Become a Referee Today!!
The goal of the First Time Grassroot Referee course is to broaden a candidate’s understanding on how to:
Facilitate a fair, fun, and safe game for the players by enforcing and applying the Laws of the Game
Make and clearly communicate decisions based on perception and interpretation of player’s actions
Facilitate understanding and application the Laws of the Game for players and coaches
To become a Grassroot Referee you must complete the following requirements.
- Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments – 1 hr.
- SafeSport (if 18 years or older)- 1 hr.
- Online Grassroots Referee Course Module – 4.5 hr.
- First Time Grassroots Referee Quiz – 45 mins.
- U.S. Soccer Federation Gold Standard NCSI Background Check (if 18 years or older)
- Additional State Assignments as required
These are required to become a certified referee in order to officiate any of the Intermediate or Competitive games!
The Pueblo Rangers next in-person training:
Date: March 15th, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Location: Langoni Soccer Complex
Make sure to contact Katie Champlain
(719) 252-0590
To let her know you are interested in becoming a referee!!!!
Referee abuse Laws
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