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Sports Rules and Hand Signals


Collection for Referees and Umpires


Rugby Touch SignalsRules and Signals are everything for the referees and umpires in our favorite sports. In this collection you will find contacts, resources and rules for dozens of different sports!

This collection is the go-to place for the newest recruits in officiating and fully trained umpires and referees to learn more and share their knowledge. It is also where couch officials can get accurate and up-to-date information on proper officiating in all sports. Anyone with a love of sports can get better educated on the rules and regulations behind all sports.


Brandon Bourgeois of Team Stripes talks with veteran ice hockey referee, Rejean Amyot, about the importance of officials knowing the rules. Good stuff here! Enjoy a listen while you explore the Rules and Signals Collection below.



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Rules and Hand Signals PenguinEnjoy browsing the Rules and Signals Collection and impress your friends with your detailed knowledge of the proper rules and signals for rugby, cricket or any of your favourite sports. Become a soccer authority by reading up on IFAB and the recent FIFA rule changes. Polish up on your baseball knowledge by learning how the rules vary for similar games like fastball and softball. Become a well-rounded sports enthusiast by watching videos to learn the proper signals used in many different sports – from fencing to field hockey.

This collection is also ideal for experienced referees and umpires who can expand their knowledge with quick tests, find training opportunities in any region or sport, and meet like-minded officials.

Increase you knowledge:

If you have ever wondered about the laws behind the sports, quirky calls, strange hand signals, obscure rules and seemingly uncalled for challenges – this collection is for you. Exploring the  helpful links that are posted here can aide you to become more knowledgeable about all referee and umpire duties and responsibilities. You can help others expand their knowledge of rules and signals in your favorite sport by ‘sharing’ and ‘liking’ your favorite posts.

There are over 100 pages of referees and umpires across the website, highlighting dozens of sports. The site was created using over 10,000 Twitter posts and retweets. Plus, we added hundreds of links, videos and podcasts from around the world. Providing easy access to education, entertainment and important information to sports officials of all stripes. Thanks for visiting today. We hope to see you again! Have an excellent day!


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