Grants Pass

GPYSC Referee Training and Licensing

Referee Training and Licensing Classes are held locally in Grants Pass when there is enough interest. Classes are offered in the Portland Metro Area throughout the year. Click here to find classes offered statewide. Registration may be required in advance.

Referee Training consists of classroom sessions and field training sessions. In some classes these are combined and in some they are at separate times and/or locations. Attendance at every session is mandatory to pass the class.

*Spring 2010 Entry Level Referee Training Course in Grants Pass*
*Entry-Level Grade 8 Training Consists of Five* *Classroom Sessions & One Field Session*
*All* Course Sessions Must be Attended to Complete the Course Successfully and Become a Referee
All Classroom Sessions are at North Middle School Library
Day One Day Two Day Three Day Four Day Five	Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Tuesday	03-09-10 03-10-10 03-11-10 03-12-10 03-16-10	5:30 AM to 9:00 PM 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Field Session is at Parkside Elementary School West Field
Day Six	Saturday	03-13-10	2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Cost: $40.00 for Class Fee $40.00 for USSF Registration
For More Information about becoming a Referee or about the Referee Course Registration contact Doug Marchington @ 479-6510

Referee Resources

Laws of the Game

US Soccer Referee Resources

OYSA Referee Resources

Ask a Referee Any Question About the Laws of the Game

Where do Referees obtain Uniforms and Equipment

Referees can make the game of soccer better for the players by following these few principles:

1.       Know the Law and the rules.
2.       Be professional; i.e. on time, in proper uniform, prepared, fit, etc.
3.       Study the game and the spirit of soccer.
4.       Attend meetings, clinics, and seminars.
5.       Show respect to players, coaches, parents and spectators.
6.       Explain rules, when needed.
7.       Help less experienced referees.
8.       Play the game to better understand it.
9.       Seek evaluation from coaches/players.
10.   Be assessed regularly.
11.   Smile and enjoy the game.
12.   Be firm, fair and honest.
13.   Be consistent.
14.   Accept only the number and level of assignments that can be done well.
15.   Be neutral.
16.   Know and use proper procedures.
17.   Always remain calm.
18.   Take each game seriously.
19.   Implement good management techniques
20.   Show courage and confidence; avoid arrogance.

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