Recreational Referees

To referee recreational games, you must be 12-years-old or older. If you wish to be a CCFC rec referee, complete the below referee profile. Once completed, you will be included in all rec referee updates and schedule information. Certification not required for U6-U10 rec level games.

If you are currently certified and would also like to ref CCFC travel games, contact CCFC's assignor, Brandi Young at assignor@circlecityfc.com.

Becoming a Rec Referee

• Forms Submission: Availability forms must be submitted by 6 PM on the Monday before a game weekend. Forms for the current season are linked below. If there are two game days in the same weekend, both availability forms will be due that Monday by 6 PM.

• Scheduling Process: Assignments are tracked to ensure fair distribution of games throughout the season.

• Game Assignments: While no one is guaranteed more than one game per day, it does happen frequently.

• Single Sign-Up: Please sign up only once per game day. Submitting multiple forms for the same or different time slots will not increase your chances of being assigned to multiple games.

• Overflow Sign-Ups: If too many referees sign up for a game day and you are not scheduled, every effort will be made to assign you an additional game on another day.

• Flexibility: Your willingness to cover games outside of your preference is greatly appreciated. Sometimes, we may need referees for matches they are capable of officiating but may not prefer.

• Multiple Game Payment: If you referee multiple games in one day, wait until all games are completed before collecting payment.

• Understanding the Rules: Ensure you are familiar with the recreational soccer rules used at CCFC. Review the rules for your assigned age division before arriving at your match.

• Schedule Changes:

  • You can edit your response after submitting the form. A confirmation email will be sent to you—be sure to save it in case you need to make changes. Edits will no longer be possible once the form closes on Monday.

  • If your availability changes after Monday by 6 PM, email referee@circlecityfc.com ASAP.

  • If your availability changes after the schedule is posted, try to find a substitute and email referee@circlecityfc.com with your replacement. If you cannot find a sub, notify us ASAP.

• Schedule Posting: The goal is to post the schedule here and email it to the referee group by Wednesday evening before that weekend’s games. However, delays may occur if sign-ups are low.

Rec Referee Assignment & Scheduling Guidelines

Spring 2025 Rec Game Sign-Up FOrms

Game 1 - Saturday, April 12: https://forms.gle/WnyuHbXnXsTNR5vj6
Game 2 - Sunday, April 13: https://forms.gle/cf3Tyb5nRuPdc3zG9
Game 3 - Saturday, April 19: https://forms.gle/czAmSmuyGf1d2REc8
Game 4 - Saturday, April 26: https://forms.gle/vHQaZkm79DZom3M89
Game 5 - Saturday, May 3: https://forms.gle/1FNP95E5jZszvrG88
Game 6 - Sunday, May 4: https://forms.gle/N2BtViGof4w6W9JF9
Game 7 - Saturday, May 10: https://forms.gle/SmVex4Lw1KVbdVs1A
Game 8 - Saturday, May 17: https://forms.gle/jppUG6f94UcW8dfV6

*U10-U14 tournament assignment forms will be sent out separately to invited referees - May 18 - May 22

Referee Reference Guides

• Game Day Quick Reference Guide for Rec Referees (PDF)

• Game Day Checklist for Rec Referees (PDF)

Referee Training Videos

• Advice To New Referees: Making A Good Impression (US Soccer)

• 6 Tips to Becoming A Better Referee (Tanner Trout)

• 3 Tips for New Assistant Referees (Soccer Ref Education)

• Soccer Referee Signals Guide (Referee POV)

Referee Uniform Guide

• You can order uniforms from Official Sports, Score, or Amazon.

• You should have a current referee shirt (acceptable colors are yellow, green, red, black, or blue), black shorts, black socks, a timer, and a whistle.

Additional FAQs can be answered by the Indiana Soccer Referee Association.

New Referee Best Practices