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Please welcome the European Referee Commission approved by EFT.
So (drumroll please…) here they are, each with their respective roles as agreed: |
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Referee Commission Chair (European Referee Director) | Sylvain Charras |
| Referee Resources Manager | Mike Davis |
| Referee Coaching Development Coordinator | Sebastien Chassande-Barrioz |
| Referee Development Coordinator | Sarah Mason |
| Sport Development and EFT Coordinator | Alice Watchorn |
| Referees Event Coordinator | Stephanie Horeau |
| NDR Coordinator | Irene Waelti |
| Youth Development Coordinator | Phil Leeks |
Overall this makes a heavy workload manageable and we feel really lucky that we’ve ended up with people who each have skills, experience and desire to make a difference in their area. The fun starts now.
What next?
Please bear with the Commission while we get our internal roles and structures sorted. If you’re interested in a specific area and would like to help please contact the commissioner via Referees@toucheurope.org.
The Touch Europe Referee accreditation system has five (5) levels of grading – badge levels 1 to 5. Criteria for each level are set by the European Referee Panel. The Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 courses vary on content, pass grade, and course duration, but essentially they are split into theoretical and practical sessions. Levels 1 to 3 require referees to successfully complete a course and written exam, then to be subsequently assessed as competent during a competitive game. Levels 4 and 5 require only the practical assessment to be deemed competent.
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The calendar below shows all Level 2 & 3 courses being held across Europe.
Lucas Von Hoff Award
This highly prestigious award is named after Lucas Von Hoff (12 August 1980 – 11 June 2011). Lucas’ contribution to the sport of Touch throughout Europe as the European Director of Referees and a FIT Panel Member was epitomised by his dedication to his fellow colleagues and referees. His professionalism was unparalleled and he played a huge part in the development of referees throughout Europe.
Dedication – Guidance – Contribution – Leadership
The Lucas Von Hoff Award represents the following key principles and character traits:
THE MEANING BEHIND THE AWARD
The award reflects several aspects:
- It reflects Lucas’ approachable charm.
- It represents his desire for excellence in himself and European referees.
- His guidance and tuition.
- The award parallels his high expectations, his achievements and those he set to realise.
PREVIOUS WINNERS OF THE AWARD
- 2012 – Peter Faassen de Heer
- 2014 – Kevin Hobbs
- 2016 – Sylvain Charras
- 2018 – Derek Fisher
PREVIOUS NOMINEES
- 2012 – Peter Faassen de Heer, Derek Fisher, Riet Garsed, Shelley Grace, Vincent Van Neuren
- 2014 – Matthew Boesen, Derek Fisher, Neil Fitzpatrick, Riet Garsed, Shelley Grace, Kevin Hobbs
- 2016 – Sylvain Charras, Derek Fisher, Riet Garsed, Shelley Grace
- 2018 – Matthew Boesen, Stephen Dubreuil, Derek Fisher, Neil Fitzpatrick, Phil Leeks, Duncan Smart, Ian Syder
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