One of two assistants to the center referee. Their duties include: Calling the ball out of play, determining the team that is awarded a corner kick, goal kick or throw-in, calling offside, notifying the referee of a pending situation, monitoring for misconduct and a ny duty that the referee deems necessary. Formerly called "linesman". Law 6
is assigned for speed events (Super-G and Downhill), and is used as a training position in technical events (Slalom and Giant Slalom). Has all of the same rights, duties, and authority as the Referee.