Are there any aspiring soccer referees out there? If so, you'll definitely want to register for the upcoming new referee clinic to be held August 25 and 26 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital. The requirements are pretty basic:
- Be 13 or older by August 31
- Pay $48.00
- ...there is no 3rd requirement
I'm now a certified USSF Instructor and I'll be teaching the course. I don't know that I can guarantee that it'll be a laugh a minute -- yeah, some of the material is on the dry side -- but we do try to have a good time.
The payoff can be pretty substantial if you want it to be. Kids and college students often find reffing to be a great way to make money and stay in shape. Adults of all ages referee for all kinds of reasons, such as making some supplemental income, getting fit, learning about soccer, or just having a hobby. Or your goal might be advancement. My father started reffing while he was in his 40s and now he's the State Referee Administrator, the top referee position in Nebraska. I got my start at 16 and now I officiate everything from 9 year-olds to Division I college soccer to semi-pro matches.
Give it a think, and if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask me. I'd love to see you and/or your kids at the clinic.
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