CBRA - 2006 Annual Report

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT Mr. Richard Daizli Mr. David Abood Another busy season has passed with new ideas implemented as we continue to develop our referees to progress to the next level. Once again, our certified trainer, Perry Tzamouranis, took the referees through their Tuesday training sessions. Perry varied his exercises and conducted activities that simulated refereeing actions on the field.

There were three fitness tests held with results showing improvements for those who participated. Training numbers were disappointing this year and the added incentive of receiving a cash bonus for a 75% attendance record only resulted in a handful of referees being rewarded. A special mention goes to Salim Daizli for being the only member with a 100% record at the training and coaching sessions.

We would like to thank Perry for his efforts this year and Mario for his assistance at training and taking attendance.

Training nights were also useful in working on specific problems with certain referees based on their match performances. There were two nights dedicated to specific drills covering 10 metres, positioning and touch judging.

The Coaching and Development Committee held a number of development programs during the year to help improve refereeing performances. These included: - Seminar which covered these topics and speakers: (a) Judiciary Procedures – Bob Hunt (b) Control and Communication – Russell Smith (c) Appointments Board – John McCormack (d) New Communications Gear – Mario Cafarelli (e) Rules Quiz – David Abood - Key Indicators: The NRL key indicators were introduced. The aim will be to introduce these concepts into the district in 2007 as it sets the basis for progression to the next level.

- On field Meetings: scenarios were set up to assist referees in dealing with different situations when conducted a meeting during a game.

- Fitness test: this included the beep test, speed endurance run (440m) and an agility run.

- Video reviews of referee performances during matches with feedback given on how to improve performance. I encourage all referees to have their games taped so members of the Coaching Committee or 19