Referees, Match Officials and Abuse: Research and Implications for Policy

by Tom Webb, Mike Rayner, Jamie Cleland

This book explores issues related to the abuse of referees and match officials in sport. Drawing on original empirical research in football, rugby union, rugby league and cricket, it provides an insight into the complexities involved in the recruitment, retention and development processes of match officials from across the global sports industry.

Using an evidence-based approach, the book examines why abuse occurs, the operational...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367633590
• ISBN13: 9780367633592
• Release Date: May 2022
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"