The Third Game Podcast

During a game, we're bound to make a mistake at some point, but how do we get over the mistake to avoid making more? The ability to regain your confidence and momentum is crucial to bouncing back - In this episode, Rodrigo & Jordan breakdown mistakes they've made and how they have overcame those to continue on calling a quality game. To learn more and read the show notes, visit www.refereecompany.com/025

Your body language matters on the field of play. What does your say about you? As referees, we have to communicate with more than just our whistles. Everything we do comes into play when the players, coaches and fans are looking at us when we make a call. Are you "scolding" a player with a smile on your face? Are you slouched over and timid when making a call? In episode 24, Jordan and Rodrigo dive deep into your body language and its importance from the time you step onto the field, until you head into the locker room (or your car). Learn more at www.refereecompany.com

As games start back up across the country, young referees are growing anxious and worried. In episode 23, Jordan and Rodrigo dive into what is holding back young referees. To learn more, visit www.refereecompany.com.

As games begin to pick back up, referees are dying to know what leagues and other administration groups are doing to help protect everyone involved in the games, not just the referee crew. As funding sources have dried up, more referees are not recertifying, will the leagues have the money to keep paying us as we deserve? Will there be enough referees to actually cover games? Find out now. For more information, check out www.refereecompany.com

In this mini series, Rodrigo and Jordan discuss what refereeing will look like post COVID-19. As we move into resuming play, will we be required to wear a mask? Will spectators be allowed near the field? Will we stop shaking hands with teams before or after the game? In part 1 of this series, Jordan and Rodrigo talk about how to approach working with your crews. Do you remember your pre-game speech? Download your FREE pre-game worksheet to determine what you should discuss with your crew during the time leading up to your match. Join the Referee Mentor Facebook Community to download your PDF now. Visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/refereecompany

As referees, we all deal with those obnoxious players and coaches. But when exactly do you know that they've crossed the line? In this episode, Jordan and Rodrigo dive deep into where this ever evolving, mysterious "line" is. Visit www.refereecompany.com to learn more.

In Episode 19 of the Referee Mentor podcast, Rodrigo & Jordan breakdown what to do prior to a game or tournament. It doesn't matter if you are refereeing U10 or a professional match, preparing for your game is crucial to having success on the field. Tune in for this week's tips & tricks.

In our second episode of the Referee Mentor Podcast, new co-host Rodrigo Garcia and returner Jordan Halstead discuss the importance of being fit. Not only do you need to be fit on the field, but you need to be fit for the remainder of you life. As officials, fitness can do more for us than what meets the eye. Subscribe to the Referee Mentor Podcast wherever you listen to podcast, and join us on our Youtube Channel (Referee Company) to watch the show in action.

As you start to referee, you begin to realize how big the refereeing world and community is. When you are a new referee, it is intimidating for sure when you feel like a small little bug. My guest, Rodrigo Garcia, and I, dive deep into our first times being exposed to what state level events are like and how you should handle yourself.

In this 16th episode, Jordan discusses the #thirdteam and why don't we actually train like a team. Stay motivated with the craft and become obsessed.

The killer of more referees than wrong calls... social nonsense. Today, we discuss 3 reasons why you need to stay off the internet to advance your referee career. To learn more, or check out what we are made up visit www.refereeesagainsthumanity.com. Until next time, don't swallow your whistle, ref!

