During a Tournament, it is the players’ responsibility to monitor the progress of the game.  It is not the role of the referee to intervene unless asked by the players, except that the referee should, when it is observed:

     - correct improper clip placement
     - correct the misplacement of balls
     - make time announcements
     - forestall an unearned continuation shot after a striker runs a wrong wicket
     - correct the deadness board
     - forestall any out of turn play
     - forestall a striker mistakenly striking a ball in the other game

Once the referee has been asked to make a call, the call is final and may not be disputed unless it is a matter of interpretation of the rules, rather than the facts of the situation.

The primary role of the referee is to resolve disputes between players by interpreting the rules in the rulebook and by making rulings on matter of fact.  A referee must have extensive knowledge of the rules so that s/he can resolve a problem or dispute in a minimal amount of time. S/he must also know how to ascertain the facts of a situation, often working with the Board Keeper, as well as the players.

In addition, the referee is to observe and judge any questionable shot, when called upon by the striker or opponent.

For additional details on the Referee’s Role, refer to Section 13.2 of The Official Rules of the United States Croquet Association (USCA).

Referees

The Grand Haven Croquet Club is fortunate to have 6 certified USCA Referees.

     Carol Burns - Certified USCA Club Referee in 2008
     Rich Burns - Certified USCA Club Referee in 2008
     Cassandra Gaisor - Certified USCA Club Referee in 2001
     Charlie Greer - Certified USCA Club Referee in 2008
     Gabriella Tuscano - Certified USCA Club Referee in 2008
     Patricia Williams - Certified USCA Club Referee in 2005

Grand Haven Croquet Club Referees