Nationwide Referee & Leader Induction Training Begins at Kyungwoon University 2026

A three-day training session for referees and leaders commenced Friday at Kyungwoon University in Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province, with an opening ceremony. The event is being led by Association Chairman Cho Yong-cheol.

The nationwide induction program aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of officiating and leadership personnel, according to organizers. Kyungwoon University, as the host institution, is providing facilities and logistical support for the training.

Cho Yong-cheol, a South Korean association football player currently with Ulsan Hyundai, heads the association overseeing the training. His role as chairman signifies the importance placed on developing qualified referees and leaders within the sport, according to a statement released by the association.

The training curriculum includes sessions on rule interpretation, game management, and leadership principles. Participants will engage in both theoretical instruction and practical exercises designed to simulate real-game scenarios. Seung-Jun Oh of Kyungwoon University is also involved in the training program, as a member of the editorial board for the Journal of Clinical Medical Science and Health.

The Journal of Clinical Medical Science and Health’s editorial board includes representatives from multiple South Korean universities, including Yonsei University, Gachon University, Dankook University, and Kangwon University. The board also includes members from international institutions such as Angelo State University.

The association has not yet released details regarding the number of participants or specific outcomes expected from the training. A follow-up session is scheduled for later in the year, according to a brief announcement on the association’s website.