As referees, our job more than applying the laws of the game or rules is to interact and take care of the players and coaches on the field of play, while making the entertainment value of the game worthwhile. All of us have gotten ourselves into spats with players because we answered something we didn't know what the hell we were talking about. Don't be this guy. For more information check out www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

The majority of referees get in their own way and cause themselves problems in their matches. Are you one of those referees? Find out in this episode. To learn more, head to: www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

In the US, our fall season has quickly ended. As we move into the off-season, we can either set ourselves up for success for the following year, OR we can royally screw ourselves over. Which will be you? In this episode, you will also find our blackfriday promo code for the Soccer Edition of Referees Against Humanity card game. Don't have yours yet? You won't want to miss this. To learn more and to purchase your deck, visit www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

What do you do when you screw up off the field of play? Do you make an excuse and try to blame the next person? Or do you own up to it and take responsibility for your actions? I ROYALLY screwed up, and I tell you all about it and what I did to make up for it in this episode. To learn more, visit www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

The best way that we can elevate referees outside of recognition and setting them up for success is by holding each other accountable. When we have a bad game, we can't get told by our crew mates that "they wouldn't change anything." SCREW THAT. As referees, we need to be there for each other during the successes AND the failures. That is the ONLY way that we will grow and develop into highly functioning referees. Now... this doesn't mean go ahead and act like an a$$hole. Learn more at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com

My first time was wild! I can't tell you how much I learned about working with assignors by being one myself. Assignors was underpaid, overworked, and under-appreciated. Use my takeaways to improve your relationship with your assignor, and I bet you'll see a massive difference in the games you receive. Learn more at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com.

The old adage of what you ignore, you encourage couldn't be more relevant than to the referee community. As the unbiased, neutral third party in our games, it is our responsibility to hold coaches and players accountable for their actions. Too often we ignore these issues for the next guy to deal with. This last weekend, I was that next guy and let me tell you, I'm pissed! View show notes at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com

We all put limitations on ourselves, especially when we have so many people telling us "REF, YOU SUCK!" so often. Limitations are OPTIONAL, success is OPTIONAL. Which one will you choose? For show notes visit www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/post/__007

In today's world of refereeing shortages, mentoring is more important now than ever before. Our goal should be to get referees to stick around longer than 1 year. Why 1 year? We know that if we can get a referee to stick around for at least 1 year, they are exponentially more likely to referee for at least 6+ years. Mentoring and education are the keys to the retention kingdom. For show notes, check out www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/post/__006.

Goal setting is often “one of those things” that we overlook its importance, however you need to make this a top priority in your life. Each year, I sit down in December to ensure I have a solid life plan going into the following year. It is crucial to your success as a person, but it also provides clarity so you can be the best possible person in your officiating career. There are ten different areas that you need to set goals in. So, if you are ready to make a change in your life and get your shit together, head on over to my website and I will give you a FREE goal setting worksheet so that you will be able to reach your dreams. Show notes can be found at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com and you can download your free Referee's Guide to Goal Setting at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/goalsetting

"How do I network at big referee events when I am an introvert by nature?" In this episode of The Third Game Podcast, I will give you 5 tips in order to learn how to network with the people at a higher level than you as a referee and join them among the elite. View show notes at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/post/004

Often times as officials, we grow up in each sport together and become a really tight knit family. In this episode of The Third Game Podcast, you will find out the 2 groups of referees you need to dump out of your life and the 3 groups you need in your life. View show notes at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/post/003

As referees, we dream about getting those badass games we talk about over and over. In this episode of The Third Game Podcast, I dive deep in to how to gain attention from referee assignors and kick start your successful officiating career. View show notes at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/post/002

In today's officiating world, we are constantly short-handed due to the lack of officials. How can we, as referees, truly be prepared for situations where we are out doing a game by our self, as many of us have to do games alone? In this inaugural episode of The Third Game Podcast, I dive deep into how to best prepare for situations when we are alone or short-handed out on the field or court. View show notes at www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/post/001

Join host Jordan Halstead in The Third Game Podcast. Jordan takes a deep dive into what really happens on the field from the perspective of the referee, also known as The Third Game. It is designed for you - the referee, referee coach, assignor, instructor or the armchair referee exploring how to reach “the league.” Jordan’s goal is to inspire and motivate you to become the best possible referee and develop your refereeing hustle to the highest level. For show notes and to read more, head on over to www.refereesagainsthumanity.com/thirdgamepodcast.