We have tried to compile some useful info from our region, as well links to other websites that provide valuable information for referees. Links change all the time, so let us know if you stumble across one that is out of date. If you have any questions or suggestions of websites that you think other referees would appreciate, please contact our Assistant Regional Referee Administrator at arra@ayso20.org
AYSO Rules & Guidelines page, for game-related documents including SM AYSO Division Guidelines, AYSO National Guidance for Referees, & FIFA Laws of the Game.
Important Information
Laws of the Game 2022/23–International Football Association Board
AYSO Section 1 Referee Website the site that supersedes National for Observation/Assessment rules..
5U-14U Guidelines Comparison Chart (2022)
9U/10U Build-Out Line Video (v. 2019 is most recent)
Playoffs–Kicks From the Penalty Mark
10 Tips for Dealing with Coach Dissent
Ask, Tell, Dismiss (old method) now we can CARD team officials if warranted
10 Tips for Dealing with Player Dissent
Forms & Documents
- Lineup Card/Game Card–two-sided blank game card. Print a few out spare cards for that day the Coach/TM forgot to bring one.
- Lineup Card Instructions (PDF)
- Lineup Card Instructions (YouTube video)
- Misconduct Report (PDF) Forward to RRA same day.
Other Website Links
- Guide To Procedures (2012) The mechanics of refereeing (no longer updated but still useful) by the USSF
- AskTheRef.com Not an official AYSO site, but can be a very useful resource; good search engine for refereeing topics and questions
- Ask A Soccer Referee Not an official AYSO site, but also a very useful resource; good search engine for refereeing topics and questions