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AYSO 1463: TEMECULA, MURRIETA, WILDOMAR, LAKE ELSINORE

Referee Portal

Referee Administrator - Mauro Guevara



If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Referee Administrator. 

Mauro Guevara 
 [email protected]

Referee Resources

ANNUAL REFEREE UPDATE 2021
Covers the latest rule updates for 2021/2022 via the National Referee Program

LAWS OF THE GAME 2021/22
Includes changes and updates to Glossary and Practical Guidelines
Update: 08/03/2021

CHANGES & CLARIFICATIONS 2022/2023
See section below called Laws of the Game Updates for 2022/2023

REFEREE LOTG SUMMARY SHEET 2022/2023
A quick overview of pre-game activities, restart information and more!

REFEREE REPORT 
If an incident occurs, whether it's an injury or misconduct related, a referee will need to fill out a Referee Report and turn this report to the Referee Administrator for review.  

REFEREE CERTIFICATION DOCS
REFEREE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 
REFEREE CERTIFICATION MATRIX

OTHER RESOURCES
OFFSIDE RELATED
FIELD EXERCISES 
LESSION PLAN 
OVERVIEW PRESENTATION 

Youth Referee Program

This link takes you the YOUTH REFEREE PROGRAM page. It provides information on how your child can get involved! 

YOUTH REFEREE PROGRAM

Role of the Referee

Referee Portal
Keeping The Game Safe, Fair And Fun

Why should you become an AYSO Referee?  We need you.  We can't have games without referees. More importantly, it's rewarding and working with kids is great fun! The referee's job is to be the official in charge of the game. The ref is the independent arbiter and manager of the game. Their authority extends to everyone at the field, including players, substitutes, team officials, spectators, and even assistant referees.
 
The referee's No. 1 concern is to keep the game as safe as possible for the players. While there is risk in all sports, the referee is responsible for minimizing such risks from field conditions, equipment, spectators, and the players.
 
The referee is responsible for enforcing the Laws of the Game in such a way as to keep the game safe, fair and fun for everyone: the players, the coaches, the spectators and themselves. The referee interferes with the game as little as possible, avoiding making calls for doubtful and trifling offenses. Referees only make calls for offenses they are sure occurred.

We want our kids to continue to play, and they keep playing as long as it is fun. Referees learn that fun soccer varies from age group to age group of players.

Referee Assignments / Schedules

REFEREE ASSIGNMENTS / SCHEDULE
Referee Scheduler: 
Jim Simpson -- [email protected]

Here are some logistics on how the schedule will be shared for you to volunteer. 

Each week on Sunday, we will open the spreadsheet for the following week's games for volunteering.  I will send out an email with a link to the schedule to let you know that this has been completed. 

Please follow all guidelines listed in the bullet points below as you sign up for games. 

I will monitor the sheet throughout the week to ensure fairness so everyone has an opportunity to get their volunteer points for their teams, and on Wednesday night, I will send another email reminder that we have moved to the open phase of signups. 

Depending on coverage, I may send out additional emails asking for help on Friday for any urgent needs as we approach the weekend.  I will try to keep the emails shorter each week than this first one that is more informational, but I will include the bullet points for you to follow each week. 

Thank you in advance for your patience and for all of your help as volunteers.

REFEREE SCHEDULE LINK


REFEREE SCHEDULING GUIDELINES 
Please adhere to the following guidelines from Sunday through Wednesday night: 

  • Volunteer Points Related: Center Referee will earn 2 points per game. Assistant Referee will earn 1 volunteer point per game.
  • 16U/19U Divisions Only: Only an Intermediate Referee or Above can serve as the center Referee 
  • 16U/19U Divisions Only: To act as an Assistant Referee, you must have two seasons of Refereeing experience.
  • Please try whenever possible to work with the Head Coach of your team(s) to sign up for games as a Ref Crew of 3 (Center + 2 AR), please avoid signing up for a single slot as this makes it more difficult for a team Ref Crew to sign up for a match
  •  Until Thursday, please only sign up for 1 game to allow volunteers from other teams the chance to sign up and earn volunteer points (exception to this rule is if you have two children on different teams and you are part of 2 different Ref Crews)
  •  Remember that you cannot referee games in the same division as your child's team (ie. your child plays on a 12U Boys team, you cannot referee another 12U Boys match).  Any exception to this rule must be approved by Ref Admin and RC for emergency coverage.
  • Starting Thursday morning, the sheet will become "open sign up" and you may sign up as an individual or as a full Ref Crew for any open slots
  • After Friday at 4:00 pm, PLEASE DO NOT go to the sheet and remove yourself from a match you have volunteered for.  In instances of late conflicts, illnesses, etc., please work to find your own coverage if possible AND email the three email addresses below so that we can make sure all the matches are covered.

Laws of the Game Updates for 2022/2023

2022/2023 UPDATES TO THE LAWS OF THE GAME
This year, the six changes are minor, and only two have any impact on AYSO games.


