Soccer (American), Football (European)/Experts

Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
Andy Black U.K. Available View Profile Ask A Question	Knowledgeability N/A Clarity of Response N/A Timeliness N/A Politeness N/A Total Questions 0	I'm happy to answer questions relating to playing in, managing and running a football (soccer) club. I am up to date with laws of the game (adult 11-a-side) and pay attention to the news in major european leagues. I may not be able to answer questions relating to junior football laws and do not have contacts at professional clubs.
John Cummings U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.91 Clarity of Response 9.88 Timeliness 9.94 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 155	Do you have a call made by the referee in last week`s match puzzling you? Are you a referee who may not be certain that what was done was the right thing to do? I shall be glad to entertain any questions about officiating soccer. The more the players, coaches and supporters understand the referee and his/her decisions, the more fun we can have on the pitch.
Stephen Smith U.K. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.33 Clarity of Response 10.0 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 14	I can answer any questions relating to the laws of the game and their application at any level from local parks to professional and international level. Feel free to ask about a referee's decision you don't understand, a hypothetical scenario, or a situation in which you as a referee need help.
Mark Smith U.K. Available View Profile Ask A Question	Knowledgeability N/A Clarity of Response N/A Timeliness N/A Politeness N/A Total Questions 3	I have a fairly extensive knowledge of English Football. I attended my first game in 1967 and have been to hundreds since. My particular areas of interest are the history of the game, statistics, records, trivia and stadium information. PLEASE NOTE: I CAN'T GIVE YOU ADVICE ON HOW TO GET A TRIAL OR TRYOUT WITH A FOOTBALL CLUB, HOW TO CONTACT A FOOTBALL SCOUT, HOW TO CONTACT AN AGENT OR ANY OTHER ASPECT OF BECOMING A PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALLER! PLEASE DO NOT WASTE MY TIME AND YOUR OWN TIME BY ASKING ME QUESTIONS OF THIS NATURE.
Stuart Young U.K. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.0 Clarity of Response 10.0 Timeliness 9.83 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 33	I can answer questions to do with all aspects of English football, Spanish football and International football. My strongest area in football is current news. I also have a great knowledge of tactics and strategies.
Cody Gaines U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.80 Clarity of Response 9.80 Timeliness 9.80 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 19	I can answer almost all questions pertaining to the laws of soccer. I can answer questions pertaining to USSF, FIFA, and AYSO. However, I am not so familiar with high school soccer. High school soccer follows their own rules and not FIFA law (but I may know the answer or I will find out the answer just expect a short delay). I also can answer any questions that present referees have pertaining to assessments, moving up grade levels, and/or how to deal with spectators (and much much more). So if you are a player, spectator, coach, or referee and have a question about soccer ask me a question and I will either know the answer or ask my colleagues. The more coaches, players, spectators, and referees who understand the Laws of the Game the more enjoyable and fluid the game of soccer will be.

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2009-10-26 off sides:

Unfortunately for your daughter's team this IS the correct call. Even though the ball deflected off the defender the striker would still be deemed offside because the striker gained an advantage from

2009-10-20 Protection of the keeper:

Hi Matt, That's an interesting one! You clearly appreciate what the law says about the scenario your son was involved in. From a philosophical point of view, I agree with the sentiment and reasoning

2009-10-14 goalie:

The goalkeeper can only handle the ball inside his own penalty area. A goalkeeper can only handle the ball for a duration no longer than six seconds. If a goalkeeper carries the ball fro outside

2009-09-30 Soccer Tryouts:

Hi Gabe, Just been doing some research for you and gave come up with these leagues in Belgium: Look up Belgium Promotion League's on wikipedia and you will find they have four leagues in different

2009-09-28 To PK or not PK:

The call would depend on the details and your perception of them. I would have to ask myself the following questions: - Did the keeper jump into the opponent? - Was the keeper playing the ball or