A whole mark is required based on the overall performance of the Referee using these criteria to arrive at that mark. The mark should also reflect the present classification of the Referee.  A Level 7 Referee must be judged differently from a more experienced Referee.

MARK

COMMENTS

10

A faultless performance displaying an excellent level of control, player Management and Law application throughout the game.

9

First class match control and player management with an accurate interpretation and application of Law.

8

A very good performance with a high level of player control and management and Law application.

7

A good performance with an effective level of management, control and Law application. On the evidence of this performance this Referee is ready for upward reclassification or promotion to a more demanding of football.

6

An average performance with satisfactory Law application, player Management and overall control. Identified shortcomings may improve if the assessor's advice is acted upon.

5

An adequate performance where some areas of player Management and control as well as Law application require improvement.

4

An unsatisfactory performance showing deficiencies in player Management and control as well as areas of Law application, which need to be addressed.

3

A poor performance with severe lack of control and player Management nd a weak application of Law.

2

A very poor performance with an inadequate display of player control and management and an inaccurate application of Law.

1

A totally unacceptable performance.