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Westport Soccer Association

Westport Soccer Association

WELCOME WSA BLACKSHIRT REFEREES

Welcome to the WSA "Blackshirt" Soccer Referee Program (for REC games only):  

Westport Soccer's "Blackshirt" (non-certified, Rec games only) referee program is a terrific opportunity for our youth (age 12 and older) to get involved, gain valuable experience, build confidence and make money too!  Blackshirts are entry-level, non-certified referees and can only officiate WSA REC intramural games  on Saturdays (no Travel games ). Pre-season referee training is held in April and September and led by adult USSF certified referee mentors.  No experience is necessary, however, it's essential to understand the Laws of the Game and enjoy what you're doing.  There's lots to learn and never a dull moment in each game.  Check out more details below. 

If you're interested in becoming a Blackshirt, you must register on www.westportsoccer.org (click on "register" in the top right corner of the homepage) and then select the Blackshirt Referee Program Waitlist.  Those on the waitlist will be notified when a spot becomes available.

We look forward to working with you. 

Robby & Chris & Kathleen

WSA Referee Program Advisor & USSF Referee, Robby Casey, [email protected]
USSF Referee Mentor & Training Lead, Chris Good, [email protected]   
WSA Referee Assignor, Kathleen Galley, [email protected]

 

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

WSA Blackshirt Referee Program is Full for Fall 2025. Running Waitlist for Spring 2026.
 
If you are interested in becoming a WSA Blackshirt, you must register (free) on www.westportsoccer.org for the "Blackshirt Waitlist". 
Once registered, prospective referees will be notified of the spring 2026 training (early April). 

SPRING 2026 FIELD TRAINING:  TIME & LOCATION TBD

Training Leaders:
Chris Good – USSF Referee & Certified Mentor, [email protected] 
Robby Casey – USSF Referee & WSA Program Advisor, [email protected]
Kathleen Galley - Westport Soccer Referee Assignor, [email protected] 

Training Materials

Review: Chris Good’s Blackshirt PowerPoint Presentation 

All Referees Must Understand: WSA BASIC REC GAME RULES & PRE-GAME REFEREE PROTOCOLS

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UNIFORM & EQUIPMENT




REFEREE ESSENTIALS:

WSA BLACKSHIRT PROGRAM - FAQ

Age Requirement:  Must be 12 or older

Register (free): Sign up on www.westportsoccer.org → WSA Blackshirt Referee Waitlist

Training

  • Field training before each season (April & September) + study Laws of the Game, REC game rules and Pre-game Referee Protocols.

  • New refs paired with experienced refs, mentoring offered during season when possible.

Game Assignments

  • After training, referees will be contacted by the WSA Ref Assignor with a user ID to activate an account on assignr.com

  • Games open for requests on Assignr.com each Monday

  • Assignments confirmed Wed/Thurs by email

  • Accept assignments immediately

  • If declined, request another game

  • Accepting = commitment

  • No-shows not tolerated; notify assignor in advance if unavailable

REC Schedule:  Saturdays, 8am–6pm, Spring: April–June | Fall: Sept–Nov

Uniform & Equipment: WSA Blackshirt Uniform photo & attire details

Payment:  Paid through Melio (direct deposit or check) within 2 weeks of game worked. 
Payment Policy & Referee Fees: Click Here

W9 Forms - Required for All Referees

  • - All referees must complete a W9 form  and send to Westport referee assignor, Kathleen Galley:  [email protected]
    or send by snail mail to: Westport Soccer, PO Box 2561, Westport, CT 06880, att: Ref Assignor

REC Game Incidents,Send to: 
Referee Assignor: Kathleen Galley – [email protected]
USSF Referee Advisor: Robby Casey – [email protected]

UNRULY SPECTATORS or COACHES

Any questions,
contact CJSA/SWD Referee Assignor
Frank McGarey,  [email protected]

RESPECT THE CALL POLICY

SAFETY POLICIES


Each soccer goal must have 2-3 filled sandbags securing the goal.   No sandbags, No Play, No Exceptions! 

Sandbags can be found in the storage bins on the side of each field.  When in doubt, contact WSA Referee Assignor, Kathleen: [email protected] 

WEATHER

IMPORTANT  MUST READ!  

CJSA Lightening/Thunder Policy (Inclement Weather) -- What to do on the field: 

Lightning – Recognizing the threat.  
Apply the 30-30 rule: When you see lightning, count the time until you hear thunder. If this time is 30 seconds or less, seek proper shelter. If you can’t see the lightning, just hearing the thunder is a good back-up rule. 
Wait 30 minutes or more after hearing the last thunder before leaving shelter. Referees must protect the safety of all participants by stopping game activities quickly, so that participants and spectators may retire to a safer place before the lightning threat becomes significant. Remember, if you can hear the thunder, you are within reach of lightning

Contact

Westport Soccer Association
 PO Box 2561 
Westport, Connecticut 06880

Phone: 203-221-9900
Email: [email protected]

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