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The Basics You Need to Know as a Soccer Referee

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Soccer season never really ends, which is why there is almost always an opening for a volunteer soccer referee. Those opportunities can grow into professional positions, if you enjoy the work, but most referees start out at the local level. There, they learn the game and acquire all the soccer referee gear they need to stay prepared throughout their careers on the pitch. Here is  a basic primer for anyone looking to become a soccer referee.

Endurance

Try and develop a routine to work out, and include plenty of cardio in that routine. As a referee, you’ll need to be able to run along with players making their way up and down the field. It’s physically demanding, so be sure you’re in shape before you take the job. Even a sideline referee will need to be able to sprint quickly to follow the action.

Gear

Soccer referee equipment is a little different from the average player. They will need some tools to do their job, and some clothes that differentiate them from any other player on the field. Often, referees will wear some kind of fluorescent vest or shirt, designating them as an official. The official uniforms usually consist of a shirt and socks, where you have the option to choose which shorts you’ll wear. Referee shorts are best, because they have large pockets for all the equipment you’ll need to carry.

Other soccer apparel you’ll need includes either turf shoes or cleats that are black in color (that part is also important). You’ll also need both red and yellow cards, and should keep each in a certain pocket so you know when to reach and don’t pull the incorrect card. The one caveat is the whistle. Mostly, a whistle is a pretty trivial piece of equipment unless you’re on a field with multiple whistles blowing. In that case, you’ll need your own distinct sound so players can know when to stop play.

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You should be very familiar with the basic rules and structure of a soccer game. Understand how long a half will be, how and when substitutions are allowed, who brings the game card, and when to disqualify a player. You should also be aware of what happens to the game card after the match, and you should also know how to handle a red card situation.

Referees have a code of conduct too. Stand by your colleagues and make sure you’re not disputing calls made by the head ref on the field. Not every referee is perfect, and all of us make subjective calls. Lastly, watch games. The best way to effectively call a game is to watch one and see what dynamics referees look for.
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Lift Weights to Become a Better Soccer Player

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By Soccer Garage

If you want to become a better soccer player, you may spend hours on the field doing drills over and over. You probably work on your cardio a lot too. However, being a soccer player and definitely as a woman, you may not spend much time in the weight room.

Well, it’s time to change all that. While there is plenty of women’s soccer equipment on the market to help you build up your body, an old fashioned weight room will have plenty available for you too.

For example, start doing squats. Don’t wear your women’s soccer shoes for this because they’re not ideal for squats. Instead, you want perfectly flat footwear. Lifting barefoot is an option too if the gym allows this.

Doing heavy squats will make your legs more powerful and even build your cardio in a big way.

Deadlifts are great too. Once again, do these with flat shoes. By doing deadlifts, you’ll work your legs again, but also your core. A strong core makes for a strong player. It also helps with your upper back which is vital for aiming the ball.

Finally, do some chin ups. Again, this will help with the upper back, which is responsible for turning your body along with the core.

If you want to play your best game when you take the pitch, you’re going to need the best possible soccer uniforms too. At Soccer Garage, they have shoes, jerseys and everything else you need to be an elite player.

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Are You Wearing the Right Cleats?

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By Soccer Garage

No matter how good you are, like most soccer players, you probably aspire to be better. In fact, you probably aspire to be a lot better. You may even lose sleep over it. Soccer is the most popular sport on the entire planet and one of the reasons for this is because of the level of competition it inspires. No one wants to be anything other than the absolute best.

This is why every little element matters when you’re trying to reach this goal. You can’t simply wish yourself to this ultimate level, you have to take steps to get there in any way you can.

Soccer footwear is a big part of this, maybe even bigger than any other sport out there. For one thing, a player is only as good as their feet are in this game. However, the right shoe is also important for keeping the player comfortable so they can give it their all throughout play.

To do this, the Adidas F50 is an obvious choice. You’ll be able to play an entire match at your absolute best as far as this shoe is concerned. The rest is up to how badly you want it.

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If you take soccer as seriously as the rest of the world, then you know that playing like a champion begins by looking like a champion. This is why you have to have Adidas soccer shoes on your feet each and every time you take the pitch. For this, Soccer Garage has you covered.

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Find the Right Cleats for the Pitch

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By Soccer Garage

Ready for another season on the pitch? Perhaps you’re returning in the first time in a few years. Whatever the case, you most likely need a new pair of cleats. Even if you don’t, eventually your favorite pair will wear down and won’t be worth tying up anymore. When that happens, the following will help you replace them and get back to playing your best game.

It’s well known that Adidas soccer cleats are widely considered the best in the world. However, with so many Adidas soccer shoes to choose from, that knowledge might not do you any favors. Of course, some of you may prefer other brands too.

In any case, you should make it a habit to regularly measure your feet. Even if you’re an adult who has stopped growing, you may have found that your feet have gotten winder. It takes all of two seconds and doing so will make all the difference in picking the right cleats.

After you know your size, start looking online at reviews. Then go find the shoes at local stores. For best results, see if one of your teammates has shoes you can try out in your size. Seeing what they feel like once they’ve been broken in can make a huge difference.

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Whether you’re in the market for Adidas F50, shirts or just about anything else for the pitch, Soccer Garage has you covered. Even if your playing days are behind you and you just want to cheer, this website has you covered.

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Take the Pitch with All the Right Gear

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Like any sport, soccer demands a lot from those who would be the best at it. Amongst other things, this means having the right equipment. Does it help to practice for hours on end? Of course. Will it be enough to conquer the game all by itself? No, definitely not.

For that, you’re going to want a good soccer ball. Preferably, it should be a brand name like an Adidas soccer ball. Practice with a high-quality brand and you’ll quickly begin seeing the difference.

Then, you want to get good cleats. Quality cleats are essential for supporting the foot and legs during play. If you don’t have high quality shoes, you’ll soon realize it. The feeling will not be a welcomed one.

Do you have good shin pads? Don’t be the guy/gal who finds out the hard way that, yes, shin pads make a big difference in play. You want to be courageous with your play, not worried that the other team’s player is going to kick you where it hurts.

It can also be argued that you need quality clothing as well. Hey, if you look like a winner, you’re more likely to play like one. With a soccer back pack, you can carry all your gear to the pitch too, so you’re always ready to play the game of your life at the drop of a hat.

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Whether you’re looking for soccer equipment or anything else related to the sport of soccer, your go-to resource online is always going to be Soccer Garage for a good deal.