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Category Archives: Referees

Springfield Represents At Region 2 – The Arbiter’s

27-Jun-09

Congratulations to the crew from Springfield who were chosen to represent and earned their way to Sioux Falls, SD this past week. This team was part of the the fun, and success, of playing and working at the highest levels.
Back Row – Patrick Burns and Ryan Cooksey
Front Row – Alysan Burgbacher, Mark [...]

2009 USSF Entry Level Grade 8 Referee certification course!

12-Jan-09

The Missouri Referee Development Program in conjunction with Lake Country Soccer will be conducting a United States Soccer Federation Entry Level Grade 8 Referee certification course February 6-8, 2009. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Register online through the hyperlink below.
* Who can register? There is no minimum age [...]

Missouri Youth Soccer Association Recognizes Springfield Members

22-Dec-08

2008 Missouri Youth Soccer Association has announced their People of the Year Awards:
Girls Recreational Coach of the Year – Mike Peebles
Boys Recreational Coach of the Year – Ron Cox
Girls Competitive Coach of the Year – Sarah Cavin
Boys Competitive Coach of the Year – Tom Dunsford
Volunteer of the Year - Nancy Wichmer [...]

USSF Referee Training Course August 15-17 in Springfield

26-Jul-08

A United States Soccer Federation (USSF) Entry Level Referee Training and Certification Course is being offered by the Missouri Referee Development Program (www.mrdp.org) at Lake Country Soccer.
Friday August 15 through Sunday August 17
* No minimum age to attend the course
* Grade 8 certification (USSF Administrative designation)
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Wanted: High School Soccer Referees!

15-Jul-08

Folks – this may be the year that we discover how important referees are to the three-legged stool of High School Soccer (players, coaches, referees). This request came in over the weekend:

There are 2 new schools that have been added to our assigning schedule (Branson, Logan-Rogersville) which means we need at least 6 new [...]

A Call to Service – High School Soccer Referees Needed

05-Mar-08

This story has been contributed by Tom Davidson, Head Coach at Ozark High School.
I have had the privilege of coaching our great game at the high school level for 17 wonderful years. In that time I have seen several different changes. One area I have seen very little change is in our current referee pool. [...]

Grade 8 Soccer Referee Certification Course in Springfield MO

01-Mar-08

Excellent turnout this weekend for the Referee Certification course. Taught by Jim Philpot, there were approximately 40 folks who gave up the best weekend we’ve seen around here in months in order to earn their Grade 8 Certification. Aaron – I think you’re going to go far!
Well done folks!

United States Soccer Federation Entry Level Grade 8 Referee Certification Course

06-Feb-08

United States Soccer Federation Entry Level Grade 8 Referee Certification Course conducted by the Missouri Referee Development Program hosted by Lake Country Soccer. The course is open to any person wanting to become certified to officiate outdoor soccer games (league and tournament) played at Lake Country Soccer.
COURSE DATES: February 29, March [...]

US Soccer Referees – Some Pointers

02-Jan-08

In keeping with my opener for 2008 I thought I’d take a moment to point to a few referee blogs that I read regularly. They offer an important view on the game and it’s ultimate development. So if you’re a true fan of the game, find some time to check these sites out [...]

Let’s Get It Started

01-Jan-08

Credit: Cleats comic strip, December 29th.
Happy New Year