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NEW ELK GROVE SOCCER REFEREE

CURRENT ELK GROVE SOCCER REF

New Elk Grove Soccer Referee

WHY SHOULD I BECOME A REFEREE?

STEPS TO BECOMING A REFEREE

REFEREE COURSES

UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT

GETTING ASSIGNMENTS

GAME DAY

ASSIGNORS

US SOCCER ADVICE TO REFS

Do you love soccer?

Do you enjoy making new friends?

Do you like making extra money on your schedule?

Do you want to learn more about the sport you love?

You should become a soccer referee!

THE SPORT

The game needs referees. Referees are there to make sure it is fair, fun, and safe. You are doing a service to the community and to the players, coaches, and fans as well as learning more about the game you love!

CHALLENGE

Life is full of challenges and being a referee is a perfect way to learn how to meet them head-on and know that you can handle them. Soccer is an emotional game. Reffing can provide many life lessons and teach you about yourself too

EXERCISE

Refereeing a soccer game is good exercise. You can be outside and run around, enjoy exciting games, and make a few dollars while having fun!

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge is a great thing and must never stop learning. The more you know, the more you can do and see. With a complete knowledge of the Laws of the Game, you are better referee, a better player, a better coach, and a better fan.

FRIENDSHIP

Becoming a soccer official is a great way to meet friends that have similar interests. Working with different referees helps you understand how different people can come together and accomplish a common goal as well as what you can learn from each other.

MONEY

There are not too many things that a young person can do that pays as well as being a soccer referee. You can work a few hours and make pretty good money. As you improve and work higher level games, the money does too. Just remember that you are doing it for the game and not just the money. You will be a much better referee if you keep that in mind. If this sounds like something that you would be interested in, please contact Mark Lloret (Referee Director) Daryl Rosario (Assistant Referee Director)

Come join our referee family!

Per U.S. Soccer, new referees must be 13 years of age or older at the time they register. State Referee Committees have no discretion in changing this.

Go to www.cnra.net

Click on the link and when it opens look to the left and click on Referees

Click on NEW REFEREE

Click on How to become a Grassroots Referee

Follow the instructions of “BECOME A REFEREE.

Attend the field session

Next go to  www.gameofficials.net

Login as a New User

Join our group Number 1320 Access code egysl

Take your time and go through all of the steps.

If it asks area, we are in the NORTH

Once Logged in look to the left and click on the items to get familiar with them and answer info that maybe asked

Make sure you fill in the email/cell phone section so assignments can be reached by you.

Season begins end of August

If you need more information, please contact Mark Lloret (Referee Director) Daryl Rosario (Assistant Referee Director).

REFEREE COURSES 2023

Upcoming courses

NEW REFEREE COURSES

To sign up for course go to

August 6th, 2023    BARTHOLOMEW SPORTS PARK 5PM-8PM

https://learning.ussoccer.com/referee/courses/available/6/details/7544

August 21, 2023    BARTHOLOMEW SPORTS PARK   5PM TO 8PM

https://learning.ussoccer.com/referee/courses/available/6/details/7848

September 10, 2023   BARTHOLOMEW SPORTS PARK  

5PM TO 8PM

https://learning.ussoccer.com/referee/courses/available/6/details/8139

October 15. 2023     BARTHOLOMEW SPORTS PARK

5PM TO 8PM

https://learning.ussoccer.com/referee/courses/available/6/details/8140  

Now that you’re a referee, you need to look the part!

Equipment List

·  Referee jerseys (to start off with, you will definitely need gold. As you get more games, green will be the next color, followed by red, blue, and black. If you can get all colors at once, that is even better. Both long and short sleeves are needed).

·         Black shorts

·         Black socks with three stripes or two stripes

·         Black shoes (accent colors are acceptable but predominantly black)

·         Watch (one is required, two is suggested)

·         Flags

·         Whistle

·         Ref booklet with yellow/red cards, paper, pen/pencil

·         Coin

·         Black bag (to put all your gear in)

·         To simplify things, OSI offers a starter kit

·         Referee equipment list

Helpful Information

·         Official Sports is the official referee uniform supplier for US Soccer.

·         Although Official Sports is the preferred uniform supplier of US Soccer, uniforms purchased elsewhere are acceptable.

·         Be sure to have the new style referee uniforms, as the old style is no longer acceptable.

·         Pro jerseys have a zipper on the neck opening and Velcro closing the chest pockets. The economy jerseys are acceptable and are less expensive.

·        Referee Uniform Guidelines

One you have your equipment, you are ready to get games!

We use Game Officials as our assigning program for matches. After completing the referee course,  a new referee will join our group and create a profile – gameofficials.net 

Elk Grove Soccer Group code: 1320

Elk Grove Soccer Access code: EGYSL

Once you are assigned games, you must accept them and then you are committed to work.

Think of this as a job and treat it as such. Players are relying on you to show up and referee.

Please contact Mark Lloret or Daryl Rosario to see how someone can help you with your first game and/or help with game officials.

