Offside is one of the most controversial rules in the game with much debate over decisions - mainly due to the fact that a player caught offside is often denied a clear goal scoring opportunity.

In many cases, only the assistant referee is in a position to see the offside offense and even spectators with a close but different angle of the play are not in a position to accurately judge.

It is therefore very important that all assistant referees (linesmen) are aware of the Offside rule and the correct technique for running the line (being level with the last player) in order to correctly rule on this matter.

But is it also important for players, coaches and parents to respect the decision of the linesmen, understand the rule and also volunteer to help run the line for your team if confident to officiate.

Click Here for a great video explaining offside.

Dunsborough Wolves  v Vasse Hawks

Round 3’s game vs the hawks was defensive battle, with the only two goals coming in the last two minutes of play. Prior to the game I set three team goals and gave each player a special job for the game. The team was asked to play their assigned positions, pass the ball and go for runs on throw ins. The team responded well to the challenge of playing without Matt & Luca.

Ollie lead the attack in the middle and centred the ball to Heberet, Lindsey & Charlie creating a number of scoring opportunities.  The coach noticed Ollie’s improved awareness on the field.

Jayden anchored the right defence; maintaining his position all game and keeping the ball clear of the front of the net.  It was great to see the confidence that Jayden displayed on the field.

Flynn was assigned the left defender and was asked to help out in attack when he could.  Flynn worked hard at both end of the grounds, hustled back to help out on defence and scored his first goal of the season.

Read more: Dunsborough Take The Challenge

Dunsborough Slayers V GMAS Cyclones

Despite a heavy downpour earlier in the day conditions were pretty much ideal when the Slayers kicked off against the Cyclones. The Slayers were tasked before play began to remember to maintain good spacing and play the ball deliberately.

In the first half Donaiya was in goals having arrived just in time from a ballet exam. Her instructions were to be positive and assertive any time the ball came near. As the half wore on it was clear she had listened well. Many times she went at the attacker, even leaving her area to clear the ball. What really inspired her team-mates was seeing her take the ball out of the area herself to gain some distance before laying balls off to team-mates in space in the mid-field.

Read more: Slayers show skills against quality GMAS outfit

Special Friday evening Round at Dunsborough - 18th May 2012

The Dunsborough (home) games in ALL FIFA divisions for Round 3 (scheduled for 19th May) will be played on Friday evening (18th May).

In addition there will be a "friendly" game between the two Dunsborough U11 teams.

Match schedule is as follows:

This is set up to be an exciting night of football. The players are all excited. Please come along & be part of the spectacle. Cheer your team on or just soak up the atmosphere.

Enjoy some tasty offerings from the canteen - details of what's on offer will be circulated.