U.S. Soccer’s recently amended Referee Abuse Prevention Policy (RAP)will be the topic of discussion at the latest of our special briefing sessions to be held on Wednesday, May 28th at 8:15 p.m–9:30 p.m.

This is one of the most important topics in the soccer world right now. If you have ever wanted to make a true difference in the Southern California soccer community, THIS IS THE TIME to get involved. Please RSVP for this online briefing that we are holding to get our referees updated and armed with the proper knowledge.

About the Referee Abuse Prevention Policy:
Cal South joins U.S. Soccer in creating a better future for our game. Their updated Referee Abuse Prevention Policy (Policy 531-9) is designed to make youth and amateur matches safer, more fun, and more empowering for everyone involved. Referee abuse will not be tolerated. We’re asking everyone to do their part by knowing the rules, reporting referee abuse, and embodying behaviors that represent the best of us.

What you will learn at this briefing:
We will discuss how the roll-out for the policy will take place, including how reporting will be done. You will learn what is expected from the Referee Associations, including assignors, mentors, referee coaches, and referees. We will have specific guidelines for referees on dealing with referee abuse/assault, including from spectators.