• If you are unable to make an assignment, you are responsible for finding a replacement.  Please contact the assignor first as she has a handle on who is available.
  
• Please check your emails often as that is how referees pick up additional games.
  
• Please report to the assignor if any of your fellow referees do not make their assignments.  It is up to all of us to hold each other accountable.
  
• Referees and Assistant Referees must report games to CYS via the automated phone system (303-346-4421 or 1-800-490-8040) or Card Site (www.coyouthsoccer.org) within 48 hours of the game date. (Rule 10.5.3) Centers will be fined $10 per game that is reported later than 48 hours after the game date. 
  
• NEW REFEREES.  You will need to register with CYS.  Please contact Allan James at (303) 346-2777 ext 15 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .
  
• Referee payments for state league and state cup will be mailed on or about September 28, October 26, & December 7. Minimum of $35 check on first two dates.
  
• Please wear the appropriate referee attire:  referee shirt, referee black socks, and solid black shorts (no white on them).  Professionalism is the first step to earning respect . . . don’t let the opportunity pass you by.  
  
• Adult referee mentors maybe at the field to help you with constructive suggestions. 
  
• Young center referees --- it is important to use a strong whistle when making your calls.  A strong whistle is the beginning of a strong, confident call.  CONFIDENCE IS KEY!

If you have any questions or concerns now or anytime during the season, you are welcome to contact the assignor at 351-7443 (home), 302-7339 (cell), or at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Feel free to contact our club coach as well, Tim Barrera at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .  You may leave a message for him at the Bootlegger office.