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Referee Information Interested in becoming a referee? To get started, review the information on the Minnesota State Referee Administration’s web site. Prospective referees must attend one of two “New Referee Clinics”. They have to be attended in order, but can be taken at any location. Returning referees must recertify, but only have to attend one of the “Recertifying Referee Clinics”. The current clinic schedule is available at the Minnesota State Referee Administration’s web site. 2008 Referee Clinics for New or Returning Referees The clinic dates for Eden Prairie have been set and are listed, with clinic types, below. If you cannot make one of the Eden Prairie dates, you may find another date that works by going to the state referee website (www.minnesotasrc.org) under "Clinics." To register for any of these clinics, sign up online at www.minnesotasrc.org. Class size is limited. Walk-ins will be seated on a space-available basis only. Do not wait until the last minute to register for a clinic. New
Referee Clinics in Eden Prairie
Grade 9
Course: February 10
or April 20 A 1-day (8-hour) course providing entry
into the US Soccer Referee Program. Participants who
successfully complete this class are able to be the center
referee for recreational (non-travel) games, the center referee
for developmental games (travel, U9 through U12), or be an
assistant referee in any youth game.
Cost: $20 USSF
registration fee
$5 Minnesota SRC administrative fee
$10 EPSC clinic fee (This
clinic is also for returning Grade 9 referees who intend to
remain at Grade 9.) Grade 8
Course: April 19 (part A) and 20 (part B)
A 2-day (16-hour) course providing entry into the US
Soccer Referee Program. You must take the course in order
(part A followed by part B); however, you may attend the two
parts in different locations. Participants who successfully complete this course can center
referee or assistant referee any game. Cost:
$25
USSF registration fee
$5 Minnesota SRC administrative fee
$10 EPSC clinic fee FAQ:
At what time will the clinic start? It depends
on the course. Please
check and confirm start times when you register. FAQ:
May I pay with one check? For the new clinics,
you should expect to write two checks, one to the MnSRC for the
registration and administration fees and one to the EPSC for the
room costs. You may
pay for multiple participants on each check. FAQ:
If I’m in 7th grade, how can I take the
Grade 8 or Grade 9 classes? The clinics are listed by
referee grade and are not indicative of your grade in school. Anyone of any age can be a Grade 9 (or Grade 8) Referee. FAQ:
Which clinic, Grade 8 or Grade 9, is right for me? The
Grade 9 is easier but the Grade 8 teaches you a great deal more.
If you are young (12 or so) and you only intend to work
for the Association, the Grade 9 is probably enough.
If you are older (14 or more) or if you want to be
assigned to be a center referee for the Club, the Grade 8 is
best. Still have
questions? Call Ken
at 942-5768. Register
Early! (Register
Now!) Returning
Referee Clinics in Eden Prairie By
now, you should have received a letter from the USSF about
online registration. This is an easy way to register and
pay your USSF fee for 2008. If you elect to use
this registration method, make sure you print the confirmation
page and have it available at the certification clinic you
attend. (You may also be able pay on the SRC website.) Bridge Course:
February 9 or April 19 This 1-day (9-hour) course is
designed for referees who hold a Grade 9 badge but who would
like to upgrade to a Grade 8 Referee. It is an intensive
course designed for certified referees with some experience. Cost:
$25
USSF registration fee
$5 Minnesota SRA administrative fee
$10 EPSC clinic fee (Grade
9 referees who intend to remain at Grade 9 should retake the
Grade 9 clinic.) Recertification
(three years
experience or less):
Feb 9 or April 19
A 1-day (7-hour) course for returning Grade 8 referees so
that they may complete the requirements for recertification.
These clinics are hosted and managed by the SRC.
Recertification ensures that referees are up-to-date on
the changes in the laws and provides an opportunity for
improving your knowledge of the game. Cost:
$25
USSF registration fee (payable to national organization)
$25 Minnesota SRC administrative fee Recertification
(more than three
years experience): Feb
10 or April 20 A
1-day (6-hour) course for returning Grade 8 referees with
experience so that they may complete the requirements for
recertification. These clinics are hosted and managed by
the SRC. Cost:
$25
USSF registration fee (payable to national organization)
$25 Minnesota SRC administrative fee FAQ:
At what time will the clinic start? It depends
on the course. Please
check and confirm start times when you register. FAQ:
Why must I attend a recertification clinic?
Referees are required to recertify every year so that they may
stay current. Attending a clinic also ensures that you get the current year
badge. FAQ:
Must I pay the USSF registration fee separately, on-line?
Yes, assuming you know your referee number.
When you pay on-line, please be sure to print out the
proof of payment and bring that printout to the clinic of your
choice. FAQ:
Why must I pay the other fees? The rooms,
instructors, materials, and the administration of the referee
program add costs. You
should be prepared to pay for these at the clinic you attend. Register Early!
(Register Now!) Please
go to the Minnesota SRC website (www.minnesotasrc.org)
to sign up for a clinic. Space is limited, especially in April. Walk-ins will be
seated on a space-available basis. Questions?
Call Ken Bomben at 952 942-5768. |