The AYSO Area 1R Referee Staff is committed to supporting the development of our referees so that all players are provided with well-trained and experienced officials. Please contact Allen Merrill, Area Referee Administrator at [email protected] * Area 1R policy for an Intermediate Referee observation (Intermediate Referee candidates) * Area 1R policy for an Advanced Referee assessment (Advanced Referee candidates) * Support and review of your skills as a referee (any level)AYSO Section 1 National Referee Assessment and Certification Policy and ProceduresIn order to maintain consistency at the highest levels of officiating within Area 1R, the policies and procedures below define requirements for all Section 1 upgrades to the National Referee level as well as for upgrade to National Referee Assessor. Current policies as well as the current list of National Assessors in Section 1 may be found through the links below:Section 1 National Referee Assessment and Certification Policy and Procedure — Updated 31 July 2023Section_1_Policy_on_Electronic_Communications_During_Assessments