Become a Referee

If you could see yourself helping or connecting with any of the following, we would love to have you as a referee:

  • Do you want to learn more about soccer?

  • Do you want to make a little extra money?

  • Are you at least 13 years of age?

  • Do you love soccer?

  • Do you want to serve the Stones River Futbol Club community?

  • Have you been certified before?

If you answered yes to any of the questions above or if you know of someone who could help then you should follow the steps to become a soccer referee!

If you have any questions, please contact our Director of Referees,
Rick Foster, at referees@stonesriverfc.org.

Why Should I Become A Referee?

From https://www.tnsoccer.org/why-to-become-a-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!

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, a better soccer parent, 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. 

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