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WPIAL FOOTBALL 2008 PLAYOFFS
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

Congratulations to our Crews and Members who worked
WPIAL 2008 Playoff Games

WPIAL First round Games (October 31)

Keith's Crew McGuffy @ Beaver Falls @ Geneva College

Greg's Crew S.S. Beaver @ Springdale

WPIAL Second Round Games (November 7)

Keith's Crew Avonworth vs North Catholic @ K.O.

WPIAL Semifinal Round Games (November 14)

Mark Cherpak Penn Hills vs Gateway AAAA

Keith Urich, Chuck Ruslavege, and Bill Finke Shady Side Academy vs Aliquippa AA

WPIAL Final Round Games (November 21)

Chuck Ruslavege, Field Judge, Clairton vs Monaca "A"

Mark Cherpak , Field Judge, Beaver Falls vs Aliquippa "AA"

ALOHA

CLICK to View Videos	2006 ALOHA CLINIC INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Aloha 2006 Official Clinic	This first video concentrates on the mechanics of the Back Judge and Field Judge then examines a number of plays at all positions on the field. An excellent first video for everyone regardless of position and especially good as an orientation to the new season.
Aloha 2006 Official Clinic: the Kicking Game	This second video reviews free kicks and scrimmage kicks from the perspective of all field positions. The mechanics they demonstrate and the advice they offer will be of benefit to every official.
Aloha 2006 Official Clinic: Various Mechanics	This third video examines three important skills that affects every official on the field. The video begins with a look at catch-no catch examples. Next, it covers down by contact (excellent for the wing officials). And, finally, it discusses both 5 and 7-man mechanics.
Aloha 2006 Official Clinic: Holding and Block in the Back	This fourth video concentrates on the mechanics of blocking and what to look for from an official's perspective. From this discussion, the video moves to blocks in the back and how to position yourself to avoiding mistaking side blocks with a real BIB.
Aloha 2006 Official Clinic: Offensive and Defensive Pass Interference	This fifth video illustrates many of the common offensive and defensive pass interference scenarios and again discusses how to position yourself for the best chance of calling this common (and often game-impacting) penalty correctly.
	PREVIOUS INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Lightning Facts	A short presentation on the Keys to Making Safe Calls when confronted with Lightning on the field.
2006 NFHS Football Rules Changes (Abridged)	A concise review of the key rules changes for this upcoming football season from Charles "Buss" Carr, the PIAA Statewide Football Rules Interpreter.
2006 NFHS Football Rules Changes (Expanded)	A comprehensive, detailed, illustrative presentation of the NFHS rules changes for 2006. If you have more time, this presentation offers a complete view of the new rules.
Goal Lines and End Zone Calls	Specific review of individual responsibilities during these important play situations. Presentation provided by Charles "Buss" Carr, the PIAA Statewide Football Rules Interpreter.
PIAA Football Concerns	A series of slides that depict the major areas of concern that have surfaced from the last few seasons of PIAA football. An excellent presentation that includes proper uniform wear, the "sportsmanship" message, disqualifications, signals, and more.