Line judge training

"Line judges must possess certain characteristics and skills. They need to have a good understanding of pickleball and the general rules. They must be able to work under pressure to make split-second decisions, sometimes at crucial moments in key matches. They must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time. Like referees, line judges must adhere to a code of conduct. It is important that they:

1. Make all calls impartially, fairly, and consistently.
2. Use a professional and pleasant demeanor.
3. Devote full attention to the match being refereed.
4. Do not converse with others during the match.
5. Be sure their cellular phone is in silent mode or is turned off.
6. Do not wear earbuds or carry any device that could distract them or give the appearance of distracting them from the match.
7. Excuse themselves from line judging the match of a relative, close friend, or doubles partner."

If you feel you’ve got what it takes, it’s a great way to learn the rules. Maybe you’ve done the Referee training and it wasn’t for you. This is a great way to officiate at tournaments and play an important role for our growing sport.

The training will be conducted by Alan Thomson, he is a Certified Referee and Registered Trainer with USA Pickleball since Jan 2017. In 2020 he became the Regional Training Coordinator (RTC) for Canada on behalf of USA Pickleball, and a member of the IFP Referee Section. He now heads up the IFP Oceania Referee Group to which PAA belongs.

Reply to officiating@pickleballaus.org stating your name, club and phone number before 23/10/21.

Sandra Canniff President PANSW