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PHED 1308 - Sports Officiating



The purpose of this course is to study the officiating requirements for sports and games with an emphasis on mechanics, rule interpretation, and enforcement.

Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

  • Interpret and enforce contest rules in a variety of sports and games.
  • Demonstrate officiating mechanics and techniques in a variety of sports and games for appropriate age and skill level.
  • Develop a personal philosophy guided by rules, ethics, and etiquette necessary to be an effective official.
  • Apply problem-solving techniques relevant to officiating a sports contest and how to maintain a positive self-image in a group contest environment.
  • Assess and manage player, coach, and spectator behaviors when officiating to provide a healthy sport environment.
  • Identify governing bodies of various sports and procedures for becoming an official.

Credit Hour(s): 3

Lecture Hour(s): 48



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