REFEREES

Welcome, SSA Referees!

Thank you for your service and for being an essential part of the Stephenville Soccer Association. Your role is critical to the success of our league, and we’re committed to supporting you with the tools, training, and resources you need to thrive on the field.

We’re actively working to improve how we support our referees—through better communication, enhanced training, and more organized systems. With your help, we can create a more enjoyable and fair experience for players, coaches, and families alike.

Supporting Your Success

Referees are the backbone of every match. Without you, the game simply couldn’t happen. That’s why we’re focused on providing:

Clear guidance and expectations
Ongoing training and development
Responsive support from SSA leadership

We want you to feel confident, prepared, and valued every time you step onto the field.

If you have questions or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help and always looking for ways to improve your experience.

SSA Referee Registration

SSA Referee Schedule

SSA Referee Compensation

Helpful Links

Field Maps

Become a Referee

Referee Recertification

Order Your Ref Kit

Contact SSA

Helpful Documents

Referee Policy Manual

Understanding Referee Signals

Age Specific Playing Rules

Uniform Requirements

Recertification Help Document

Registering for an All-Ref Clinic

Entering Your SafeSport License

W9 Tax Form

Referee FAQs

This is a major component of becoming a high quality referee who is in control of the game. Through the certification process you will learn de-escalation tactics to apply with parents. If a parent needs to be calmed, blow your whistle to stop the game and jog toward the coaches. Ask the coaches to calm the parents down before the game can continue. Again, at the SSA field complex, there will always be an available board member and/ or league commissioner that can help remove and/or calm angry parents.