Should Every Kid Have to Officiate One Game?
Episode: #014.
Frances & Laura.Your friendly hosts & Almost Pro founders.
Everyone thinks they could do a better job than the referee… until they’re the one making the call. 👀
Should Every Kid Have to Officiate One Game?
In this episode of AP Bites, we discuss whether giving young athletes a turn with the whistle could change how they see the game - and how they treat the people officiating it.
From split-second decisions to the different views of players, parents and coaches, we explore why things aren’t always as obvious as they look from the sideline. And we look beyond the whistle at the volunteers who make community sport possible each week.
As sport spectators we’ve all questioned a referee’s decision. But could stepping into their shoes help build more understanding, better sportsmanship and greater respect in junior sport?
💬 What do you reckon - should every kid have to officiate at least one game? And if you’ve tried refereeing or umpiring, did it change your perspective?
Stream Episode. 7:53mins.
