There are two types of badges available. Please choose the one below that is most appropriate for you and follow the instructions for it. All questions about the Referee program should be sent to [email protected].
Info for those 13+:
Next available clinics:
Available Clinics
All who wish to become referees should:
1. Access your physical fitness. Referees are on their feet all day. You are required to stand, sprint, jog, and walk for the entirety of the day. You will want to be able to run/jog for at least five to six miles continuously. If you cannot do that at this time, then work on conditioning this summer. A soccer referee has to run six to eight miles throughout a soccer game. They must follow the action in the game at all times and make sure they are close to the ball to observe any incidents. This requires near-constant movement from referees.
2. Meet the minimum age to get started. The United States Soccer Federation requires that you are at least 13 years of age before you can even begin the process of becoming a referee. This includes the online portion.
3. Go to: www.tnsoccer.org/referee Click on the New Referee tab. Click on the tab: Steps to Becoming A Referee. You will need to follow these steps in order and completely. Once in the Officials Management System, click on the New Member Registration. Create your account for the 2025 year, agree to the terms and conditions, and pay the required fees. Once you pay these, you are good to go to start the online class. IF you are over 18-years-old, you will need to complete the background check, so plan accordingly. These may take up to two weeks to get back. Check your email often. You can complete the online portion while waiting. If you would like to do your field training in Clarksville, then select Clarksville location.
4. The online class, background check (if over 18), and the field training must be completed prior to working as a referee. You can go head and order your referee uniform while waiting for the field training class and I would recommend doing so. These can be ordered from www.officialsports.com You are looking for Grassroots Soccer Ref uniform kit. If you are refereeing in Clarksville, please order the green shirt and two striped socks.
*Must complete the online class prior to in person class.*
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For ages 11 and 12:
This is a new program for those younger ages to have the opportunity to start as a referee sooner. These refs will only be certified to ref at MCSA and only on certain fields. The in-person clinic will be held on Saturday, August 9th 10AM - Noon at Heritage Park. There will be a mandatory parent meeting at noon! The course cost is $70 and the uniform is $40 (Basic uniform to include green shirt, black shorts, and stripped socks.) Ref must provide shoes, whistle and watch.
**Must have online modules completed prior to in person clinic.
**Registration closes one week prior to the start date. August 2nd is the last day to register. The class only allows up to 40 referees. If there are more, another class will be added. ALL online lessons MUST be completed before August 7th at midnight. This is so that the TN Referee program is aware that the lessons are completed and field training will be the final step. If the online portion is not completed by the deadline, you will have to attend a field training session in another county or location to complete this course. Generally, there is only one training class offered per season. *These are TN Referee policies, not MCSA policies.
*Use Invitation Code: Rec24 to register. Directions below.
Below is the link and instructions to register for 11/12 class:
https://tn.omgtsys.com/AvailableClinics.aspx
- Select the drop down that says "Become or recertify as a NON-USSF Game Official (usually under age of 13)."
- Select the Clarksville location. (August 9th)
- Select Register and create an acct in the http://tn.omgtsys.com/ TN Ref Platform
- Enter the code and pay for the course.
- Complete the course by the deadline in order to take the in-person clinic.
Any questions, please reach out to [email protected].