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Growing our Soccer Community

Cowlitz Youth Soccer Association (CYSA) is always looking for more referees. If you are interested in becoming a certified referee or having your child become a micro-referee view the referee information below.

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Joining the Club

Becoming a Referee can be both rewarding and fulfilling

Based on the level of training provided, U.S. Soccer recommends that these officials be assigned accordingly to best service the game. (As of July 2019, it is required that you be at least 13 years old at the time of registration. The recommended minimum age is 14 at time of registration.) Certified referees can referee Recreation, Select, Premier, and high school games in our local area (these are paid roles). Cowlitz Youth Soccer Association offers in person Certified Referee Clinics. 

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​How to become a certified Referee:

Step 1 - Register with the WASRC Website and then Sign Up for the Online PreClinic

​Step 2 - Complete the PreClinic Lessons

Step 3 - Choose an In-Person Clinic

Pre-registration and completion of online material is REQUIRED.

​This class consists of all outdoor instruction on a field at the complex.​​
Further HELP can be found by going to this link:
http://www.wareferees.org/HowTo/EntryLevelOnlineClinic.aspx

Become a Micro-referee

As we work to develop the overall success of our local soccer programs, we are also working to develop our developing pool of referees. If your child is interested in becoming a referee, making some money, and learning more about the game of soccer then micro-refereeing is for them! Learn more and attend a micro-reffing clinic by clicking the "learn more" link below.

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