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US Soccer has implemented a ZERO TOLERANCE Policy. This went into effect March 1, 2025. RCSA will be strictly enforcing this policy in conjunction with the ZERO TOLERANCE Policy we have posted in RCSA Rules. (This is attached to this email). Our number one priority is the safety of our players. This is what our referees are here for. Please, respect them and if you have any questions/concerns please reach out through the proper channels. During a game, leave it to coaches to speak with the refs unless a ref initiates communication with you or you are pointing out an emergency. If you still have concerns post-game please speak with your coach about them and he/she will speak to the appropriate RCSA Board Member.
Thank you,
Royse City Soccer Association
How to Become a USSF Grassroots Referee
North Texas Soccer Association / Referee Certification
Requirement – you must be 13 or older.
There is two part process that must be completed to become a licensed USSF Grassroots Referee.
Sign up for a Grassroots online course. You will pay the fee when you sign up.
Part 1 - Sign up for the Grassroots Online Lessons.
There are 21 modules in the online portion. All 21 modules must be completed in full. The online lessons take approximately 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours to complete in full.
Part 2 – Select an in-person clinic to attend.
Once you complete the entire online lessons, you’ll be able to select an in person clinic to go to. You will see the words – ONLINE LESSONS COMPLETED highlighted in green to know that you can select the in-person clinic you wish to attend.
The in-person clinic is 3.5 hours. This is the field session done outdoors.
Lots of important information is given to all attendees – who you will work for, how to get games, where to get uniforms, etc.
You must complete both parts in order to become a referee.
To Register for a Grassroots Clinic:
Log into – OMS
Click – Find Clinic
Select – Entry Never been a USSF Referee before
Select – Grassroots Referee Online Lessons
Register/Pay
Start/finish the online lessons
Select the Grassroots In-person Training
Referees are responsible for staying informed of each association's local playing rules and regulations.