The Policy:
Clear Rules & Consequences For A Winning Experience
U.S. Soccer is standing firm to protect referees and restore respect to the game. The updated policy includes stronger sanctions for any form of physical or non-physical abuse towards referees. We encourage every player and coach to learn what behaviors cross the line, so they can avoid penalties and help create a better culture for the future of soccer.
Key Takeaways:
- Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience soccer without risking his or her well-being. We must protect those in service to the game.
- Both Physical and Non-Physical Abuse Have No Place In Our Game.
- Suspensions will be for a number of games or time-based (or sometimes both) depending on severity and circumstance.
- Players, coaches and spectators are all encouraged to report abuse.
We All Have a Role To Play
The game belongs to all of us. To ensure that soccer remains a positive experience for everyone, we need your help to stop referee abuse. Here’s how you can make a difference:
SOUTH DAKOTA STATE REFEREE ADMINISTRATOR/COMMITTEE
The South Dakota State Referee Committee is dedicated to serving all levels of the sport of soccer in this state through the training and development of referees. In cooperation with the State Associations and with USSF, the SDSRC shall govern, coordinate and administer the referee development program within the state under the leadership of the State Referee Administrator, Andrew Wubben.
The South Dakota State Referee committee will administer referee registration, recertification, and grade management to meet the composite needs of competition throughout the state. For more information please go the South Dakota State Referee website below:
