Become a Referee

Details and Requirements to Referee

• You must be two years older than the age of the teams playing to center, you can do lines for players older than you
• No experience necessary
• Register and pay your USSF (US Soccer Federation) Fees
• Take the necessary hours of instruction through Cal South (Online modules and field instruction)

We are advising everyone to become a Grade 8 referee. Grade 8 permits you to referee both competitive and recreational matches and will give you more confidence on the field.

Below are the steps to gain certification.

1. Register on the Cal South – Link Here
2. Complete Level 8 Modules – Link Here
3. Find and Attend Field Clinic – Link Here
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Referee Assignments

• Recreational Games – Create a account on the rec referee website:
  sharksrecrefs.customersuccessmarketing.com
• Competitive Games – Visit www.sdsrarefs.com and contact Leanne Harris.