information for new referees

Check out this helpful US Soccer Federation video on Advice to New Referees: Being an Assistant Referee.

US Soccer Referee Pocket Guide

U.S. Soccer Federation
Information for New Referees
Document Summary:
  • Getting Game Assignments

  • Making a Good First Impression, Know the Laws:
    • Dress and Act Professionally
    • Take Charge
    • What You Need to Have
    • Getting to the Field

  • Pre-Game Responsibilities:
    • ​Inspect the Field:
    • Check in the Players
    • If You Are the Assistant
    • If You Are the Referee​
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  • Managing Difficult Situations:
    • Dealing with Problem Coaches
    • Dealing with Problem Players          
    • Dealing with Problem Parents

  • Getting Feedback from Peers

  • Recertification Requirements - Looking Ahead