  1. Prepare the night before. Pack everything and have it ready to go so you won’t forget anything when you get to the field. Make a checklist of items to have in your bag
  2. Check out our mentoring page and consider having another referee there to help you on your first day. The earlier you contact us, the more likely we may be able to have someone out there to help you.
  3. Arrive at LEAST 30 minutes before your game. You may be replaced on your game if you are not on time.
  4. You may arrive dressed and ready to referee or wearing a black t-shirt so you can choose the best color based on the teams. When you are in uniform, you MUST:
    a.Tuck your shirt in
    b. Keep your socks pulled up
    c. Be respectful and professional
  5. If you are working a tournament, go to the referee headquarters first. If you are working a league game, you can go straight to the field.
  6. Introduce yourself to the other referees. If you are lost or don’t know where to go, ask a fellow referee.
  7. Start the pre-game process (checking in teams, coin toss, about 15 minutes before kickoff. If you are the referee, you are in charge of this. If you are an assistant, you still help with the process and learn how it’s done.
  8. Kickoff on time.
  9. Immediately meet your crew at halftime and after the game to discuss. Feel free to ask questions about the Laws of the Game and specific situations.
  10. Complete any required paperwork and turn it in to the proper authority.
  11. Complete any reports if there were injuries or cards (center referee only).
  12. When you get home, be sure to log your game in your game log.

GETTING STARTED

MAKING A GOOD IMPRESSION

BEING AN ASSISTANT REFEREE

BEING THE REFEREE

THE PRE-GAME CONFERENCE

REFEREE TRAINING

CURRENT ELK GROVE SOCCER REFEREE

REGISTRATION

RECERTIFICATION

REFEREE REPORTS

ASSIGNORS

INSTRUCTION

CODE OF ETHICS

REFRESHER COURSES

Per U.S. Soccer, new referees must be 13 years of age or older at the time they register. State Referee Committees have no discretion in changing this.

Please contact Mark Lloret (Referee Director) Daryl Rosario (Assistant Referee Director).

Please contact Mark Lloret (Referee Director) Daryl Rosario (Assistant Referee Director) and they will explain the certification process. 

At Elk Grove Soccer we send our reports via email attachments.

1) Referees should download the U.S.S.F. Referee Report. This is a write-able PDF, so there is no need to print and hand write the information in. Simply download the PDF, type in your game information, and save it to your computer.

2) Referees should download the U.S.S.F. Referee Report Codes to assist with report writing.

3) Email the completed report to Mark and any other appropriate contact for your league/tournament. Please include GAME NUMBER and some indication of what the game was (League, tournament, friendly, etc.) in the subject line of your email. If you do not have a game number, please include the teams playing and an indication of what the game was (tournament, friendly, etc.). See below for examples:

  • Elk Grove Soccer League Game 3410

  • Elk Grove Soccer Tournament Team 1 v Team 2

  • Friendly Team 1 v Team 2

  • Team 1 v Team 2 (at the very least)

4) Contact your assignor with any questions about your report.

Email: mklloret2@elkgrovesoccer.com

Phone: 916-752-2679

Email: drosario@elkgrovesoccer.com

Phone: 916-600-8166

Email: rguzman@elkgrovesoccer.com

Phone: 916-752-2679

Please contact the Elk Grove Soccer Referee Assignor Mark Lloret regarding Instruction, with any questions on referee courses or help with Elk Grove Soccer Referee Sign up system.

U.S. SOCCER REFEREE CODE OF ETHICS

All members of the Federation Referee Program are expected to:

I. Consider it a privilege to be part of the Federation Referee Program and use actions that will reflect credit upon that organization and its affiliates

II. Maintain the dignity of the position

III. Conduct themselves ethically and honorably

IV. Treat themselves and others respectfully and honestly

V. Perform duties knowledgeably and in accordance with the Laws of the Game

VI. Adhere to all policies and requirements of the United States Soccer Federation Referee Program

VII. Safeguard confidential registration and performance information

VIII. Give priority to all Federation affiliated assignments and programs

IX. Honor all Federation affiliated assignments and obligations

X. Not discriminate against or take advantage of any individual or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin

Upcoming Referee Refresher Courses

Please review our Elk Grove Soccer Refresher Course dates available for the coming season.

Additional Information

All Refresher Courses will be held at the Elk Grove Soccer Office, 9766 Waterman Road, Suite H, Elk Grove, CA 95624
Waiver and Release: In consideration of being permitted to participate in any way, including but not limited to trainings, try outs, practices, playing, coaching, or being transported to or from games or events related to or with Elk Grove Soccer I, for myself, my heirs, my estate, my executor, my personal representatives or assigns, and all members of my family, do hereby release, waive, discharge, and agree not to sue Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) and Elk Grove Soccer, its Board of Trustees, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers and will not hold them liability for any and all claims resulting in personal injury, accident or illness (including death), and property loss arising from, but not limited to, participation in any Elk Grove Soccer Activity.
SUPPLEMENTAL WAIVER/RELEASE FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES INCLUDING COVID-19 ASSUMPTION OF RISK / WAIVER OF LIABILITY / INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT.

In consideration of being allowed to participate in sports and athletic activities with Elk Grove Soccer, as well as all related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to MRSA, influenza, and COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist; and,

2. I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,

3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation as it pertains to protection against infectious diseases. If, however, I observe any unusual or significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such circumstance to the attention of the nearest official immediately; and,:

4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) and Elk Grove Soccer, their officers, officials, coaches and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (“RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL ILLNESS, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law; and,

I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT AND AM SIGNING IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.

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