EPSA 2010 Referee Information

Interested in becoming a referee?

Formal referee training is in the Spring.  If you are interested in refereeing for the Fall Season, contact the referee director, Ken Bomben, at 952-942-5768. 

To get started, review the information on the Minnesota State Referee Administration web site. New referees must attend one of two “New Referee Clinics”.  They can be taken at any location but the 2-day Grade 8 courses must be taken in order. Returning referees must recertify, but only have to attend one of the “Re-certifying Referee Clinics”.  The only way to re-certify for 2010 is by registering online.  The current clinic schedule is available at the Minnesota State Referee Administration’s web site.  See below for the list of clinics in Eden Prairie.  Do not wait to register for these clinics.  Space is limited and they fill up fast.  

New Referee Clinics in Eden Prairie

WHAT WHEN WHERE COST
Grade 9 Course:    A 1-day (4-hour classroom and 2-hour field training) 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. Spring 2011 EPHS $40
Grade 8 Course:  A 2-day (11-hour classroom and 2-hour field training) course providing entry into the US Soccer Referee Program.  You must take the course in order (Day 1 followed by Day 2). However, it is possible to attend the two parts in different locations.  Participants who successfully complete this course can center referee or assistant referee any game.  Spring 2011 EPHS $40

 

Which clinic is right for me? 

The Grade 9 is easier but the Grade 8 teaches you much more.  If you are young (12 or less) and you only intend to work for the Eden Prairie Soccer Association, the Grade 9 is probably enough.  If you want to be assigned to be a center referee for the Eden Prairie Soccer Club or if you are older (14 or more), the Grade 8 is best.

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.

At what time will the clinic start? 

The Grade 9 clinic will start at 9:00 AM and end at 4:00 PM.  The Grade 8 clinics will start at 8:30 AM each day and the end time will depend on the field training schedule.  A one-hour lunch will be given.  Please check and confirm start times when you register.

How do I sign up? 

  • Click here to go to the New Referee Instruction Page on the USSF website.

  • Print this page! 

  • At the bottom, select “Click here to access the registration website.” to go to the USSF registration website. 

  • Select “NEW USER sign up” or CLICK HERE to go to the new user signup page..

  • When you complete the registration and select your clinic, you will be asked to pay the clinic fee. 

  • Print out the confirmation information and bring it to the clinic.

Still have questions?  Call Ken Bomben (EPSA Referee Director) at 942-5768.

 

Recertification Referee Clinics in Eden Prairie

 To recertify, you must attend one of the courses listed below (NOTE: You can take one of these clinics at another location.) and pass the online test.  Instructions for registering are below.  The online test is taken through the USSF website.

 

CLINIC WHEN COST
Recertification (< 3 years experience):  A 1-day (5-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. Spring 2011

  • $40 USSF registration fee

  • $20 Minnesota SRC administrative fee

  • $60 TOTAL

Recertification (3+ years experience):    A 1-day (5-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. Spring 2011

  • $40 USSF registration fee

  • $20 Minnesota SRC administrative fee

  • $60 TOTAL

Bridge Course:  This 1-day (4-hour classroom and 2-hour field training) course is meant 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.  Grade 9 referees who intend to remain at Grade 9 should retake the Grade 9 clinic.  This clinic satisfies the recertification requirement. Spring 2011

  • $40 USSF registration fee

  • $20 Minnesota SRA administrative fee

  • $60 TOTAL

Register and Pay for the clinic through the USSF website.

  • You can get to this website through the www.minnesotasrc.org home page. 

  • Select “Click here for information about registering as a new or returning referee”. 

  • Pick “Returning Referees”.   

  • Pick your 2009 referee grade.  (A light blue badge is a Grade 9.  The black badge is a Grade 8.)  This directs you to the USSF webpage. 

  • Enter your ID and password.  Click here if you forgot your ID.

  • Double check all information on file with the USSF – especially your email address. 

  • Select your clinic, enter your credit card information and print out your confirmation information and bring it with you to the clinic.+

  • Space is limited, especially in April.  Walk-ins may not be seated.

Pass the online test.

  • If you are a Grade 9, you will get the Grade 9 test again. 

  • If you are a Grade 8, you must pass the Grade 8 test. 

  • You must pass the test no later than the Wednesday before the clinic date. 

  • For those of you who needed a few attempts to get it right last year, start taking the test now.

Register Early!

Still have questions?  Call Ken Bomben at 952-942-5768.