Referee Guidelines
Referees & Judges
Regulations for The MASMAL Referee Association Training Program
- Minimum Age: 18 Years Old
- Minimum Rank : 1st Degree Black Belt
- Minimum Age: 18 Years Old
- Minimum Rank : 1st Degree Black Belt
- Minimum Age: 16 Years Old (Must have proven competitive experience and solid background)
- 18 Years Old (3rd Degree Brown or Red Belt )
Equal opportunity will be given to all MASMAL Referee Association Judges who fit the required guidelines, and are capable of attending multiple events throughout the competition year. However, MASMAL Board of Directors will have the option to evaluate and select all candidates for their designated positions as Master Center Referee.
(Once designated, only the MASMAL Board of Directors can revoke the Certification of a Master Center Referee.)
Scorekeeper and Timekeeper
Scorekeepers and Timekeepers are an extremely important component to the running of our competitions. Without their tireless efforts, Sport Martial Arts tournaments would not run effectively. These are the unsung heroes of our industry and we would like to go on record by saying that we appreciate them. Without them, there would be no sport Karate.It is our intention to recognize, support and encourage these important individuals. For all intents and purposes, scorekeepers are dedicated volunteers. They are generally trained veterans with many years of experience.
If you would be interested in volunteering to be a scorekeeper, please call us or visit our website at www.masmalonline.com for more information.
- Scorekeepers shall be governed by a firm set of rules and regulations (Rule Book Pending)
- Scorekeepers shall be certified in concert with the MASMAL Referee Association
- Scorekeepers shall be responsible for coordinating byes in association with the Master Center Referee
- Scorekeepers shall follow the direct lead of the Master Center Referee during all competition.
- Lead Scorekeeper shall be responsible for all scheduling and pre-tournament organization