Become a Referee

CYSA wil reimburse anyone who completes the registration process for the class fees and uniform gear.

Requirements:

  • *Minimum of 14 years old at time of registration (You can register 1 month prior)

  • *Initial certification and annual recertification with Mass Youth Soccer including game rules, player safety, and referee guidance

  • *Social Security Number or Taxpayer Identification Number required for payment

  • *Referee equipment kit: Referee jerseys in multiple colors, referee flags  <<  Reimbursement available

  • *A good attitude about youth development, fair play, and creating a healthy atmosphere

  • *Ability to constructively handle unfortunate and infrequent confrontation from fans, coaches, and players

  • *Be prepared to ref for Charlestown and Middlesex Youth Soccer games:  

    • Grade 3-8 on Saturdays - Fall and Spring (Beginning refs start with Grade 3/4 Games and move up with comfort)

    • Grade 9-12+ on Sundays - Spring Only (Seasoned refs only)

CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED

Once you complete the above, connect with our referee assignor to start getting games.  You must create a login on StackOfficials and set your availability.

John Sanders Jr
76 Cedar Street
Somerville, MA 2143
Phone: 508-510-9939
Email: jsanders025@comcast.net


Stack Officials now has mobile app making it easier than ever to manage assignments and stay connected from your phone.

»Accept or decline game assignments on the go
»Call or text your assignor
»Update your availability with ease
»Submit score reports

Download on iOS | Download on Android

Some Helpful Links

How to Register for US Soccer Learning Modules

How to Set Availability and Accept/Decline Games in StackOfficals


Notes on weekly process

1-John Sanders will assign games - Sun/Mon

2-Accept/Decline games in Stack Officials

3-John Sanders will send an email on Wednesday for open games - email him directly if you would like ref one of them

4-After your game, enter the score in Stack Officials

5-Be sure to enter your banking information in Stack Officials so you can get paid

6-Payment is usually by month - example: You will get paid in May for the games you reffed in April

7-You will only get paid for games in which you enter the score or confirm you reffed in Stack Officials

Contact Oliver Haydock | ohaydock@charlestownsoccer.com | 617-276-6034

Age Group: Grade 3/4

(7v7, 50 minutes) 

Head Ref / Center Ref: $35/game

Age Group: Grade 5/6

(9v9, 60 minutes) 

Head Ref / Center Ref: $45/game

Age Group: Grade 7/8

(9v9, 70 minutes) 

Head Ref / Center Ref: $60/game