Referees

Upcoming Classes

There are no upcoming classes currently scheduled.

Referee Classes and Certification

Colonial Soccer Club members and players age 14 and above are encouraged to attend referee classes and obtain their USSF State Certification. To become a referee, you must:

1.  Pass all background clearances

2.  Attend an entry-level outdoor field session

3.  Complete online lessons and successfully pass the exam

If interested, you are encouraged to attend referee classes and obtain your Grade 8 USSF State Certification.  Classes are held at various times during the year and can be found on the following websites: EPYSA, EPSA, SRA, SYRA, ICSL.

The Club also sponsors Classes, which generally occur every other year.  Please return to the website for future times and locations.

Referee Reimbursement

The Club will reimburse any active member who attends, completes, and obtains their initial USSF State Referee Certificate. Members must submit the Referee Reimbursement Form with proof of payment and a copy of their certificate to the Treasurer, copying the Chief of Referees for approval. Annual renewal fees thereafter are the member's responsibility.

CSC Intramural Referees

Club members who become certified referees are eligible to referee Club intramural matches. The Chief of Referees will assign games throughout the intramural season.

Expectations of Referees

Referees must maintain good standing with their USSF State Referee Certificate and follow all rules and regulations of that governing body. This includes annual re-registration and completion of continuing education classes to stay current with rule changes. Referees must notify the Chief of Referees immediately if they lose their certification or become suspended.

Behavior/Sportsmanship

Referees serve at the discretion of the Soccer Club Board of Directors and should act as role models for the Club and its members.

Disciplinary Action

Club officers may review any issue concerning a referee at any time to determine whether they should remain in the position. Reviews may be based on—but are not limited to—feedback from parents, witnessed performance, league sanctions, USSF standards, or other conduct not aligned with the Club's mission and goals.

Dismissal Procedures

Upon notification of a possible referee issue, the Chief of Referees will notify the referee in question and document the discussion. The referee will have the opportunity to respond in writing to the Chief of Referees. If necessary, the Chief of Referees will convene a review committee of at least three Board members to collect information and make a recommendation to club officers. Club officers will then decide whether the referee shall continue through the remainder of the season or be removed immediately.