Articles in the In The News Category

The refzone – Referee training and development

Posted by SCRRS Web on November 14th, 2011

The IRB is pleased to support  the first online Referee Development Programme (RDP) for rugby referees and assistant referees at all levels, with 12 modules, offering a season long programme covering all aspects of the game. The resource contains: Read More →

Rugby: O’Brien says TMO to get wider authority next year

Posted by RefsFromChair on October 31st, 2011

IRB referee manager Paddy O'Brien. Photo / Getty Images

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iPhone App: irb Laws

Posted by RefsFromChair on September 12th, 2011

With this iPhone app, you can read the Laws, watch video examples and animations to build your understanding of how the Laws are applied on the field of play, and take a self-test exam to check your knowledge.

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Refs Praised by Coach

Posted by RefsFromChair on August 30th, 2011

Winning Men’s 7s All-Star coach Craig Hartley made a point Saturday night of praising the officials at the tournament.

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USA Rugby Appoints National Panel, Focus Group Referees for 2011-2012

Posted by SCRRS Web on August 22nd, 2011

BOULDER, Colo. — USA Rugby is pleased to announce the appointments to the USA Rugby Referee National Panel and National Focus Group for 2011-2012. Nick Ricono (SCRRS) and Marc Nelson have been promoted to the National Panel and Terry Helmer, Jim Rogers, and Kurt Weeder have been appointed to the National Focus Group.

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