Circle of Affirmation

This diagram is a simple concept created to illustrate the results associated with negative and positive feedback given to the official.

Practicing the Circle of Affirmation makes the game a better experience for everyone involved.

• Volunteer Referee makes a call.
• Coach gives a positive response to the Referee's call.
• Parent follows example of Coach and gives a positive response to the Referee's call.
• Children respond to Parent's positive reaction, creating respect for the authority figure - the Volunteer Referee.