At A Glance

* The Spring 2020 Referee Classes have been announced.  Referees are asked to attend 1 of the 2 sessions listed below.  PRE-Registration is Required.  Space is limited so sign up early.

     Session 1:  Sunday, March 15th     SIGN UP HERE (Google Form)

     Session 2:  Sunday, March 22nd    SIGN UP HERE (Google Form)

If you have any questions leading up to the training classes, please email Michelle Davies.

Whether new or returning to the OYAA Rec Soccer Referee program, attendance at one of the meetings is required.  Sign-in will open 30 minutes prior to the start time so plan to be early. USSF-licensed referees or returning OYAA referees WITH AT LEAST 4 SEASONS OF CONTINUOUS EXPERIENCE will need to stay for the first hour of the meeting. Attendees should bring a notepad and pen or pencil. There will be a short test at the end of class to review material and assess game knowledge

Soccer Referee Program

Welcome to the Soccer Referee page where information for both new and experienced referees will be provided.  The program teaches new referees of all ages the ins and outs of officiating the game while earning some spending money.   In addition to posting training meeting information for OYAA Soccer Referee program, area USSF licensing training class announcements will be posted for those looking to advance their skills.

Additionally check this site for instructional links and videos on topics such as rules clarifications, inclement weather determinations, handling poor coach or parent behavior, player injury stoppages, etc...  Check the site occasionally to be sure not to miss a thing!

Required Referee Shirt

All new or returning refs who need a new shirt should bring $12 check made payable to OYAA to purchase the required referee shirt. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED ON SHIRT SIZES. If you are a USSF grade 8 referee you can wear your ref shirt and you do not need a ref t-shirt unless you want to order one.