Rules and Expectations of WCSRA Referees
Please see below for some rules and expectations of Whatcom County Soccer Referee Association Referees. Please note, this is a general list of rules and is not all inclusive.
General Referee Expectations
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Show up 30 minutes before your game starts
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No jewelry - All earrings and necklaces should be removed before your game
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Wear all black. Referees should be wearing shoes that are at least 70% black, black sweatpants, black undershirts/sweatshirts
Pregame
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Check in players on both teams. Check for any jewelry and check for proper equipment
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Talk with coaches to make sure you are both on the same page. Confirm game length, how you would prefer the teams to sub, any rule clarifications
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Check the field to make sure that the field and equipment (goals, corner flags) are safe to play on
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Have a pregame discussion with other referees that you are working with about what you all expect from each other during the game
Throughout Whatcom County, we have a variety of different leagues that we provide for. Below is a list of different leagues with the rules attached for each.
Washington Youth Soccer State Championship Tournament Rules
Washington Youth Soccer Recreational Rules
RCL Specific Rules (Rangers)
WPL Specific Rules (NCA)
https://wpl-soccer.com/managers-corner/league-rules-wpl/
Whatcom Select Rules
https://whatcomsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WCYSA_Handbook.pdf
Rec Rules (P66 grass games)
https://whatcomsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WCYSA_Handbook.pdf
Adult League Rules
https://www.whatcomadultsoccer.com/laws-of-the-game
Location Specifics
Phillips 66 has a referee trailer near the bathroom building. Come on by to grab some snacks, or to get out of the weather!
When walking around/observing other games at Phillips 66, be sure to have your referee jersey off or covered with a coat or sweatshirt.
If you have any questions, please reach out to LaLannia!