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Thomas Jefferson Soccer Club

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Become a Referee

Hello and welcome to the referee section of the website. 

TJSC is always looking for more referees. To become an in-house referee please email our clubs referee assignor at [email protected]. In-house referees must be at least 11 years old. To become a certified referee please reference our referee certification part of the website or email [email protected].

Why should I become a referee? 

Becoming a referee is an excellent part time job. Whether you are currently a player, a former player looking to stay involved with the game, someone with 0 soccer experience looking for a great paying part time job, or anyone in between. Becoming a referee is the job for you! So why not give it a try and become a referee!

What if I make a mistake?

At TJSC we strive to create a positive environment where are referees can feel comfortable, be challenged, and learn. At TJSC we will never be mad at you for a mistake. In fact we expect you to make mistakes. Every referee will make mistakes, but referees learn from their mistakes and become better. If you come and give a good effort with an open mind you will be a successful referee at TJSC. 

“Gentlemen, we will chase perfection, and we will chase it relentlessly, knowing all the while we can never attain it. But along the way, we shall catch excellence” (Vince Lombardi in his 1st meeting with the Green Bay Packers as head coach).

For any additional questions regarding the TJSC Referee program please email our referee assignor John Ridilla at [email protected]



Certifications

TJSC is always looking for more people interested in becoming a certified referee. Anyone 13 years or older is eligible to become certified. For new referees they will be required to take an online class and an on field session. In addition to that certified referees are required to have background checks. 

Certified referees are required to take a recertification course every year. The recertification course is all online. 

Please visit the following links for additional information 




If you have any questions or need any help please email the TJSC referee assignor at [email protected]



Dress Code

  • All clothes under referee uniform should be black, as well as shorts and pants.
  • We recommend referees purchase the 2 stripe referee socks- if you do not have referee socks, please wear black.
  • Referee shirts must be tucked in.
  • Referee shirt should be on top of undershirt/sweatshirts.
  • Certified referees are required to have a yellow and green referee shirt.
  • Referees should not wear jewelry.
  • Referees sleeves may not be rolled up



Getting Assigned

In House 
You will receive a Google form asking for availability every Friday. Please have this form filled out by Monday night. You will receive game assignments via email on Tuesday. Please respond to that email to confirm your game(s)


Travel 
Please open your availability on horizon by Monday night. On Tuesday game assignments will be released. Please accept the games as soon as possible. If you are certified and not in Horizon please email us at [email protected]


What if I don't know my availability by Monday, or am going to be unavailable the next week and want to be sure to get a game this week? 
Communicate with the assignor. Email at [email protected] and we will work with you. If there is any information you want the assignor to consider, please let us know before the availability due date. Our goal is to get you as many games as possible and we will do our absolute best to work around your schedule. Just let us know
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