A boxing referee counting a boxer

The referee in the boxing is the individual charged with enforcing the rules of that sport during a match.

[edit] The role of the referee

Referees have the following roles:

• Gives instructions to both boxers before the fight
• Determines when to start or stop a count when a fighter is down
• Determines when a foul is so egregious that a warning should be given or points taken away
• Signal when the round is over
• Determines when one fighter's health will be endangered by more blows and thus, stops the fight.

In the past, referees were involved in judging the fight. However, that role has been progressively replaced by a panel of judges, except for domestic fights in some countries.

[edit] Attire

Normally; a starched white shirt, black khaki-like slacks, black shined leather shoes and a bow tie.

[edit] Criticisms

The main critique involves the subjective nature of boxing refereeing; there are guidelines for referees, but enforcement of the rules still involves judgement.

[edit] Notable referees

• Steve Smoger
• Joe Cortez
• Daniel Van de Wiele referee judge
• Ruby Goldstein
• Mills Lane
• Arthur Mercante
• Jay Nady
• Randy Neumann
• Richard Steele
• Mickey Vann
• Tony Weeks

[edit] External links

• How to Become an Official - Boxing - guidance for the United States