Contact Mark Phaneuf at RefCoordinator@Clarkesoccer.org with any Referee questions/concerns or to volunteer your time for our Referee Stations.  Printable Ref schedule under "Schedules" Tab.

All Referees will benefit from the Links at the bottom of this page.  Take a look!

New Referee Clinic

Check www.vadcsoccerref.com for clinics (pre-registration required on that site).  Cost is $65. Any questions should be addressed to Denis Doherty at denisjdoherty@comcast.net

New Referee Clinic on Fri. August 13th 6-9pm, Sat Aug.14th, 9am-5pm, Sun Aug 15th 11am -3pm  at the Winchester Medical Center, Mall Level Conference Room 1

Recertification Clinics

Check www.vadcsoccerref.com for clinics (pre-registration required on that site).  Cost is $65. Any questions should be addressed to Denis Doherty at denisjdoherty@comcast.net

Referee Recert Class on sat August 7th, 9am to 1pm at Winchester Medical Center, 1840 Amherst St. Mall Level Conference Room #1

Note:  There are some issues with USSF registration at least for the recert class.  Anyone planning to attend needs to contact Denis and let him know they are coming.  He will have hard copies of USSF registration forms at the class and you'll need check made out to State Referee Program.

 

Referee Schedule

    U8 U10 U10 U12 U19 U14+
    East West Middle Middle REC/ODSL SFL SFL/ODSL
      Field 5 Field 6 Field 4 Field 10 Field 3 Field 1 Field 2

Fall Season games begin on 9/11/10

Referee Expectations

Our Referees are professionals and act accordingly.

  1. Be at the field 30 minutes prior to kickoff.

  2. Have the proper uniform: black shoes, black socks with 3 stripes, black shorts & approved shirt with current badge.  Shirt should be tucked in and socks pulled up.

  3. Have the proper equipment: whistle, watch, flags, coin, cards & scoring book.

  4. Our senior referees will be observing performance as part of our Mentor Program.  Take any feedback in the positive & constructive manner it is meant.  Be willing to learn & improve.

  5. Show up for your commitments.  If you must miss a game, be sure that your sub will fulfill your commitment.

Referee Registration

Register below as a Clarke County Referee and let us know your availability!

Referee for Clarke

2010 Payscale

U8 U10  U10   U12  U12   U14  U14   U16  U16   U19  U19  
Center Center A/R Center A/R Center A/R Center A/R Center A/R
$21 $24 $13 $29 $18 $33 $21 $39 $23 $45 $25

Additionally, certification costs of $65 will be reimbursed after 6 games have been refereed for CCYSA (increased from $50 for Spring 2009).

Referee Articles/Links

* SFL Frequently Asked Ref Questions - Mark Reviewed highlights at Kickoff Meeting

* 2008 ODSL Laws of the Game - Take a look before refereeing an ODSL game

* The Metro DC-Virginia State Referee Program Site is a great place to stay current with Referee issues, interpretations, and even join other referees for a DC United Game.

* US Soccer has a great referee section on their site, including the "Official Take" Referee Blog

* FAQ for new referees (Really great list!)

* What's Happening with Offsides?

* View our "Forms" page for FIFA Laws and US Youth Soccer Rules for small-sided play