Steps to Becoming an AYSO Referee
- LOGIN to the Region 673 Blue Sombrero website OR if you don't already have an account, click REGISTER NOW
- Click "Volunteer" on the menu on the left
On the Volunteer Screen click the green ‘Find Volunteer Roles’ button.
Select Program(s) to View Volunteer Roles” screen, click “+Select” button next to
Volunteer Registration MY19, then ‘view roles.’
On the Roles Screen , choose referee and any other roles you wish to volunteer for.
On the E-Signature screen, choose “click here to update e-sign form”
Follow the prompts to complete your account setup & return to the Home page
Complete the Safe Haven and CDC Concussion Awareness courses online
- Login to AYSOu (using your username/password for blue sombrero)
- Under "My Courses" Complete the Safe Haven Course
- Complete the CDC Concussion Course
- Email CVPA confirmation of certification
Take the Basic Referee/Regional Referee Course - This is a two-part process, an online session and a classroom session
- Login to AYSOu (using your username/password for blue sombrero)
- Register for the classroom session: Go to My Courses > Instructor Led Courses > Referee Instructor Led Courses >Regional Referee Online Companion Course & click the 'Sessions' button to the right
- From one of the available dates choose a session by pressing 'Register'
- Go to eCommerce > Products > Regional Referee Training Course > Buy now.(this should be free beginning MY19)
- Take the online module: YOU MUST COMPLETE THE MODULE PRIOR TO THE CLASSROOM SESSION
- Attend the classroom session on the date you chose at registration
This option generally consists of an 8 hour course, offered all-day on a weekend day or on two weeknights. Course length may vary depending on the presenter. These courses are offered every fall and spring either in East China or a nearby region.
- Login to AYSOu using your username/password for this website)
- Register for the Regional Referee Course: Go to My Courses > Instructor Led Courses > Referee Instructor Led Courses >Regional Referee Course & click the 'Sessions' button to the right
- Choose a location and date that is convenient for you and then press 'Register'
- Attend the course at the date and time described by the course instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there an age restriction?
A: Yes, referees must be at least 12 years old, but there is no upper age limit. Youth referees can officiate one age bracket below their own age level.
Q: Do I need to pre-register for a course?
A. Yes! YOU MUST REGISTER TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR THE CLASS.
Q: What should I bring to the course?
A: Your online Safe Haven, Concussion & Regional Referee certificates. Also, you’ll need paper and a pen/pencil for taking notes. We’ll provide you with course materials.
Q: What if I am late arriving to a course?
A: Punctual attendance is critical. Late arriving students may be asked to attend another course
Q: I am a USSF Soccer referee. Can I referee AYSO games?
A: Yes, but only after completing the USSF-AYSO crossover process.