Referee Movement & Positioning – Getting to the Right Place

Positioning is one of the biggest drivers of decision-making in rugby. If you’re in the right place, with the right picture, the game becomes clearer - and your decisions become easier.

In this video, Ben O’Keeffe breaks down the key principles of referee movement and positioning, helping you understand where to be, how to move between phases, and how to consistently create the best viewing angle.

This session covers:

  • Core positioning principles at tackle, ruck, and set piece

  • Movement between phases and anticipating play

  • Creating strong sight lines and avoiding interference

  • How positioning impacts accuracy and confidence

  • Practical frameworks to apply immediately in your next game

Designed to simplify movement and remove guesswork, this gives you a clear, repeatable approach to being in the right place at the right time.