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Here's a fast version of the official Referee Procedures for Regular Season Competition, everything you need at a glance before you step on the field. Remember: every ECNL game affects standings and postseason qualification. There's no such thing as a "friendly" in this league. Before Kickoff Arrive at least 30 minutes early. Game ball: Size 5 for U13 and up, Size 4 for U11-U12. Home team provides it, and it should be Nike for ECNL Club competitions. If the right ball isn't a

Applies to ECNL, ECNL RL, Pre-ECNL and RCL matches. Posted for the 2026–27 season. Two sets of changes take effect this season. Referees working these competitions should read both sections before their first assignment. On this page RCL U12 small-sided rule change ECNL, ECNL RL and Pre-ECNL competition updates ECNL Full Competition Rules RCL U12 small-sided rule change RCL member clubs voted 14 to 3 to adopt the new U12 rule set, effective for the Fall 2026 season. The chang

A New Referee Field Clinic is coming up at Phillips 66 in Bellingham on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12–4pm. This is the in-person practicum required for new referee certification. Before you register, know this: Registration and online coursework must be completed before the clinic. You must show "PICK A CLINIC" in blue in the system to be admitted — no exceptions, and no paper/email proof accepted. The online material takes 3–5 hours to complete, so start early. The hard

Summer tournament season is underway! Tournaments provide a great opportunity for referees to gain experience, work with different crews, and earn additional games throughout the summer. Below you'll find a list of upcoming tournaments around Washington. If you're interested in officiating, be sure to review the tournament information and contact the assignor listed for each event. Sanctioned Washington Youth Tournaments We encourage all referees to take advantage of these op

Please review the practical guide from US Soccer on the new law changes. These are in effect as of July 1, 2025. You can review the...

A few items to go over before tomorrow's matches. Uniform - WCSRA has adopted a dress code. The dress code is the USSF Referee uniform,...

Referees, Reminder: get RTO'd if you want to be playoff eligible. It's quick and easy... find it in the eligibility center of the WOA...