When working with a referee you're not familiar with, communication and consistency are key—especially when making stalling calls. Here are some tips to ensure smooth teamwork and fair officiating:

1. Pre-Match Discussion
Before the match, take a few minutes to align on:

Stalling philosophy – How strict or lenient do you both interpret stalling?
Signals & eye contact – Agree on clear signals for when stalling should be called.
Roles & responsibilities – Who initiates the call in certain situations (top/bottom/neutral positions)?
2. Stay Connected During the Match
Make eye contact frequently to stay on the same page.
If one of you sees stalling but the other doesn’t, don’t hesitate to have a quick discussion.
Support each other’s calls—avoid contradicting each other in front of coaches or wrestlers.
3. Be Consistent
Call stalling the same way throughout the match.
If a situation was stalling in the first period, it should still be stalling in the third.
Be mindful of the flow of the match—don’t wait too long to make a call when needed.
4. Post-Match Review
After the match, take a moment to discuss what went well and what could improve.
If you had disagreements, talk them through professionally so you can adjust for future matches.

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