Hit this image to watch a short video updates to the Laws of the Game 2022/2023

Law 8 now states, “the referee tosses a coin”, a coin toss is conducted at the start of a match, and for extra time (if needed). The referee has always been responsible for the coin toss and now it explicitly states this. 

Law 14 now requires the defending goalkeeper, to have at least part of one foot touching in line with, or, behind the goal line at the taking of a penalty kick, or when the ball is kicked from the penalty mark. The IFAB believes there is no unfair benefit gained, with a foot positioned behind the goal line so it should not be punished.

The next three could apply to our program, but the events will be rare.

Law 10 added that a player, substitute, substituted player or team official (coach) may be cautioned or sent off during kicks from the penalty mark. 

Law 12 added, “If the referee stops play for an offense committed by a player, inside or outside the field of play, against an outside agent, play is restarted with a dropped ball unless an indirect free kick is awarded for leaving the field of play without the referee’s permission; the indirect free kick is taken from the point on the boundary line where the player left the field of play.” This is a finer point of the laws that we at the youth recreation level may never see.

Law 12 also added, “where a player denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by a handball offense, the player is sent off wherever the offense occurs except a goalkeeper within their penalty area.” Goalkeepers are allowed to use their hands to play the ball within their own penalty area, and this was added to avoid misinterpretation of the laws.


These law changes went into effect on July 1, so please be sure to review and apply them prior to your first match this fall.


SPRING 2023 - CLARIFICATION ON HAIR BEADS, CLIPS & ADORNMENTS

The AYSO National Board of Directors recently adopted a new clarification of the AYSO National Rules and Regulations regarding Hair Beads, Clips, and Adornments.  The following screenshots provide referees with guidance on the new clarification.  This clarification is effective immediately.

Referee Refresher Fall 2022

REFEREE REFRESHER FALL 2022 / SPRING 2023

Tap this image to view the presentation 


10U BUILD OUT LINE OVERVIEW
A brief vide providing everyone with an overview of the 10U Build-out line.
 

Hit this image to watch a short video regarding the Build-out Line (BOL)


Hit this image above for a PDF version of this document

Referee Mentorship & Development



The Referee Mentorship and Development Program is charged with creating an environment and process where referees are assisted in developing their knowledge and skills to contribute to a safe, fair, and enjoyable soccer experience for our many teams and our special fans.

For more information on the program tap the banner above. 

Select Program Referee Guidelines

SPRING SELECT GUIDELINES FOR REFEREES
Click the images below to view and/or print a PDF copy. 




Referee Related Certifications

Referee Certifications & Training 
Please tap the image below to head to the Volunteer Portal page for instructions on how to enroll and complete all needed Referee trainings and certifications. 


Regional Referee Course Information

REGIONAL REFEREE COURSE PRESENTATION DECK 
This information was provided to all Regional Referees during their training course. It's being provided here as a reference guide to circle back to as reference if needed. 
 

Click the image above to view the PDF Presentation

8U DIVISION REFEREE UPDATES



AYSO 1463 will be enlisting the help of Referees for the 8U Division. 
For more information on the program tap the banner above. 

LAW 11 - OFFSIDE - UNDER 2 MINUTES

2 MINUTE OFFSIDE OVERVIEW
A brief video providing everyone with an overview of Law 11 - Offside. 


Hit this image to watch a short video regarding Law 11: Offside 

Referee Training Videos

REFEREE SIGNALS 
US Soccer-produced video on referee signal technique

Hit the image above to view the video on Youtube

ASSISTANT REFEREE SIGNALS
US Soccer-produced video on assistant referee signal technique


Hit the image above to view the video on Youtube

Content

REFEREE - HOW TO FILL OUT/USE GAME CARDS
Carlos Torres, our Volunteer Coordinator, provides our Referees with a rundown on how to properly fill out the Referee portions of our Game Cards.


Hit the image above to view the video on Youtube

GAME CARD - PRINT 1 CARD BLACK (PDF)
Fill out information manually with pen. Fold in half when printed.

GAME CARD - PRINT FILLABLE 1 CARD (EXCEL) 
Fill out information on computer/save it and print it weekly. Fold in half when printed.

GAME CARD - PRINT FILLABLE 2 CARDS (EXCEL)

Fill out information on computer on one side/save it and print weekly. 
Print Page 1 - 1st, then put the same sheet back into the printer and print page 2. Once printed on both sides, cut in half - now you have 2 cards.

Referee Expo April 2021

COURSE 506 - 14U and Over Fouls & Misconduct
A great presentation showcasing various fouls and misconduct scenarios along with conversations from attendees on what the correct calls are and the reasons why.  


Hit the image above to view the video seminar


COURSE 517 - Offside Review
A seminar discussing the topic of Offside with various video examples provided to help visualize the concept. 


Hit the image above to view the video seminar

Referee Guidelines

High-Level Guidelines for All Referees

Know the accepted mechanics, signals, and procedures for Referees and Assistant
Youtube is your friend. Here is a video on Referee signals from the Ken Aston Referee Society. 

