Make a difference to the game
Get into refereeing
Reasons to Referee
More and more people of all ages, genders, races and abilities are getting into refereeing. For current and potential officials, refereeing is a great way to:
- Give something back to the game you love
- Remain involved in the game after injury or retirement
- Play a vital role in ensuring players enjoy the game
- Increase participation in the sport
- Make new and lasting frineds
- Keep fit and healthy
- Make some extra income
Trainee Referee Guide
In addition to the 3 day course and services of the FA Referee Tutor the following is included in the price:
- Laws of the Game Book and DVD
- Refereeing Folder containing advice on refereeing, fitness and misconduct
- Safeguarding and Respect Training
- Whistle, match book with red and yellow cards, pencil match record pad
- Access to a Referee Mentor during your first season
- Registration to the Herefordshire FA
- Enhanced CRC
- Certificate and FA Referees Badge following your first 5 games
- Associate membership of the Herefordshire Referee's Association
Referees will receive a match fee of approximately £15-25 which varies dependent on the competition and age group of the match. Referees can also receive expenses for mileage in some competitions. Therefore after completing your first 5 training matches you will have earned around £100 and already made back the cost of your course.
The course includes a mixture of practical and theory work. You will receive the following training:
- Introduction to Refereeing
- Practical Referee Training
- Fouls and Misconduct Training
- Practical Referee Training and Evaluation
- Experience and Mentored unit
- FA Examination & Call Back unit
Get In Touch
Referee Support and Development
By Phone: 01432 342179
(8am - 4pm Monday - Friday)
By Email: referees@HerefordshireFA.com
Respect
The FA's Respect programme provides a series of tools for leagues, clubs, coaches, players and parents from grassroots to elite football - to help ensure a safe, positive environment in which to play the game.
