Thunder Referee Program Overview

Thunder's Mission Statement is “to develop youth soccer players in a fun, safe, and competitive environment.” In support of that mission, the top priorities of all Thunder Referees are as follows:

·       Ensure the safety of all players, coaches, and spectators

·       Create and maintain an environment that maximizes player enjoyment

·       Equitably and consistently enforce the Laws of the Game

·       Promote education, integrity, and respect for the game among players and coaches

A Thunder Referee will always strive to:

·       Be on time and prepared to perform his/her duties

·       Demonstrate integrity and professionalism in his/her uniform, words, and actions

·       Promote teamwork, cooperation, and development among his/her fellow referees

·       Keep player safety and enjoyment at the heart of everything you do

THUNDER REFEREE LEADERSHIP TEAM

Collectively, we are committed to the recruitment, support, and development of all of Thunder's referees.  If you have any ideas on how to further those aspirations or would like to play an active part in helping us achieve them, please don’t hesitate to contact one of us.

BJ Rouse – Thunder Referee Assignor; Experienced and Active Referee

 [email protected]  (334) 701-4867

4.  Get Prepared

·       Confirm the appropriate half lengths, ball size, and age-specific rules associated with each of your assigned games

·       Ensure field locations and directions to your assigned games

·       Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled game time in order to run a field/net check and have a proper pre-game discussion with your referee team (where applicable)