Classes in Ladera Ranch for
New Referees and for the yearly refresher will be held on August 2nd & 9th. If you cannot attend on those dates
Click Here to download the Area 11-L Referee Training Schedule for this summer.
You must have a completed volunteer form on line,
this is required every year and You must do this to participate as a referee. Go to
www.eayso.org and fill out a volunteer form, it takes less than 5 minutes.
There is always more to learn. The faculty for these classes includes many of the top instructors in Southern California. Our instructors are all seasoned referees and dedicated volunteers just like you. The classes are fun, and are sure to make you a better referee. (All regions in Area 11-L will reimburse attendance fees, as will most AYSO regions in other areas).
If you are a senior referee, please encourage your colleagues to take these upgrade classes. It's a great way to build up our referee corps.
Click Here for Area 11-L Online Registration
Ladera Soccer / AYSO 1455 provides free training for ALL of our Referees & Assistan Referees. These classes are mandatory for all those volunteering to perform any Referee duties during the season.
You
MUST be a certified Referee to earn Referee points for your team.
AYSO has always encouraged good sportsmanship in its programs. In fact, "Good Sportsmanship" is one of the five philosophies listed in the AYSO National Bylaws. Ladera Soccer / AYSO 1455 believes strongly in good sportsmanship and fair play.
• Always remember that the game is for the players. Player safety and fair play come first.
• Study and learn the Laws of the Game and understand the "spirit" of the Laws. Help fellow referees do the same.
• Encourage and enforce the AYSO philosophies of "Everyone Plays,""Positive Coaching" and "Good Sportsmanship."
• Respect other referees' decisions, and do not publicly criticize another official.
Wear the proper uniform and keep it in good condition.
• Maintain good physical condition so you can keep up with the action.
• Stay calm when confronted with emotional reactions from players, coaches and parents.
• Honor accepted game assignments. In an emergency, find a replacement.
• Support good sportsmanship with a kind word to players, coaches and parents of both teams when deserved.
• Always be fair and impartial, avoiding conflicts of interest. Decisions based on personal bias are dishonest and unacceptable.