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.

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Referee Abuse Protocol & Disciplinary Actions - SLIDE #17 

We are aware about parent, coaching and player behaviors most recently during games.

We have communicated to the community to emphasize our Sideline Behavior & Game Management Expectations such as zero-tolerance policy regarding verbal and physical abuse, including threats, bullying, and intimidation towards referees, players, and other participants. As well as Game Management & Handling Lopsided Matches guidelines.

There will be some action items for our referees, to monitor behaviors from players, coaches, and spectators to ensure compliance with AYSO’s guidelines.

If a coach, parent, or spectator exhibits inappropriate behavior, they will be instructed to leave the field or coaching area immediately after one or two fair warnings from our side.

Thank you all.

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