What is a Grade 9 soccer referee?

Grade 9 – Referee The purpose of the Grade 9 Referee Course is to prepare officials for the small sided and recreational youth game. Based on the level of training provided, U.S. Soccer recommends that these officials be assigned accordingly to best service the game.

Can a 13 year old be a soccer referee?

To register for an Entry Level referee course, a student needs to be 14 years or older, on or before May 15th of the current year. To register for an Mini referee course, a student needs to be 12 years or older, on or before May 15th of the current year.

What is a Level 7 referee?

If the referees are aged under 16, they become level 8 referees; if they are 16 or over, they automatically become level 7 referees. After completing promotion criteria as a level 7 referee, they may move up to level 6. Level 8, 7 and 6 referees are qualified to officiate only games in local league matches.

Is being a soccer referee hard?

Being a soccer referee is one of the most valuable job experiences I’ve ever had, even if it’s one of the hardest. The reason might be surprising – refereeing is terrifying. The first time I stepped out on the field, I was 14 and I wanted to run away: far, far away from the players and especially the adults.

What is a Grade 8 referee?

Grade 8 Referees: Grade 8 is the entry level for new referees aged 14 and older. Once certified, these referees can expect to be working competitive or recreational games in Youth or Adult Leagues and Tournaments depending on the age of the referee.

How much do 15 year old refs get paid?

Youth leagues pay between $25 to $50. High school pays around $50 to $100. College games typically pay over $200 per game.

Can you referee at 16?

Yes! If you are 16 years old or older you must have a valid and in date DBS.

How old can a referee be?

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Age. A referee must be at least 25 years old on 1 January to be eligible for International Referee listing nomination on that calendar year. An assistant referee is eligible at the age of 23 years. In 2016 maximum age limits for the list (45, or 38 for first-time listees) was dropped.

How do you become a teen referee?

The minimum age to start as a Youth sports referee is at least 16 years old. 1. The best way to become a youth referee is through approved boards which educate officials. You must be certified and every youth sports referee needs to attend and pass a referee’s course.

Can a 12 year old referee?

There is NO MINIMUM AGE for entry-level referees, and many refs start as young as 12-14 years old.

Do referees need to wear shin pads?

You don’t need to wear shin pads but it may be a good idea when reffing U6 and U8. Shoes: Regular soccer cleats or running shoes are fine. We recommend soccer shoes as the fields can be slippery when they are wet.

What do the referee grades mean in soccer?

All referees affiliated with FIFA have a designated referee grade. The grade indicates the qualification of the referee to officiate at various levels of local, national and international soccer competition.

How old do you have to be to be a soccer referee?

Grade 2 Referees: Assistant Referees to Grade 1 Referees are designated as Grade 2. Grade 3 and 4 Referees: In the United States, competition at the national level (including professional soccer and MLS) requires Grade 3 or 4.

Who are the referees in the World Cup?

Grade 1 Referees: Referees who officiate in the World Cup and international matches are designated as Grade 1. Grade 2 Referees: Assistant Referees to Grade 1 Referees are designated as Grade 2.

How are referee grades determined by the USSF?

The grade indicates the qualification of the referee to officiate at various levels of local, national and international soccer competition. There is a common misconception that these grades are related to elementary or secondary school grades – they’re not, they are assigned by USSF.