecting match officials.
• Videos of 5v5 / 7v7 / 9v9 formats in practice.
• Discussion of possible resource development resources to improve coach / parent / player behaviour.
• Exploration of the ‘educational’ aspects of referees role in players encountering referees for the first time.
• Q&A