REGION 94 Referees                                          

Referees are as critical to soccer as players and coaches. In AYSO, the game can’t be played if there aren’t enough referees. It’s most common for a volunteer to begin their AYSO referee career by refereeing their own child’s game. However, as they learn the rules, develop their own techniques for managing players, coaches and fans, and gain an appreciation for how important the role of the referee is to a fun, fair and safe soccer experience, they often find it very rewarding to expand their knowledge and experience through AYSO’s advanced training and certification process. AYSO’s referee training is considered some of the best in the U.S. and includes both in-person courses in your community and online opportunities. Soccer knowledge is a plus, but is certainly not required. The AYSO referee training will give you all you need to know to have a terrific experience on the field.

How to Become a Referee 

Step 1  –  Click on the log in button or create a new account by clicking on the register now button. Choose volunteer tab on the account homepage. Click on find volunteer roles. Choose referee. 

Step 2  – You will receive an email from Sterling volunteers, please complete the background check. Region 94 will pay for the background check. 

Step 3  –  Click on the AYSOU (graduation cap)button from your volunteer page (by your name), This will automatically log you into AYSOU.
Click on Training Library in the left column.
*Please note it can take up to 24 hours to have your AYSOU account activated. 
You must complete the following online courses
1) Safe Haven
2) Concussion
3) Sudden Cardiac Arrest

It is a good idea to keep a copy of your certificate but once completed the certificates should upload into your account automatically.

Step 4  –  Safe Sport
From your account homepage, check the box for Safe Sport and then click renew/update. This will direct you to the Safe Sport online courses. Once completed this will automatically upload into your system. Keep a copy of your certificate on file in case of any upload issues. 

Step 5  –  Click on the AYSOU button from your volunteer page (by your name), This will automatically log you into AYSOU.
Click on Training Library in the left column. Choose Refereeing: View Courses.  Choose

Regional Referee - Online + In-Person Companion Course (2 Part Bundle)

if this is your first referee course. If not choose intermediate, advance or national.

Step 6 - Live Scan fingerprinting. In person events or visiting American Health Biometrics will be covered by AYSO Region 94.
Attend an event hosting at Imperial Middle School or visit:

American Health Biometrics
3816 Stineman Ct. Suite 104
Long Beach, CA 90808

562-420-4692