Referee Signals

* Arrive to the field at Least 20 minutes prior to kick off

* Be professional and approachable yet confident and firm

* Be properly attired with only AYSO approved Referee uniform with socks pulled up & a wristwatch with chronograph capability (timer)

* Take charge but do not dictate

* Always start the game on time


The Referee and ARs should work as a team and never disagree publicly. This one's important for newer Referees. If you're an AR in the match and you'll feel strongly on a call, please do not disagree with the Center Referee at the time of the call. The Center Referee makes the final call at the end of day. Concerns can be brought up as a team during quarter breaks or at the end of a game. 

/// Use sunscreen & maintain hydration before, during half, and after the game

/// Inspect the Field – Goals must be anchored or the game cannot be played

/// Check in the players 10 minutes prior to kick off

/// Introduce yourself to the coaches, be respectful, courteous, and professional

/// Referee should have a pre-game conference with his Assistant Referees

/// Referees (Center) should help mentor new ARS.  Remember that you were a rookie at some point too!

/// Referees should be running, ARs should be running

/// Be decisive and control the game.  Even in 6U/8U.  Tell the players when their behavior is unacceptable.

Coaches should be positive, instructional, and encouraging ONLY.  Be proactive with coaches and let them know that Public, Persistent, Provocative, or Personal actions or words towards any officials will not be tolerated. Ask them to stop. Tell them to stop.

Head Coaches can be cautioned with a Yellow Card. If the Head Coach receives a two cautions or a send-off (Red Card), the Coach will be ejected from the game. In this scenario, the Assistant coach takes over (unless he or she is the one ejected). Contact the RRA for help with a report.

Ask the coach to control problem spectators/parents.  If he or she is unable or unwilling to control parents that are crossing the line, cautions or a send-off will be the end result. Contact the RRA to file a report

Learn from experienced Referees.  Mentoring and peer review is part of soccer officiating.  

Referee Report 
If an incident occurs, whether it's an injury or misconduct related, a referee will need to fill out a Referee Report and turn this report to the Referee Administrator for review. 

Referee Report Document

Requirements for All Volunteers

Volunteer Application
Every volunteer (coach, referee, board member, team parent, etc.) must submit a Volunteer Application each year through our Sports Connect portal.  The application is delivered to AYSO National Headquarters for an annual background check, which screens for volunteers’ suitability to work with our participants.  These background checks will be performed by a contracted 3rd party vendor, Sterling. Once the results of the background check are received by National and by Region 1463, the volunteer will be evaluated for the volunteer positions selected.  

Training Requirements
In addition to the annual Volunteer Application and Background Check, there are certain training requirements that must be completed by all volunteers. 

1) Safe Haven 
All volunteers must complete the AYSO Safe Haven course before they are allowed to participate in any region activities.  This course can be completed online through AYSO's learning platform, AYSOU, under the "Online Courses" tab. All volunteers are required to complete this prior to receiving team contact information and prior to holding team practice, so please complete the course at your earliest convenience.

2) CDC Concussion Awareness
The Concussion Awareness training can be completed online through the AYSOU platform.  Once you have successfully completed the course, your certification record will be updated.

3) Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) 
The Sudden Cardiac Arrest training can be completed online through the AYSOU platform. Once you have successfully completed the course, your certification record will be updated. 

To access the online courses, please follow the below steps:

  1. Login to your Sports Connect account from the Region 1463 home page by clicking the Login button
  2. Click the Home tab (left)
  3. Click the AYSOU tab and click Login (no password should be required)
  4. Click Online Courses and choose your desired courses.
If you have any questions on this process, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Carlos Torres at [email protected]

AYSO Referee Certification Levels

Here is a brief description of the requirements for each Referee Certification Level. Contact our Referee Administrator (RRA) for more details:

8U Official
(minimum age 10)
Complete the 8U Official Course and pass the 8U Official Exam.

Regional Referee
(minimum age 12)
Complete the Regional Referee Course and pass the Regional Referee Exam.

Intermediate Referee
(minimum age 14)
Complete 25 games as referee with at least five in 12U games, complete the Intermediate Referee Course, pass the Intermediate Referee Exam and be (observed) mentored in a 12U game.

Advanced Referee
(minimum age 16)
Complete 50 games as referee with at least 10 in 14U and five as an assistant referee (in 14U), complete the Advanced Referee Course, pass the Advanced Referee Exam, pass one assessment as referee and one as assistant referee in a 14U match. Pass the AYSO Physical Fitness Test.

National Referee
(minimum age 18)
Complete 100 games as referee with at least 30 in 16U and 19U games and 25 as Assistant Referee with at least 10 in 19U, complete the National Referee Course, pass the National Referee Exam, pass two assessments as referee in 16U or 19U matches and one as assistant referee in a 19U match, complete the AYSO Physical Fitness Test.

Referee Instructor Related

(WEBINAR) E-TRAINU TRAINING - FOR REFEREE INSTRUCTORS
A great presentation for Referee Instructors showcasing how to use the new E-trainU system. Click the image below to get started. 

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Email Us: [email protected]
Phone : 951-290-2721
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