ASSESSMENT OF THE CURRENT STATE OF REFEREEING COMPETENCE AMONG VOLLEYBALL STUDENTS OF THE SPORTS TRAINING FACULTY, DA NANG UNIVERSITY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the refereeing competence of 50 volleyball students from the Faculty of Sports Training, Da Nang University of Physical Education and Sports. Research methods used included: document analysis and synthesis, interviews, pedagogical testing, and statistical mathematics. The results showed that the students' refereeing competence was at a fairly good level. Knowledge of volleyball rules reached 76.26%, match management skills reached 72.45%, and the ability to handle refereeing situations reached 66.48%, which was the weakest area. Major factors affecting refereeing competence included: opportunities to participate in officiating actual tournaments, knowledge of rules and refereeing techniques, practical experience, and instructor guidance. In addition, students faced difficulties due to a lack of practical opportunities, limited experience in handling situations, and infrequent updating of new competition rules. The research results show that it is necessary to enhance practical activities and professional experience to improve the refereeing competence of volleyball students.