It all begins with the ball. But it doesn't stop there. The game needs referees. Maybe you want to try being a referee without all the stress, without all the pressure. Maybe you want to see if you'll like it. Or maybe you just want a few games and a few dollars. Whichever it is, we can get you started — painlessly.
Right now there is a shortage of referees. You can help. Becoming a League Approved Assistant Referee (LAAR) gets you in the game but not in the spotlight. You'll be able to do regular league games as an Assistant Referee, NEVER as a Referee. You'll be paid and assigned just like other referees. If you like it, we encourage you to get certified as a referee through USSF.
You're probably already a soccer player, so you know more about the Laws Of The Game than you think. We're just going to put it in referee terms.
The process is simple. With a few hours of training you'll get your LAAR approval. The training consists of some offline study, video learning modules and associated quizzes, and two hours of field training. It doesn't sound like much but it will get you started. There will be additional opportunities later to add to your referee skills through video seminars and more field practice.