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Football Officiating => General Discussion => Topic started by: UTchad on January 13, 2020, 09:02:20 AM

Title: Presentation to Son's Class
Post by: UTchad on January 13, 2020, 09:02:20 AM

So my son is in kindergarten, and I received a phone call last week and was asked to talk to the kids about being a referee and how it relates to and benefit the community.

At first I thought this will be easy! But now I am a little at a loss.... not sure how to make officiating interesting to a room of 5 and 6 year old kids.

Any ideas or topics?

My plan is to bring my uniform, whistles, bean bags, and flags.

Title: Re: Presentation to Son's Class
Post by: AlUpstateNY on January 13, 2020, 09:17:41 AM

5-6 yr olds are a tough audience.  You might keep the focus on playing "nice" together, how much fun can be had respecting each other and enjoying each other's presence.  Way too young for rules and/or "competition".

Title: Re: Presentation to Son's Class
Post by: HLinNC on January 13, 2020, 03:28:43 PM

They'll understand the basics of fairness, teamwork, having fun, staying healthy and having "snack" after the game. 

Just work off that framework and you'll be fine.

Title: Re: Presentation to Son's Class
Post by: js in sc on January 13, 2020, 03:45:56 PM

Also remember hydration with something beside soda pop.